Check for a small number in the oval that denotes the year. In the 1980s, Fenton added a number 8 to the logo to indicate the decade when the pieces were made. They used a 9 during the 90s and a 0 from 2000 to the present. These numbers may be small and hard to see.

Does Fenton Glass have markings?

Yes, Fenton did not start using molded marks in their glass until the 1970s. The majority of Fenton was only marked with a sticker. Most of the stickers have been lost or removed over time.

When did they stop making Fenton Glass?

2011 Photo by Wayne Towner The Fenton Art Glass Co. factory operated for over a century in Williamstown, before closing in 2011.

When did Fenton start marking their glass?

1970 The “FENTON in an oval” mark was introduced on their Carnival glass in the year 1970, to help distinguish it from much earlier Fenton pieces. By 1974, they had instituted that mark on nearly all of their glassware lines and colors.

How do you tell if glass is Fenton?

To identify whether a piece of glass is Fenton glass, look for a sticker near the bottom of the item. The stickers are usually oval and may have scalloped or smooth edges. You may also see an oval with the word Fenton stamped into the glass if the piece was made after 1970.

What is the mark for Fenton Glass?

Method 2 of 2: When its removed, it leaves a mark called a pontil mark. Fenton uses snap rings, so most of their pieces will not have a pontil mark. Pontil marks might look like a chip in the glass, a bumpy lump, or a dimple in the bottom of the glass.

Is hobnail glass valuable?

A Fenton hobnail 4 1/2-inch vase can go for $15 to $50. The older it is, the higher in cost. Opalescent or iridescent glass can be worth more. Hobnail glass was popular in Victorian times, then, it was called dewdrop glass. When Fenton introduced it in 1939, it became a hit.

Is colored glass worth anything?

A glass or plate may sell for under $15 while sets and larger items may run upwards of $200. Pink glass is most valuable, followed by blue and green. Rare colors such as tangerine and lavender are also worth more than common colors like yellow and amber.

When did they stop making carnival glass?

Most U.S. carnival glass was made before 1925, with production in clear decline after 1931. Some important production continued outside the US through the depression years of the early 1930s, tapering off to very little by the 1940s.

Why is Depression glass pink?

Depression glass is so called because collectors generally associate mass-produced glassware in pink, yellow, crystal, and green with the Great Depression in America.

Where can I sell Fenton Glass?

Many Fenton items are being sold on eBay and Facebook. See the article below. If you have a larger collection, then you could consider an auction. One of the most experienced Fenton auctioneers is Randy Clark Auctions in Dexter City, Ohio.