Carnival glass is a beautiful and unique type of glassware that was popular in the early 1900s. Today, it is highly sought-after by collectors and can be quite valuable. But there’s a lot of Carnival glass out there. Tons and tons of it. Most of it is only worth around $20 to $200.
One of the most important factors is the condition of the piece. Carnival glass that is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks will be worth more. This is rare. They are, after all, glass pieces that could be 100 years old. The color of the glass also plays a role in value. Pieces that are a deep, rich color will be worth more.
The type of carnival glass also affects value. Some of the most valuable pieces are those that were made by well-known manufacturers such as Fenton or Northwood. Pieces that are rare or one-of-a-kind will also be worth more. And generally the older the piece is, the more it’s worth. Collectors want to see “early” carnival glass pieces.
Of course, appearance also does matter. A particularly beautiful piece is likely to fetch more, although we can see with the Cleveland Memorial Souvenir Ashtray that isn’t always true.
