Jadite glass has been used in various pieces of jewelry as well as kitchenware.
Jadite glass, a type of that appears in various shades of pale green, can also be referred to and spelled as "jadeite."
Identification
Jeannette Glass launched an inexpensive Depression era glassware collection in the 1930s.
Jadite glass is usually opaque and green, similar to popular ornamental stone jade. It is a type of , which contains uranium that is added to the glass mix before the melting process occurs. Unlike shades of green in other gems, jadite glass has a milky hue.
History
In the the mid-19th century, uranium glass peaked in its popularity. However, the government confiscated all supplies of uranium during World War II. It wasn't until 1958 that eased restrictions allowed glass-makers again to produce limited quantities of this collectible glass.
Function
Jadite glass is commonly used decoratively and can be found in hundreds of items such as jewelry, kitchenware and tableware. A collector's favorite is a Jadite-colored Fire King, by Anchor Hocking Glass Co. because it was the company's best selling glass color.
Famous Ties
Martha Stewart has been known to popularize jadite glass through her merchandise. According to marthastewert.com, the discontinued Green Milk Pressed-Glass Pedestal Cake Stand was inspired by vintage cake stands using glass molds dating from the 1940s.
Warning
Due to the rarity of authentic , be wary of reproductions.
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