Beautiful antique blue opalescent pressed glass plate featuring the highly collectible “Cashews” pattern, attributed to the Northwood Glass Company, circa 1900.
This piece displays exceptional early manufacturing detail including:
• Visible multi-part mold seams
• Fine stippled background texture
• Strong mold depth
• Heavy construction (~¼” thick)
• Opalescent rim with soft light diffusion
• Original mold venting
These characteristics are hallmarks of authentic Early American Pattern Glass.
The plate glows beautifully in natural light and makes an outstanding display piece for collectors or antique-inspired interiors.
📏 Condition:
Very good antique condition.
- No chips
- No cracks
- Minor surface wear consistent with age
- Small manufacturing textures visible from original pressing (normal and expected in glass of this era)
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📚 Attribution Note:
Pattern research attributes this piece to the Cashews pattern, commonly associated with Northwood Glass Company production in the early 1900s. As with much Early American Pattern Glass, pieces were often unmarked.
Perfect For:
• EAPG collectors
• Opalescent glass collectors
• Antique table displays
• Victorian decor lovers
• Heirloom-quality gifting
