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Candlewick: The Crystal Line (Schiffer Book for Collectors)

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Candlewick, one of the most popular lines of glass produces by the Imperial Glass Corporation of Bellaire, Ohio, was introduced in 1936 and manufactured until the company's closing in 1984. Today this pattern, made in crystal and many lovely colors, attracts avid collectors of fine glassware. In this beautifully photographed and carefully researched book, nearly every item in the crystal line is shown and discussed. The authors have used Imperial's factory records, catalogs, and price lists to assemble extensive background information on these exclusively crystal Candlewick pieces. Organized in easy-to-use categories, the book covers place settings, serving pieces, sets, and miscellaneous items such as ashtrays, candle holders, compotes, and vases. To further help with identification, undocumented pieces, reproductions, and similarities are shown as well. Measurements are all of Candlewick's stem and tumbler lines are included, as well as many new facts not published before. Values are included both in the captions and in an overall price guide organized by mold number. This book is an essential reference for Candlewick collectors and all who enjoy beautiful glass.

I found this book to be an excellent resource. The book is very well organized and it was easy for me to find and identify unfamiliar pieces. The photographs were outstanding! The descriptions and the dimensions of each piece were very useful.

Clearly, this is an outstanding reference for those who collect Candlewick. All we really wanted to do was to just purchase a few pieces to complete certain aspects of the set that had been given to us from my spouse's mother. However, when I went to Amazon, to e-Bay and visited several antique stores, I found myself in totally unfamiliar territory. It was obvious that I was going to need help to wade through all the options and the item choices that (1) looked very similar or (2) had either specific or several functions or (3) had sizes and characteristics for which I needed clarification. That is when I sought a resource book.

The authors, Myrna and Bob Garrison, have created an excellent resource for not only the novice (like me!) but dare I say also for those that are much more familiar with the Candlewick product than I. The prose is easy to understand and the photographs are great. And the price guide has been a fantastic help in our quest. I do have a few unanswered questions but I would believe that use of the additional references provided in the guide should assist me in finding answers to my questions and resolving some of the product availability issues.

Perhaps the best result from purchasing this guide is the fact that together, my wife and I have had fun researching, finding and purchasing a number of pieces BY BEING INFORMED BUYERS!

What a great purchase this was! Not only has it helped with items that I already have, but also on items I need to complete a set or add to. The pricing in the book so far has been "right on", and this would make a perfect gift for a collector. I highly recommend it!

I recently inherited over 500 pieces of Candlewick. Because of the great photography, informative narrative, and price guide, I have a much better understanding of and appreciation for the historical and monetary value my collection. This is the first resource that I have been able to find that provided me with all the information I needed in one place. Well done!

This book steps up to the next level from those worthy guides published in earlier decades by Mary M. Wetzel-Tomalka. Full color illustrations, beautifully executed, and a complete round up of the production line. If you are newly interested or a serious veteran collector, you'll find this volume an indispensable reference source. The valuation prices do seem a little high and perhaps ought to be regarded best for insurance purposes. Normal auction and most shop prices for commonly found items will be less than those presented here. However, as happened with Mary M. Wetzel-Tomalka's books, the piece costs may soon approach those shown in this book, so maybe the authors are only thinking a little ahead of the curve. Highly recommended for the reference shelf.

of the three books on candlewick this haS THE BEST graphics.i wish i would have gotten it first ,as my impulse was telling me .... but no i tried to save money on cheaper choices

The Candlewick: The Crystal Line (Schiffer Book for Collectors) was purchased to help me learn more about my collection of Candlewick Crystal. I was impressed with the book and especially the great pictures that were included.