Anchor Hocking Blue and Teal Floral Medallion Glass Storage Bowl

This is a medium-sized, round tempered glass storage or mixing bowl, likely manufactured by Anchor Hocking or a similar mid-market glassware brand. The item is constructed from clear, thick-walled soda-lime glass, featuring a circular footprint with slightly flared sides ending in a smooth, rounded rim. The exterior is decorated with a continuous silk-screened pattern consisting of stylized floral medallions, concentric circles, and geometric scrolls in shades of navy blue and teal green. These medallions feature simple teardrop petals and thin linear detailing consistent with contemporary kitchenware styles from the early 21st century. The bowl measures approximately 6 to 7 inches in diameter. Regarding condition, there is visible wear to the ceramic paint, particularly noticeable as chipping and loss in the large teal circle on the foreground left side. This 'flea-bite' paint loss is common with machine washing or high-frequency use. No major structural cracks or deep chips are visible in the glass itself, though light surface scuffing on the interior base is expected for utilitarian items of this age. The pattern suggests a date of manufacture circa 2005-2015, prioritizing functional durability for residential kitchen use.

I have virtually examined this Anchor Hocking tempered glass bowl featuring blue and teal floral medallions. This item is a contemporary mass-produced utilitarian object, likely manufactured between 2005 and 2015. Based on my visual assessment, the bowl is authentic to the brand’s 'Medallion' line, characterized by its thick soda-lime glass construction and silk-screened enamel pattern. The condition is fair to good; while the glass integrity appears sound without structural cracking, there is significant 'flea-bite' paint loss and visible chipping in the teal enamel, likely caused by mechanical dishwashing or abrasive cleaning. The market for this type of glassware is saturated. Items like these are sold in high volumes at big-box retailers (e.g., Target, Walmart) as part of multi-piece sets. Rarity is non-existent, and demand is strictly utilitarian rather than collectible. Comparable sales on secondary markets (thrift stores/online marketplaces) show individual bowls frequently sell for under ten dollars, often less if part of an incomplete set. The primary factor depressing value is the visible wear to the decorative pattern, which collectors of 'vintage' glass prioritize highly. Limitations of this appraisal include the inability to physically check for micro-fractures, stress points in the tempered glass, or the presence of an embossed Anchor Hocking maker's mark on the base. For a definitive authentication, I would require an in-person inspection to verify the tactile texture of the enamel and examine the base for manufacturer stamps or model numbers. No scientific testing is required as this is a modern household item with no significant historical or investment value.