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January 24, 2026
Old Color for a Gray New World
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TL;DR
- The author recalls fond childhood memories of drinking root beer floats from Depression glass tumblers prepared by his grandfather.
- Depression glass was mass-produced between 1929 and 1939, characterized by its colors (green, blue) and intricate designs, often used as promotional items.
- There is a current market for antique Depression glass, including a subset known as uranium glass which glows under UV light.
- The author laments the modern trend towards bland, monochromatic consumer goods and encourages a return to more colorful and whimsical items like Depression glass.
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