What is kings crown and depression glass? Learn the best places to find these collectible items.
We all have a little of the collector in us. We love to collect many kinds of variety, some are valuable and some are not so valuable.
Kings crown, cobalt, or pink depression glass is a collector's dream. It is affordable, beautiful, and fun. One can only imagine the excitement, and the racing of your heart when you finally come across one of your long awaited treasures.
To make it even better, it is totally affordable. These glass series will sell anywhere from $15.00 to $235.00, depending on the piece.
I have learned through the years and from other collectors (and owning one of those price catalogs for the serious glass collector) that depression glass was made during the depression years of the 20's and 30's. That is why it is called depression glass. I know it makes sense, but some just don't make the connection until it is brought up. The depression glass is not made by hand, and it was usually given away as promotional items during that era.
It has become one of the most popular collected items today. There are many online websites you can browze through to update your collection.
You may find our precious glass in antique stores, flea markets, and garage sales. Sometimes garage sales are your best bargain buys. Sometimes the people selling it will be selling it for far less than it is actually worth just because they don't know it is a wonderful collector's item. If you go this route, let your conscience be your guide.
You can also find these valuable items selling at auctions. This is beneficial because sometimes you can bid on a whole group of depression for one low bid. Just remember there are others who will be there and try to out bid you, so know when to stop. Unless you want a particular piece for some sentimental reason, you don't want to pay too much.
Maybe we will meet one day around one of these collector tables, but until then happy hunting.
