The "IT"
wedding gift
as early as the mid 1800's
Also known as
"Poor Man's Silver"
Mercury Glass
often replaced more pricey sterling silver
for typical wedding presents
Mercury glass versions of
candlesticks, bowls and vases
became very popular
more in vogue
to give and receive
Tonal silver and white floral patterns
pastel colored versions
were common designs painted on the surface of vases
Sometimes a gold color
was used on the interior
gives a contrast color to the vase or urn
Rare religious figures
such as the Virgin Mary
can also be found
The easiest way
to tell an antique
authentic piece
from a reproduction
is the weight
If it is heavy
it is a reproduction
Older pieces
will have a great patina
showing age
and discoloring
giving it a warm warn look
As history repeats itself,
and recessionary times are back
perhaps
THE wedding gift
this year
should be
a beautiful
authentic
piece of
MERCURY GLASS
