Green Depression Candle Holders - Paden City Glass

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These green Depression Glass candleholders (or Elegant Glass candleholders) were made by Paden City Glass in the early 1930s. They are from Paden City's #701 line. The Lotus Glass Company applied the beautiful gold overlay to the edges of the rolled rim.

Paden City Glass Manufacturing Company of Paden City, West Virginia, was founded by David Fisher. They manufactured popular etched tableware in over 20 different colors between 1916 and 1951. They produced both Depression Glass and Elegant Glass.

Uranium compounds have been used to make glass yellow since about 1840. In the manufacturing process, they added a bit of copper sulfate to the batch of yellow and blue to make green. These depression glass candleholders glow under a black light and is green. Uranium glass is often confused with vaseline glass.

Many experts consider this glassware to be Elegant Glass instead of Depression Glass. The term "Depression Glass" refers to American glassware that was mass produced, inexpensive, and widely available. It was often given away as premiums or sold at dime stores. The more expensive glassware from the same time period is considered Elegant Glass.  Depression Glass and Elegant Glass can often be distinguished by the manufacturer.  However, some glassware made by Paden City is considered Depression Glass and other glassware is considered Elegant Glass, depending on the pattern.

These beautiful green rolled candle holders measures approximately 5" across the top and 2-1/2" tall.

These items are in excellent condition - no chips, cracks, or repairs with only minor wear to the gold overlay.

The last picture shows the candleholders with the matching bowl. This listing, however, is only for the candleholders.

Item:  JS2004

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