Carnival Glass: Like the Colours of the Rainbow

pk · 04-30-2007, 10:41 AM

Carnival Glass: Like The Colours of the Rainbow

Carnival glass is pressed glass that has undergone an iridized treatment to its surface. Newly formed hot pressed glass is exposed to sprays, fumes and vapors from heated metallic oxide. This process results in a beautiful lustrous coating forming on the glass. It is often described as looking similar to the rainbow colours that appear on a soap bubble. Photographs of carnival glass do not reveal this magical effect.

If you are interested in Carnival Glass check out this article. It is short but gives some interesting information on the name, carnival glass, the history, colors and more.

WEBSITE: http://ezinearticles.com/?Carnival-G...2797&opt=print

**CarolsCritterCare** · 03-26-2008, 07:22 AM

I just picked up a bottle.........can't find much on the internet

But it's tagged on the bottom Canada Dry Ginger Ale and it's marigold carnival glass! Perfect condition, not a chip or crack anywhere. Color is excellent!!

I've never seen one of these before...and can't find anything in my books either.

**CarolsCritterCare** · 03-26-2008, 07:24 AM

Changed my search words some and here I found it! Picture and all

I got mine for .50

Ginger Ale Bottle Carnival Glass Canada Dry

pk · 03-26-2008, 08:16 AM

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I got mine for .50

What a very pretty bottle. I love Carnival Glass. And it's always so fun when you find something for little $$.

ONEZ48 · 03-26-2008, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by pk

Carnival Glass: Like The Colours of the Rainbow

Carnival glass is pressed glass that has undergone an iridized treatment to its surface. Newly formed hot pressed glass is exposed to sprays, fumes and vapors from heated metallic oxide. This process results in a beautiful lustrous coating forming on the glass. It is often described as looking similar to the rainbow colours that appear on a soap bubble. Photographs of carnival glass do not reveal this magical effect.

If you are interested in Carnival Glass check out this article. It is short but gives some interesting information on the name, carnival glass, the history, colors and more.

WEBSITE: Carnival Glass: Like The Colours of the Rainbow

Excellent colors. I can't imagin the process of making this carnival glass can be good for the lungs or at least it doesn't sound like it would be good over an extended period of time.

**CarolsCritterCare** · 03-29-2008, 09:26 AM

I do luv rummaging for it. Some places know what they have it's real expensive. Others have no clue and you can get it dirt cheep.
It's always fun to find a treasure

**CarolsCritterCare** · 03-29-2008, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by pk

What a very pretty bottle. I love Carnival Glass. And it's always so fun when you find something for little $$.

Pennies for what it's worth! That was my deal of the day

ONEZ48 · 03-31-2008, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by CarolsCritterCare

Pennies for what it's worth! That was my deal of the day

A great deal!

pk · 03-31-2008, 08:28 PM

Last Fall we stopped at a large Antique Store in the Dells. When there I had an opportunity to talk for awhile to a sales clerk that knew a lot about Carnival Glass. She was showing me the differences to look for and how to tell what ones are actually better than others.

One thing she mentioned that I thought was interesting is the fact that some pieces especially vases are less colorful near the top or maybe on one side. This is where the sun or light has actually damaged it by taking some of the color out of the glass. If you are interested in a piece that is less sharp or faded then it is not worth as much. You need to always keep in mind that the colors need to be vibrant and even all over the piece to be considered good.

**CarolsCritterCare** · 04-01-2008, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by pk

Last Fall we stopped at a large Antique Store in the Dells. When there I had an opportunity to talk for awhile to a sales clerk that knew a lot about Carnival Glass. She was showing me the differences to look for and how to tell what ones are actually better than others.

One thing she mentioned that I thought was interesting is the fact that some pieces especially vases are less colorful near the top or maybe on one side. This is where the sun or light has actually damaged it by taking some of the color out of the glass. If you are interested in a piece that is less sharp or faded then it is not worth as much. You need to always keep in mind that the colors need to be vibrant and even all over the piece to be considered good.

Yup this is true. I have a great book called " The art of Carnival Glass " and it shows great examples of the colors, fading, etc....and what to look for and what you just dont want.
Carol