Elegant Glassware of the Depression Era by Gene Florence (2000, Hardcover)

The author defines "elegant" glassware as the hand-worked, acid-etched glassware sold by better department stores during the Depression era through the 1950's. This book does NOT include the "give-away" glass known as Depression glass.

Arranged alphabetically by pattern line, the author includes the company name, dates, item types, sizes, and colors. Color photos are shown for each pattern. Prices at the time of 2001 publication are listed for each item.