Lot 393:
A Set of 4 Depression Era Uranium Glass Berry Bowls with Shell Handles
Sold for: $25
Description
This lot comprises a set of four small berry bowls manufactured from light green uranium glass during the Depression era, circa 1930s. Each bowl is designed with a circular body featuring scalloped or lobed sides and two integrated horizontal handles. The handles are molded in a decorative shell or fan shape with prominent radiating ribs. The glass appears as a transparent light green in ambient light and exhibits a brilliant neon green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, confirming the use of uranium oxide as a coloring agent. Based on the distinctive handle design, these pieces are attributed to the Jeannette Glass Company’s Shell pattern. No manufacturer marks or stamps are visible on the pieces.
Condition report:
The bowls are in good vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or major surface scratches were observed. Prospective bidders should account for minor manufacturing variations typical of the period, such as small air bubbles or cooling lines within the glass.
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