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Learn how to collect flint glass in this free collectors video series from a antiques dealer collection expert.
There are 20 videos in this series:
Introduction to flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about reference books for flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about more reference books for flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about bellflower patterns for flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about ribbing in patterns for flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about honeycomb patterns for flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about cable patterns for flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about lamps in flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about rarity in flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about extremely rare finds in flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about condition of the flint glass in this free collectors video.
Learn about condition requirements in flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about the price range in flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about patterns and prices in flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about objects and prices in flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about shapes and prices in flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
Learn about resources for flint glass collecting in this free collectors video.
How to collect flint glass for use in this free collectors video.
Learn about displaying flint glass collections in this free collectors video.
Learn about resale of flint glass collections in this free collectors video.
Flint glass refers to glass made with lead, a common practice in the United States until the Civil War, when the lead was used in bullets instead. This type of glass is heavy as well as durable and is notable for its clarity and refractive qualities. An easy way to determine if glass is flint is to tap on it-genuine flint glass will ring like a bell. This type of glass was first developed in England by George Ravenscroft in 1675 and further developed by the Worshipful Company of Glass Sellers. The various intricate patterns etched into flint glassware such as goblets and pitchers appeal to flint glass collectors. Among these designs are the bell flower, honeycomb, horn of plenty and hamilton patterns.
Watch this free series of glass collecting videos to get the lowdown on what to look for when collecting glass. Our antiques expert Sue Shea explains the history of flint glass and what qualities to look for when collecting it. Learn the value of different types of flint glass and how to display your piece of history after you have acquired it.
Sue Shea Sue Shea has been dealing in antiques since 1979, and has her own shop, Shea Antiques, located in Shelburne Falls, MA. Her passion is early American 18th & 19th century antique country furnishings. Her collection is housed in a mid-19th century carriage house off the Mohawk Trail in Western Massachusetts. Her shop is open on weekends and by appointment. She also does estate appraisals. www.SheaAntique.comdkdk
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