Pattern:Avocado Depression Glass
- also known as Sweet Pear
Manufacturer:
Indiana Glass Company
Dates Manufactured:
1923 to 1933
Colors:
Pink, Green and Crystal (clear). In the 1970s it was also made in
pink, frosted pink, yellow, blue, red, amethyst, dark green and frosted
green. The 70s pink is a warmer (with a hint of amber or orange) than
the original pink.
This is considered the first Depression Glass pattern manufactured.
It also had a very long production time (10 years) compared with other
patterns.
Bowls, plates and sherbet dishes are fairly easy to find. The
pitcher is very rare and when found commands very high prices.
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