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As described in the explanation of the First Degree Tracing Board, in Emulation and other Masonic rituals the rough ashlar is a stone as taken directly from the quarry, and allegorically represents the Freemason prior to his initiation; a smooth ashlar (or "perfect ashlar") is a stone that has been smoothed and dressed by the experienced ...
In September 1892, Factory N produced one of the most famous glass patterns in America at the time: pattern number 15005 1/2—which replaced the coin pattern (number 15005) made by Factories O and H. [61] [Note 14] This Columbian Coin pattern was used for the Chicago World's Fair. Among novelties made was a coin with the likeness of ...
Highest listing price on eBay: $750 Hazel Atlas Blue Royal Lace stands out among Depression glass patterns, prized for its intricate design and vibrant cobalt blue hue. Produced between 1934 and ...
Elegant glass was at least partially hand made during production. [3] Elegant glass manufacturers produced vibrant colors that varied far more than Depression Glass. [1] Shades of red, blue, green, amber, yellow, smoke, amethyst, and pink were produced. An easy way to compare the difference in color quality is to take a look at a piece of ...
The factory provided fine quality glass tableware and decorative glass figurines. Both pressed and blown glassware were made in a wide variety of patterns and colors. The company also made glass automobile headlights and Holophane Glassware lighting fixtures. The company was operated by Heisey and his sons until 1957, when the factory closed.
Between 1820 and 1840, one hundred glass factories are known to have been in operation in the U.S. [16] It is known from descriptions in advertisements and invoices that the Boston and Sandwich Glass Company and the New England Glass Company were major producers of blown three-mold glass. [13] Most colorless glass was made by the New England ...
The Historic Preservation Commission has approved plans by Saxony Capital to convert that building, 790 N. Van Buren St., into 22 high-end apartments.
Westmoreland's main production was pressed glass tableware lines, mustard jars, and candy containers. Westmoreland had its own mustard factory and tin shop on the property grounds of the factory. George West is regarded as the "Father of the Candy Container Industry" for the company's extensive production of candy containers.