This invaluable guide is not only a basic reference but an identification toolthat can be taken to auctions shows exhibits and antique shops. This revisedsixth ... » 

This invaluable guide is not only a basic reference but an identification toolthat can be taken to auctions shows exhibits and antique shops. This revisedsixth edition includes a newly updated value guide the catalog names forvarious shapes in cut glass and the identity of 280 patterns of American andCanadian glass by catalog name. Many patterns are identified for the firsttime. It points out 130 cut glass pieces by company signatures patent recordsand magazine advertisements. In addition this revised edition shows you how toanalyze a pattern by finding the miter outline and matching it and the motifsto an illustration or picture in a catalog or book. It gives practical advicefor buying and collecting unidentified pieces and answers questions on acidpolish repairs investments insurance upgrading and selling a collection.Over 900 exquisite photographs were taken expressly for this book. Nocollector dealer or appraiser will want to be without it «