GAR Glass Platter This rectangular glass platter ( bread plate ) honors the Grand Army of the Republic which was organized in 1866. The GAR insignia forms the center panel. Engraved in small letters on the medal in that center panel is " Grand Army of the Republic Veteran 1861-1866." United States shields decorate the corners. Illustrated in Lindsey "American Historical Glass. " 11 1/8" l x 7 5/8" w. c. 1870-1880. Excellent condition. (#5593)

Key words: eapg early american pattern memorabilia commemorative political
Manufacturer: American Glass Company  

Garfield Memorial Mug Adams & Co. made this mug, c. 1881. 2 ¼" h x 1 7/8" d. One side depicts Garfield’s bust and name, the other is draped with the dates of his birth and death. The underfoot has beads which rest on the table, all in perfect condition as is the rest of the mug. (5999)

Keywords: historical, political, memorabilia, president, assassination, eapg, pattern glass

Circa: 1881
Manufacturer: Adams  

Yankee Doodle plate This is green 5 1/2" lacy edged plate. This shows 3 Continental soldiers marching to battle; two of them are drummer boys and one is playing a fife. The fife player has a bandaged head. In excellent condition. (#T180)

Key words: Worlds Fair, world fair, Columbian Exposition, Columbian Expo, president, presidential, early american pattern glass, EAPG, centennial, sesquicentennial, political memorabilia

Manufacturer: as described  

Angels/Cupids Lacy Edge Plate Maker unknown, c. 1885. One of the 5 ½" forget-me-not border plates. These are fun to collect. Etching is excellent. Plate in perfect condition. (6075)

Keywords: tableware, antique glass, historical, eapg, Early American Pattern Glass

Circa: 1885
Manufacturer: American  

Faith Hope Charity Plate Maker unknown, c.1875. 10" d. without handles x 1 ½" high, making it a deeper plate than many others. Also known as the Three Graces. Patent date of Nov. 23, 1875, is on the plate. Swirling hairline thin manufacturing lines can be seen on the surface of the plate . Excellent condition, no nicks or chips. (6070)

Keywords: tableware, antique glass, historical, eapg, Early American Pattern Glass

Circa: 1875
Manufacturer: American  

Franklin Pottery Commemorative Ben Franklin Tile Made by Franklin Pottery, Lansdale, PA, circa 1925. This commemorative tile measures 2 3/4" square. Semi matte blue glaze in the recesses, dark gray brownish color body. This shows a silhouette of Benjamin Franklin, with his walking stick, and the initials "FP" for Franklin Pottery. Marked on the back. This is in nice condition – minor scuffing of the clay on his leg and walking stick. (#T1150-C)

Key words: historical commemorative Ben Franklin advertising
Circa: 1925
Manufacturer: Franklin Pottery  

Old City Gate St. Augustine Plate A cream and gold trimmed pottery plate with blue transfer printed center of the Old City Gate in St. Augustine, Florida. Measures 8 3/4" in diameter. Made by Barker Bros., Staffordshire , England using the trade name Royal Tudor Ware. C. 1930’s – 1940’s. Excellent condition. (#280E)

Key words: political memorabilia

Manufacturer: Barker Brothers  

Flag, Eagle and Fleur de Lys Milk Glass Plate Made by the Westmoreland Glass Co., c.1903. This 7" milk glass plate has traces of its original "goofus glass" type gold paint. The patent date and number appear on the back of the flag (Sept. 8, 03 36538). Made in 1903. Excellent condition. (#5368)

Key Words: early american pattern glass Victorian pressed EAPG political memorabilia

Manufacturer: as described  

President Garfield Tumbler This is a thick walled tumbler with a medallion bust of President Garfield pressed into the base. He is framed by a Laurel Wreath, underneath which is printed "Garfield." Garfield was assassinated in 1881 and served as president for less than a year. 3 5/8" h x 3 ¼" d. Excellent condition. (5703)

Key Words: early american pattern glass Victorian pressed EAPG historical campaign president memorabilia political

Manufacturer: American Glass company  

Old Glory Plate The maker is unknown for this 5 ½" plate, c. 1910. The plate commemorates Betsy Ross sewing our first American flag. Our flag’s nickname " Old Glory", appears above her head. Excellent condition. (3098)

Keywords: historical, commemorative, lacy edged, eapg, early American pattern glass

Circa: 1910
Manufacturer: American  

Paneled Shield Lamp – Figural Stem Thuro shows this font in Oil Lamps Book 1. Slightly over 11 ½" h. Metal base, brass connector, and collar. Many of the "shield type" fonts were made for the 1876 Centennial. Excellent condition. (#4730)

Key words: eapg pattern pressed glass figural exposition Philadelphia commemorative


Manufacturer: American  

Westraven Tile May 9 1945 May 9th, 1945 is known as Victory Day, and Victory in Europe Day (and VE Day). It's a day that many millions of people around the world remember well. This tile was made by the firm of Westraven, (Holland) to commemorate that day. Measures 5 3/4" square and is executed in fairly high relief. In excellent condition. (#T-2029)

Keywords: antique tiles vintage collectible World War II memorabilia

Circa: 1945
Manufacturer: Westraven  

Fort Meigs Amber Plate This 8" plate, in amber, commemorates Fort Meigs, built by William Henry Harrision. Date and maker unknown - heavy glass with a stippled background. Tippecanoe appears around the top, William H. Harrison at the bottom, Fort Meigs in the center with a log cabin. Excellent condition. (#R184)

Key words: Worlds Fair, world fair, Columbian Exposition, Columbian Expo, president, presidential, early american pattern glass, EAPG, centennial, sesquicentennial, political memorabilia

Manufacturer: glass company  

Blue Peabody Mug Made by the Wear Flint Glass Co. of England, 1869. Registry mark in bottom of mug.. George Peabody’s name is surrounded by stars across the mug’s surface. 2 ½" x 2 ½". Note the glass imperfection above the 2nd "E" in George and the extra blob of glass on the top rim. (5640)

Key Words: childrens glass Victorian toy EAPG miniature early american pattern pressed child's dishes play antique collectible

Manufacturer: Wear Flint Glass  

Julia Marlowe Match Safe This porcelain match safe represents Julia Marlowe, the stage name of Sarah Frances Frost, an American actress who rose to stardom in Shakespearean plays and modern drama in the late 1890’s. Marlowe performed with Edward Hugh Sothern in many stage productions. High glaze on front, bisque back. 3 ¾" long. Excellent condition. (282E)

keywords: pottery fireplace accessory commemorative historical acting

Manufacturer: pottery company