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This style of coin dot opalescent glass vase was popularized by American glassmakers in the mid-20th century, particularly by the Fenton Art Glass Company. The technique involves creating raised white dots on colored glass, achieved through a specialized process where the glass is heated and manipulated to create the opalescent effect. The ruffled edge and handcrafted nature of these pieces made them highly desirable decorative items during the 1940s-1960s.
Coin dot opalescent glass remains highly collectible among vintage glassware enthusiasts and Fenton collectors specifically. The purple or violet color is considered one of the more desirable and rarer color variations in the coin dot pattern. The ruffled form and opalescent dots create an eye-catching display piece that appeals to both glass collectors and those interested in vintage home decor.
This gorgeous piece is in excellent preowned condition with 2 minor makers defects, shown in last 2 photos, which do not noticeably detract from the piece. Please inspect photos closely and consider them a part of the description.