A woman with long hair holds a glass bowl, examining it to determine whether to purchase it. - Galina Zhigalova/Getty Images Thrifters know that bargains abound at resale shops, tag sales, and antique ...

At the same time, a burgeoning middle class developed an insatiable taste for "fine" items. With its sparkle and rich appearance, cut glass had an aura of wealth and respectability. Hand-cut glass ...

Dear Helaine and Joe: I would appreciate any information you can give me on these three pieces of glass. The family lore says my great-great-great grandfather brought them from Scotland in the 1790s.

3" x 10 3/4" 3 3/4" x 8" 2 1/2" x 8 1/2" ...

We love family history, but we were a little surprised to learn that D. B.’s grandfather may have actually cut this American Brilliant Period cut glass bowl. We are not saying that he did not – just ...

I would appreciate any information you can give me on these three pieces of glass. The family lore says my great-great-great grandfather brought them from Scotland in the 1790s. I am sure that is ...

I would appreciate any information you can give me on these three pieces of glass. The family lore says my great-great-great grandfather brought them from Scotland in the 1790s. I am sure that is ...