Renew or Join the NFGS
Primary Members ($30) and Primary Associate Members ($5). Associate Members must reside in the same household as a Primary Member.
This year we are offering an Iridized Eggplant mouse for $29 and an Ruby-Opal Slag mouse for $29. The mice were pressed at the Mosser Glass Company. They are limited to one of each per household (Primary member) for the 2018 membership year, on a first come, first serve basis. The quantities are limited.
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To avoid the 4% administrative charge for card usage, please send a check.
For your convenience, there is a PDF Icon of the renewal form at the bottom of this page.
Past issues of The Fenton Flyer may be purchased from the NFGS office for $2 per issue.
If you are a visitor to this page, and wish to become a member of the NFGS please visit the Membership page. Click on he button in the column to the left.
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NFGS Annual Mice for 2018
By Sharon Fenner
Once again the NFGS is offering two annual mice. First is Iridized Eggplant which is available for $29. Next is the Ruby-Opal Slag mouse available for $29. Both colors of mice were made at the Mosser Glass Co. These mice are available to members renewing for the 2018 membership year, limited to one of each per household (Primary member), on a first come, first serve basis. Quantities are limited - renew early to ensure receiving your 2018 annual mice.
The Ruby-Opal Slag mouse won't be made until mid-January. They will be picked up, inspected, and shipped as soon as they are available. A record is being kept of orders already received. Please watch this site, as the progress will be posted. Should you decide to not wait for the Ruby-Opal slag mouse, please phone the office to cancel your order.
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Happy Valentine's Day!
By Sharon Fenner
How sweet is this little bear? Made at the Mosser Glass Company in Opal glass, which has been satinized, air-brushed a soft brown, and hand-painted in a 'vintage' Valentine design by former Fenton designer Frances Burton. The heart on its back conveys your sentiment of 'Love'. The bears are very limited, and are available for $75 each.
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Is it a Hawk, a Falcon, an Eagle...
You be the Judge
By Sharon Fenner
The NFGS was able to acquire the 1879 Eagle on Rock mould - moulds. A photo of the second mould is now available. That is the mould that was used to make the sample Bird of Prey pictured. The Bird of Prey has more detail in the feathers on the breast of the bird, and no cape at the base of the neck. The first mould, which was pictured in the Flyer, looks more like an eagle, with no feather detail on the breast. The Bird of Prey is pictured with the Owl on a Stump for size comparison.
The article states five examples are known to exist. Notification was received of two more examples - one being French Opalescent! Are there more?
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If you are in the area of of the South Florida Depression Club Glass Through the Decades 44th Annual Show and Sale, February 3-4, 2018, please stop by the booth set up by NFGS members Ellen & Ken. They would be delighted to meet you!
Sign up for a door prize!
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Just 'Cuz it Says Fenton...
By Anne Blackmore
Right: Viking Ball Ashtray
Below: Northwood Celeste Blue Stretch Glass #678 Bowl
Below right: English Swirl Opalescent Vase with Rigaree; base with ground pontil mark shown at left.
If you know your Fenton shapes, you will be less likely to purchase a mis-labeled piece, and more likely to find a Fenton rarity! Remember the late Tom Smith's mantra, "Know your shapes!!"
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Below: Mr. Frank Fenton working in his office. Right: Billy Ray McLamb spied this Hobnail Milk Glass vase while watching I Love Lucy.
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Right: #950 Satin Mermaid Blue Cornucopia Candlesticks
Below left: #950 Cornucopia Candlesticks with Wistaria etching. Notice, the pattern is reversed on the one on the right.
Below right: Rose Satin San Toy #107 plate
Bottom left: Carnival Glass variant of a variant; Orange Tree pattern bowl - just tree trunk, no scales
Bottom right: Crystal satin Ming pattern etched Plymouth #1620 pilsners
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Tales from Kriner's Korner
By Carolyn Kriner
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Fenton for LG Wright, 14-in. Cranberry Opalescent Daisy and Fern luster, with a pie crust crimp.
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The Stretch Glass Society Stretch-Out Discussion
Stretch-Out Calls are the 2nd Thursday of the month at 8 pm Eastern, 7 Central, 6 Mountain, 5 Pacific
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Blast From the Past Fenton Colors (1970-1995)
By Richard Karman
The color code BD was used three times during this 25 year period.
Right: Leaf Decorated Burmese - this is a decal decoration (1/1970 - 6/1972)
Below: Blue Dogwod - four petal and five petal (1/1980-5/1982)
The last time it was used was for the Christmas offering "The Chickadee Ballet", part of the Birds of Winter #2 series.
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A Tribute to Bill McGinnis
By Millie Coty
William R. McGinnis, of Ligonier, PA, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2017, at the age of 82.
He and Martha (his wife of 62 years) enjoyed collecting Burmese, Family Signature and Connoisseur pieces, and items decorated by Louise Piper and Frances Burton.
Bill was the 5th NFGS President (2001 - 2006) holding membership #1201. He and Martha were Convention Chairs from 2000 through 2006.
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Another Fenton Gem
By Doug McIntosh
This Tangerine Stretch #1530 12-inch swung ring vase meets the definition of a Fenton Gem. It was purchased from the Stretch Glass Society auction.
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Only in Williamstown
By Millie Coty
Basket Weave with Open Edge pattern, in Cameo Opalescent, produced from 1926 to 1927.
The mini vase measures 3" tall, 3.5" across the top, and 1.875" across the base.
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Items For Sale
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A 2007 Catalog, a Birthston Bear dealers label, and a Fenton Art Glass Company sun visor. See page 10 of The Fenton Flyer for details.
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Wisteria Opalescent Dancing Ladies
By Millie Coty
Read about the bonbons on page 12 of The Fenton Flyer.
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The bonbon size for Bowl #2 is 6" tall by 9" x 9" wide.
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The bonbon size for Bowl # 1 is 5" tall by 11" x 8" wide.
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Louise Piper
(from a Fenton Art Glass publication)
Born in Irwin, PA, in 1908, Louise Piper was just 13 years old when she began working part-time at the Jeanette Shade and Novelty Co. In the 1960s, Fenton decided to open a decorating department. Tony Rosena recommended Louise and she began working at Fenton in April, 1968. She retired from Fenton in 1989 at age 81. She passed away in 1995. Her hand-painted pieces are highly collectible.
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Sad Day
By Becki Ann Selby
Seeing the fence around the Fenton Art Glass Company makes one realize nothing lasts forever. The memories made, the treasures found, and the people we met all because we walked through those doors. A sad time indeed!
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Kiss My Fenton Glass for Sale or Trade--why use eBay?
By Doug McIntosh
Right:12-inch Murphy/Bomkamp cameo vase,'Sail Away'design; $800; 1 bidder
Row 2 left: Red Carnival 9.5-inch bowl in the Vingage pattern; $847; 54 bids; 11 bidders
Row 2 right: Peach Opalescent Carnival Dragon and Lotus 9.125-inch bowl; $1325; 49 bids; 6 bidders
Row 3 left: Marigold Carnival Dragon and Lotus 9.25-inch plate; $1325; 42 bids; 9 bidders
Row 3 right: Blue Carnival 1911 Atlantic City Elks 7.5-inch plate; $760; 36 bids; 7 bidders
(Both Dragon and Lotus pieces sold for $1350.)
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2018 NFGS Convention
July 28, 29, & 30
Fenton - Fellowship - Fun
Exclusive Glass * Seminars * Auctions Banquet * Bingo * Glass Displays Consignment Auction * Dinner Cruise
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Stretch Glass Society Convention
July 25 - 27, 2017
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Member_Appl_2017.pdf [56.09K]
