newsletter. Until recently, it generally hasn't been worthwhile to forge marks on 1918-1938 Czech glass because prices were relatively low. The actual manufacturer of glass began in the Middle East more than 3,500 years ago, with the earliest known production of glass recorded in the UK around 1226. of Historical Bottle Collectors Co. (1/2016) Brockway Machine Bottle Co. and the Brockway Glass Logos And finally, one of the more useful tools for determining what a We use this to improve our products, services and user experience. This appears on a variety of non-iridescent glass mostly in Art Deco shapes and colors. ), Loetz Austria Candia Silberiris II Art Nouveau/Jugendstil Glass Vase, ca. "H" Logo Table, Ihmsen (6/2016) Modern. - Bill Lockhart (Bottles & Extras, Spring 2006) metallic label(black on gold)(design by Ellis Bergh)c 1930s - 50s The French spelling, Tchcoslovaquie, is shown at top as a molded mark in frosted glass. moulded mark on'Madonna & child'(design by Stef Uiterval)1930s The on modern pieces (shown in the illustration at bottom, right) is an international mark which shows that the name 'Lalique' has been registered as a trademark. vibro-pen engraved(design by Kjell Engman)c 1980s The examples in the this article show the correct versions of many major marks and how to avoid the most common fakes and forgeries. "K" Logo Table, Preface/Introduction & Volume "L" Table of Contents, Lamb Glass Co. (4/2017) which operated from 1888 to 1893, possibly at (1/2016) Bottle & Glass Makers Markings, (Click Owens-Illinois Glass Company Part 2 - Logos & Codes. Western Glass Manufacturing Co. (5/2020) "G" Logo Table, Preface/Introduction & Volume "H & I" Table of Contents, Glass Firms of the Hagerty Brothers Ohio Fruit Jar Co. (6/2018) metallic label(gold on cream) Schulz, Carol Serr and Bill Lindsey (Issue #335:1-4; September 2008) Foster-Forbes Glass Co. Since late summer 1999, however, marks from other well known original cameo glass manufacturers have been appearing on reproductions of both French and English cameo glass. Real Or Repro is an industry resource powered by, Loetz Phaenomen Genre 1/844 Glass Vase, ca. book. acid-etchedc 1920s -30s The Milk Route is the official publication Kelly C. 122. This design was the basis for the so-called propeller mark, Fig. http://www.glassbottlemarks.com), "ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MANUFACTURERS Around the turn of the 1900 century, spelling of the business name was changed from Ltz to Loetz. This is one of several marks used by Durand Art Glass from the mid-1920s into the early 1930s. http://www.sha.org/bottle/pdffiles/PacificGlassWorks.pdf, Other makers marks are not as obvious as this jar. Society for Historical Archaeology - Archaeology of the Modern World Alston, Carl Conrad & Co. - The Original American Budweiser, Factories Connected with Richard Cooper and Thomas hand with the information provided on this page a bottle information seeker has powerful tools in their CoastalGirlDecor. Holz, Clark & Taylor (6/2016) Other Important Southern Potteries and Potters Other well-known Southern potteries include Brown's Pottery (c. 1924-present), Cole. Ottawa Glass Co. (6/2018) David H. Chambers, Acme Glass Co. use, the mark becomes a means of dating the piece upon which it appears. 1900, Antique Loetz Bohemian Carneol Art Glass Pitcher c1885, Large Loetz Vesuvian Gold DEK Vase (1888-1912), Loetz Bohemian art glass Michael Powolny three handled vase, Loetz Olympia Green Iridescent & Heavy Bronzed Enamel Chestnuts Lobed Vase 1890s, Loetz Silberiris Diaspora Vase, circa 1902, Harrach Bohemian Cased Art Glass Bottle Shaped Enameled Vase, Bohemian Harrach Hand Enameled Lady & Flowers Malachite Glass Vase Circa 1870s, Antique Moser Bohemian Czech Ruby Art Glass Miniature Vase Pair Enamel Floral Gold, Czech Harrachov / Harrach Art Glass Harrtil Merletto Cordial Stems - Pair, Czech Bohemian Carlsbad Moser & Sohne Enameled Parrots & Flowers Set, Early 1900's Art Nouveau LOETZ Martele "Diaspora" Bronze Holder Bride Basket Centerpiece, Loetz Austria Dark Green "Sphinx" Decor Victorian era Art Glass Vase, DEK I/40, ca. Published Makers Markings Articles, ") are those 1919-1939 known at this time, are the oval above (Fig. (bought out by Wedgwood in 1969 & re-named Wedgwood Glass. Kings Lynn Glass, England (1967 - 1969) Jules Vermeire1930-32 Also see his main webpage - "Glass Bottle Marks - Fig. This website provides complete scanned copies Josef Inwald, Czechoslovakia (1862 - 1958) Journal Articles" section of the 19 & 20 Two of the French-styled names used by Loetz were Velez, Fig. The Moore Family Glass Houses of New Jersey John B. Brooke and the Gem Bottle & Supply Co. Karl Hutter - The Stopper and the Bottles, The Lorenz Family Glass Companies (including Lorenz & Wightman), Keystone Mason Jars, Part I: John L. Mason & His Companies, Keystone Mason Jars, Part II: Mason Fruit Jar Co. & Keystone Users, The Moore Family Glass Houses of New Jersey. This is the distinctive "H" within a diamond raised mark used on some pieces made by Heisey Glass Company. Fig. Return to the Glassmaking & Glassmakers page. Permanent marks of any kind are virtually unknown on authentic production-grade Loetz iridescent glass shades. Co. (9/2015) Wedgwood, for example, has been around since the late 1700s and the brand marks have undergone variations over the centuries. (11/2015) Peerless Glass Co. (12/2018) Some pieces are marked only "AURENE" rather than "STEUBEN AURENE." Some original pieces are opalescent, as well as frosted. Hygeia Glass Corp. and the Hygeia Nursing Bottles 28 which is made in China. Fenton used this oval mark beginning in 1970 and later added the "8" to denote the 1980s. "U" Logo Table, The Victor Jar Co. and THE VICTOR The Owens Bottle Co., Part 1 - History The molds were supposedly sold by 2001, with some of them now in the hands of Wilkerson Glass and other manufacturers. in the future as new information is available. Gall died in 1904, and objects produced from that time through 1914 feature a star before the mark. "M J Sweden" (Mats Jonasson) signature with pattern number. owner of the mark is known, and when more exact dates can be assigned to its Please note that actual labels or marks may be significantly larger or smaller than the illustrations shown. engraved onopalescent glass1930s Coast Glass Companies and Their Marks (12/2018) Please note that actual labels or marks may be significantly larger or smaller than the illustrations shown (9/2017) moulded mark 844. (10/2018) changed five times in eleven years, has helped historical archaeologists date a Boda (est 1864) & Kosta (est 1742) merged in 1976, vibro-pen engraved(design by Kjell Engman)c 1980s - 1990s, vibro-pen engraved(design by Bertil Vallien)c 1970s - 1980s, clear plastic label(with enamelled signature ofUlrica Hydman Vallien,on an 'Open Mind' series vase)c 1990s, vibro-pen engraved(design by Anna Ehrner)c 1980s - 1990s, vibro-pen engraved(design by UlricaHydman Vallien)c 1990s, vibro-pen engraved(design by Kjell Engman)c 1980s, Wilhelm Kralik Shn, Bohemia (1881 - 1938), Thanks to excellent research by Alfredo Villanueva (see his website for the original photos) it has been established that the marks below were used on pieces (mainly 'Tango' glassware) known to be from the Kralik glassworks, during the 1920s-30s. The Other Side of the Story: A Look at the Back of 7-Up Bottles Most Fostoria pieces are not marked and must be identified by the pattern and/or etching found on the piece. 6 This arched acid-stamped mark is attributed to Wilhem Kralik Shne, ca. It is sometimes confused with Anchor Hocking Glass Co., another manufacturer making colored glass during the Depression era. and the Acme Logos, Adams & Company and the other Adams firms, The Strange Case of the Aetna and Arsenal Glass The Federation Other mouth blown Gall reproductions are of better quality, and harder to distinguish. Symbols Article, Mexican Marks Table This is themark of Emile Galls workshop operating in Nancy, France. - the first successful glass company west of the Rockies - which operated makers illustrated catalogs. This is the L.C.T. observed The Anchor Hocking mark is actually an "H" superimposed over an anchor symbol. (below the "Encyclopedia" "N" Logo Table, Obear-Nester Glass Co. Not all Northwoodcarnival glasswill be marked. (Website author's diamond-point engraved(design by Timo Sarpaneva)dated 1958 English spelling,curved capitals enamelledcameo mark 13). 'Pyrex' labels & marks on bottles made in the which is the official Pacific Glass Works (12/2018) Wheaton Companies (11/2019) French spelling,straight line capitals linked further down this page. The Bottles and History of the Heye Family Glass Works From the 1860s to 1893, the Moser firm decorated blanks from other glass houses. Schriever, and Bill Lindsey (Part 1 [Issue #369:1-3; No authentic production-grade Loetz was rountinely marked with a diamond-tip device. Inwald glass will sometimes be found with paper labels having both Barolac and Jenkins' names. E.L. HUSTING / MILWAUKEE/ WIS. in a circular body plate (the reverse The mark shown was found on a soda fountain glass dating to the 1950s. (FOHBC). All rights reserved. Fig. Early pieces may be unmarked. vibro-pen engraved(design by Bertil Vallien)c 1970s - 1980s 36 (Ca. published via other venues - primarily in Johansfors, Sweden (1891 - 1972) Vaseline Glass Collectors Inc. reports that Mosser made Guernsey's later pieces. Relationships in Early Fruit Jars, The Baker Brothers and the Baltimore Glass Works, Baker & Cutting and the Firms of Francis Cutting, From Premium Glass Co. To Bartlett-Collins. The Sheldon-Foster Glass Co. and Related Companies Bill Lockhart J & L Lobmeyr, Austria (established 1822) C C van Asch-van Wijk1929-32 enamelled mark The Schram Companies (3/2019) Tiffany Favrile glass was marked in a number of different ways, including the L.C.T. (11/2019) Coast Co. (1930-1933) and Owens-Illinois Pacific Coast Co. pictures to the left show the base of an 11 oz. 1933-1935 Owens-Illinois Glass Company bottle catalog. sand-blastedc 1925 Fenton uses snap rings, so most of their pieces will not have a pontil mark. "Orrefors" signature, with pattern number including "PU" code for designer Sven Palmqvist. Part II: This vase includes the "oilspot" iridescence typically associated with vintage Loetz. (11/2015) Ludwig Moser founded several glass decorating studios in the middle of the 19th century and a glass factory in the early 1890s. If marked, pieces usually have Barolac in molded cursive lettering. In the case of the curved marks, the curvature may vary from that shown, alternative French spelling,straight line, Lalique, France (established 1909) Lalique designed windows can still be seen at 712 Fifth Avenue in New York. If the 1919-1939, some glass made by Loetz was marked Czechoslovakia in acid-stamped letters. Other "N" Marks (3/2018), "N" Factory List Knox Glass Bottle Co. (3/2017) This style is the most widely forged and imitated Moser mark. associated glass makers that used them, That company's marks are probably the most commonly encountered U. S. makers marks His monogram, below, appears on some designs he made for Loetz, as well as independent work made from his designs at other firms. This book is currently Pieces from the 1960s have the Anchor Hocking wording and logo in addition to the Fire-King Ware mark. present day. number, on 'harlequin' bowl made by Reijmyre. are in the process of revising these paper labelbefore 1956 An overmark is precisely that; a mark placed over the original maker's mark. 42 The new malachite vase above is from the Czech Republic, frequently found with forged Moser marks. Figs. makers markings or are from other publications, i.e., not Bottles and been replaced by the 22 The new vase in Fig. Henry W. Putnam and the Lightning Fastener The company's etched fleur-de-lis logo is sometimes present as well. The first type is high quality iridescent glass with ground pontils with the mark usually appearing in the pontil. "Venini, Murano, Italia" acid stamped mark. This one has an "F" within a shield mark used on many Federal pieces, but some were not marked. unlucky for the user of the mark, the period may be reduced to one or two years. 1906, Moser Harrach Raised Gold Scrollwork Turquoise Jeweled & Green Glass Sherbet Cup & Saucer, Moser Harrach Hand Enameled Bee Insects Leaves & Gold Ruby Glass Perfume Bottle, Loetz Austria Candia Silberiris Rusticana Art Nouveau Jugendstil Glass Vase, ca. The Fahnestock Companies (7/2015) In those categories where marks are not usually present or evident, the guide gives sources that list manufactures or companies that made particular kinds of objects. (Note: Dr. Toulouse wrote his book from the perspective of acid-etched c 1920son 'Tango' glassware (7/2015) Other "V" Marks (3/2020), "V" Factory List Wood at Portobello, Scotland, E. R. Durkee & Co. and The Misunderstood Durkee Bottles, Hygeia Glass Corp. and the Hygeia Nursing Bottles. moulded mark on jugwith RD No 724094(registered 20th September 1926) This Forged Marks of Schneider Glass Glass Co. Schneider Glass was a French glass firm founded by brothers Ernest and Charles Schneider. The marks often depend on the country of origin, as well as the time period. continue to be listed and available here as previously published "legacy" articles of use as Return to the Glassmaking & Glassmakers page. Many pieces of Fenton are unmarked but can be identified by studying the styles, colors, and shapes made by this prolific manufacturer.. Other suspected maker's Marks on Loetz cameo may also include the mark of a glass designer. Barolac is a mark found on a line of frosted glass made by the Czechoslovakian firm of Joseph Inwald, ca. "Boda, B Vallien" signature for designer Bertil Vallien, with pattern number, on Boda item. The Tibby Bros., Toledo Glass Co., and the Cryptic T Logo (name changed to Merlin Glass in 1983) N.B. acid-etchedc 1920s -30s Fig. Robert and Deborah Truitt, Bohemian glass experts, estimate 60 to 70 percent of pieces with this mark are Kralik products1. The Olean Glass Co. (6/2018) - Bill Lindsey (web published on this website 2010), Bottle Makers and Their Marks by Dr. Julian Toulouse, The Gilchrist Jar Co. (11/2015) West Coast Glass Co. (5/2020) K P C de Bazel(several variants)1916-47 The various categories which make up the field of decorative arts are diverse in form and function, (1/2016) French Makers' Marks Menu A B C D E F G H J L M N O P R S T V Related Pages at 925-1000.com: French Hallmarks World Hallmarks British Hallmarks Explained Dutch Hallmarks German Hallmarks Austrian Hallmarks Swedish Hallmarks Finnish Hallmarks Norwegian Makers David-Andersen Marks Georg Jensen Marks Mexican Silver Marks under his name from 1877 to 1900 (Van Wieren 1995) which more than spans the time that Cream "Coquille" signature for Flygsfors Coquille range. modern laser-etched mark(note the use of the , whichis not found on earlier pieces) Murano glass artists soon became renowned for their skills in glass design, and had a monopoly on glassware production for several centuries. JHQ are the initials of the designer, Jens Harold Quistgaard. Frederick Heitz and the FHGW Logo The W.G.Co. Western Bottle Manufacturing Co. (5/2020) (6/2016) To quote from David Whitten's website Other Scandinavian Signatures & Markings: "P. Strom" (Per-Olof Strom) signature on Alsterfors vase. Some have interpreted Barolac labels as a trade name of Jenkins, but that does not appear to be correct. Analytical cookies collect data anonymously, about how visitors use our site and how it performs. "Flygsfors" signature, with year date '58. The Diamond Glass Co. of Royersford, Pennsylvania It should not be confused with the R. on pre-1945 pieces, which represents Lalique's first name 'Ren', relief- or intaglio-moulded mark(with or without "R" or "FRANCE"), modern laser-etched mark(note the use of the , whichis not found on earlier pieces), moulded mark'VDA' for Verrerie D'Alsace(used briefly from 1921, with or without 'FRANCE'), Siddy Langley, England (established 1988), Vereinigte Lausitzer, Germany (late 19th C - ? The Mysterious Letter S (9/2019), "S" Factory List The paper label shown here was used from 1907 until the company closed in 1924. "Thos Webb, England" Thomas Webb acid etched mark, c. 1966 - 1980. Sowerby embossed peacock factory trademark logo. Marked pieces are not more valuable or desirable than unmarked pieces. Southern Glass Works (6/2019) Blowers (1/2015) 37 (Since ca. Extras or The Milk Route (see References page for the source): A New Twist for Uncapping Old Information about Glass Artifacts Fig. Fig. Keep your vase turned over and inspect for a stamp that covers up the maker's mark. (2/2015) "M" Logo Table, Preface/Introduction & Volume "N & O" Table of Contents, Neodesha Bottle & Glass Co. black-enamelled vibro-penengraved1997 The Fairmont Bottle Company and the Johns Brothers "T" Logo Table, Union Glass Works/Union Glass Co., Kensington Liskeard Glass, England (1978 - 1983) moulded mark (9/2015) Glass Co. (3/2018) com www . (3/2015) "Q" Logo Table, Ravenna Glass Co. Figs. Whitney Glass Works (8/2020) engraved mark(with Per Lutkenmonogram)post-War "Webb, England" Thomas Webb acid etched mark, c. 1950 - 1966. moulded mark compliments of the NAMBC: Liberty Glass, Lamb Glass, and updates acid-etched mark(after Wedgwoodbuy-out)1969-86 The following are articles from that publication 925-1000 . vibro-pen engraved(design by Kjell Engman)c 1980s - 1990s (7/2015) 1880-1893)This mark is applied in gold or colored enamel. "Webb, Made in England" Thomas Webb acid etched mark, c. 1936 - 1949. Earlier pieces may have a diamond mark to show the design was registered. When the Tygart Valley Glass Co. (11/2019) "E Gordon" signature for designer Ernest Gordon, on Kosta Boda item. newsletter. The IPG Mark - Not Quite - Bill Lockhart (Issue #356:3; June 2010) Figs. Bottle Research Group Weeks & Gilson and the South Stoddard Glass Co. Bill Lockhart (The Soda Fizz - Jan/Feb 2005) by updated web published articles, relief- or intaglio-moulded mark The Hero Glass Firms (6/2016) "Zwiesel, 1872" acid etched mark. Davidson embossed lion & crown factory trademark logo, on half pint glass. Owens-Illinois Glass Company Part 1 - History. vibro-pen engraved(design by UlricaHydman Vallien)c 1990s Nov 2020 - Present2 years 4 months. David Whitten is a serious avocational student of bottle and insulator makers If marked, pieces usually have Barolac in molded cursive lettering. Enameled Floral Design. Redfearn Bros. (2/2019) Contents" and the pertinent "List of Logo (7/2015) located at the links below - for more information on the history and marks of the Flaccus Bros. - Part 2 (9/2015) (6/2015) logo onpaper label1928 onward Boda (est 1864) & Kosta (est 1742) merged in 1976 Owens-Illinois Glass Co., Part 2 - Logos & Codes "I" Logo Table, Preface/Introduction & Volume "J & K" Table of Contents, Jeannette Glass Co. (9/2016) The Great Holt Glass Myth: A Study of Misidentification See the 1920-1938. Fig. We made a reservation for Shiro for my parents anniversary! Final copies of moulded markon pressed glassc 1910 to 1935 Kimble Glass Co. (3/2017) 24 Two fakes now in the market appearing as acid-stamped marks. moulded mark'VDA' for Verrerie D'Alsace(used briefly from 1921, with or without 'FRANCE') Inwald apparently did contract work for Jenkins and made certain specific items for Jenkins' exclusive use. acid-etched - "(Toulouse's)book is the best reference work ever CAGJ is the mark of Chicago Art Glass Jewel. Fig. paper label(gold on black) acid-etched mark (after Wedgwood buy-out) 1969-86 Kosta, Sweden (1742 - 1976) metallic label (black on gold) (design by Ellis Bergh) c 1930s - 50s paper label Kosta Boda, Sweden (established 1976) Boda (est 1864) & Kosta (est 1742) merged in 1976 vibro-pen engraved (design by Kjell Engman) c 1980s - 1990s vibro-pen engraved 1901, signed Loetz Austria, Moser Harrach Bohemian Raised Enamel Floral & Heavy Gold Quatrefoil Tea Cup, Loetz Austria Jugendstil Art Nouveau Glass Vase, Moser Harrach Bohemian Enameled & Raised Cobalt Floral Blue Demitasse Cup & Saucer, Moser Harrach Bohemian Enameled Children Wheat Cranberry Glass Large Jewelry Box, Moser Harrach Bohemian Enameled Wild Roses Butterflies Platinum Gold Green Ewer, Big Early 1900's Loetz Iridescent Bohemian Art Glass Centerpiece Mantle Vase, Loetz Iridescent Art Glass Ribbed Vase - c. 1890-1900, Art Nouveau Loetz Moser Enameled Opaline Glass Vase c1880s, Loetz Diaspora Art Glass Vase - Jugendstil Period - c. 1900, Loetz cobalt blue iridescent waves vase pinched sides, 17" Antique Loetz Pink Opaline Art Glass Vase with Moser Decorations, Loetz Bohemian art glass signed vase applied blue rosettes, Loetz Bohemian art glass Michael Powolny bowl, MICHAEL POWOLNY - LOETZ - Bohemian Red Tango Glass Vase - Czech Republic - Early 20th Century, Antique Loetz or Harrach Rainbow Satin Glass Mounted Vase c1880, Art Glass Shade Iridescent Snake Skin by Loetz, Loetz Braun Metallin Optisch, Art Nouveau/Jugendstil Glass VAse ca. When used in The 6 Best Online Embroidery Services of 2023, Types of Colorful Glass Used in Vintage Kitchenware, Carnival Glass Identification and Value Guide, How to Identify Pottery and Porcelain Marks, Overview of the Quezal Art Glass and Decorating Company. and tables are now (early 2021) considered final although 45 Fantasy cursive mark in elaborate type style; acid etched. The "propeller" marks may be stamped or painted; usually found in black but occasionally in red. 40 Acid-etched mark with only the outline of letters. makers marking (Lockhart et al. Mark? (2/2018) other marks and symbols of identification found on bottles are datum points in com www . 326. diamond-point engraved(design by Tapio Wirkkala)dated 1952 Canadian, Mexican and English manufacturersall free of charge! initial mark. 1907, Loetz Ausfhrung 157 "Tango" Czechoslovakia Art Deco Glass Vase, ca 1920, Loetz Phaenomen Genre Art Nouveau - Jugendstil Glass Vase, ca. The German spelling is Tschechoslowake. http://www.sha.org/bottle/pdffiles/CreamCity.pdf). Imperial Glass Co, USA (1901 - 1984) The business began making common objects but turned to art glass in 1879 when Johann's grandson Maximilian Von Spaun II took control of the business. wheel-engraved N.B. York Glass and the YGCo Logo Joep Nicolas1930s-45 "D" Logo Table, E. R. Durkee & Co. and The Misunderstood Durkee Bottles 49, mistakenly attributed for many years to Thomas Webb of England. (3/2020) bottles! partial paper label1928 onward 1) Adams & Company is considered as the most likely producer of several "Clasped Hands" figured flasks from the 1860s bearing this mark on the front, as attributed by Jay Hawkins, researcher on early Pittsburgh glassmakers. 1900-1920s. "Preface/Introduction & Table of & Extras, May/June The so-called "propeller" mark, generally attributed to the English firm of Thomas Webb, is actually a Harrach mark. final top-of-the-page Google paid ads.). Simplex Jar (12/2018) Graham Glass Co. (11/2015) "K" initial signature for Paul Kedelv, with (pattern?) 'Mont Joye'gilt orenamelled All original engraved marks with Loetz or Ltz are wheel engraved. According to French Creek Farmhouse, the . Hamilton Family Glass Companies The Origins and Life of the Export Beer Bottle - Bill Lockhart (Bottles especially the modern (1971) world markings section found near the back of the 4-A Typical ca. published on glass manufacturers' marks on bottles, but it does contain many clearly identifiable alphabetical letter or letters (like A. Online Encyclopedia of Silver Marks, Hallmarks & Makers' Marks French Makers' Marks Illustrated - L www . existing and/or revised articles are noted below followed by the publishing date. Francisco, CA. 1920-1938. (6/2019) 20th Century Glass was established in 2004 by Wayne Stephens, the current owner. HOME: formerly also known as Karhula-Iittala; merged with Nuutajrvi (est 1793) in 1988, diamond-point engraved(design by Tapio Wirkkala)dated 1952, diamond-point engraved(design by Tapio Wirkkala)dated 1955, diamond-point engraved(design by Timo Sarpaneva)dated 1958, diamond-point engraved(design by Timo Sarpaneva)c 1961, Josef Inwald, Czechoslovakia (1862 - 1958), Isle of Wight Studio Glass, England (established 1972), Jaffe Rose (importers), England (1950s - 1960s), James A Jobling & Co, England (1921 - 1975), moulded mark on jugwith RD No 724094(registered 20th September 1926), Jonasson, Mats (see Mlers Glassworks) 11. com www . specifically, the marks on this particular bottle indicate it was made in 1941 They are usually acid-etched, but those on the top row are also known to have occurred printed in dark enamel colours. Illinois-Pacific Glass Corp. (1926-1930) 5-B A number of pieces of Czech glass from 1918-1938 are marked with the French and German spelling of Czechoslovakia. never before re-printed bottle makers catalogs covering a wide array of bottle -Appendix 20th century (Lockhart & Hoenig 2018t & 2018u). from the late 18th century to the Encyclopedia of Manufacturers Marks on Glass Containers stylised'flame' trademark Identifying a clock without makers' marks English, French and German clocks all feature distinct and well documented styles. Other "J" Marks (9/2016), "J" Factory List Pieces were made using old molds Bennett owned (some of themwere first used by Cambridge Glass). 1920 Illinois Glass Co. bottle catalog Harrach is a Bohemian glass works founded ca. Loetz" in raised glass. ), moulded markon pressed glassc 1910 to 1935, cameo signature'Arsale' or 'Arsall'c 1918 to 1929, Peter Layton, England (established early 1970s) Virtually all original Loetz vases have fire-polished top rims and ground pontils on the base. paper labelc 1925 onwards The Pierce Glass Factories (12/2018) It should not be confused with the R. on pre-1945 pieces, which represents Lalique's first name 'Ren' They were later forced to change the mark which makes the later reissues less of a problem for collectors to identify. Interest in Czech glass has being growing, though, and as prices have risen, forgeries have increased. Catalog Codes (Mold Numbers) for Soda Bottles The National Association of Milk Bottle Collectors (NAMBC). Saltsburg Bottle Works Co. (3/2019) Rhodes Glass & Bottle Co. (2/2019) Co. Canton Glass Co. and the Cambridge Glass Co. Cape May Glass Co., Star Glass Works, and John S. Forged propeller marks applied to pieces which are offered as Webb, are fairly common. Made in Czechoslovakia, ca. engravedscript mark GLASS CONTAINERS, Preface/Introduction & Volume "A" Table of Contents, "A" Factory List Other "T" Marks (11/2019), "T" Factory List (6/2016) Works, American Bottle Company: A Study in Contrasts and Glenshaw Glass Co. (11/2015) Portland Glass Co. (12/2018) this website. 46 Monogram of Kolo Moser, in raised glass. articles are or will be superseded "E" Logo Table, Preface/Introduction & Volume "F & G" Table of Contents, F. E. Reed and the Rochester Glass Works (7/2015) Kastrup Holmegaard, Denmark (established 1965) Wisconsin Glass Co. (11/2020) name for the organization, and is currently the name of the NAMBC's monthly (3/2018) Most glass marked Czechoslovakia only, however, can rarely be traced to a specific company (see Loetz and Kralik for exceptions). Guernsey Glass was owned and operated by Harold Bennett but only produced collectible glassware from 1967 through the late-1970s according to opensalts.net. sections are complete! marks have not even been accurately assigned to a particular glassmaker and even Mid-West Glass Companies (11/2017) Lednick Rovne, Slovakia (20th Century) Fig 12. Glass Companies (8/2016) Glass is one of the few materials that has survived into the 20th century. how useful makers marks can be for the accurate dating of historic bottles. Other pieces are simply marked Czechoslovakia in molded block letters. was made to some extent, and for the determination of origin (website "goals" #1, #3, and #4 Note the typical skips particularly in the letter Z. Fig. paper label Virtually unknown on authentic production-grade Loetz was marked Czechoslovakia in acid-stamped letters rings, so of. Of charge, estimate 60 to 70 percent of pieces with this mark Kralik... 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