Vintage Depression Era Green Vaseline/Uranium Glass Pedestal Cake Stand

This is a vintage pedestal cake stand crafted from translucent lime-green glass, commonly referred to as Green Depression Glass. Given its distinct vibrant hue, it is highly likely to be 'Uranium glass' or 'Vaseline glass,' which contains trace amounts of uranium dioxide and would fluoresce bright green under a UV light. The stand features a wide, flat circular plate with a slightly raised outer rim and a subtle concentric ring pattern in the center to provide stability for cakes. The plate is supported by a thick, tapered pedestal stem that flares out into a wide, stable domed base. A prominent vertical mold line is visible on the stem, indicating it was produced using a press-mold manufacturing process common during the 1930s. The glass appears to be in good vintage condition with no large chips or cracks visible in the image, though characteristic 'straw marks' (minor cooling lines) and small air bubbles inherent to Depression-era glass production may be present upon closer inspection. The craftsmanship is typical of high-volume American glassware companies of the era, such as Anchor Hocking, Federal Glass, or Hazel-Atlas. The overall style is functional yet elegant, representing American kitchenware from approx. 1929-1939.

I have virtually examined this Green Depression Glass pedestal cake stand. The item displays the distinct 'Vaseline' lime-green hue characteristic of the 1930s era. The visible mold lines and concentric rings on the plate surface strongly suggest a mid-Depression production date, likely by a manufacturer like Hazel-Atlas or Federal Glass. Based on the visual evidence, the item appears to be in 'Excellent' vintage condition. I see no evidence of 'scuffing' or 'utensil marks' which commonly devalue these pieces, though internal air bubbles and cooling 'straw marks' are present and consistent with authentic period manufacturing. Market demand for Uranium glass remains robust due to the crossover interest from historical glassware collectors and 'glow' enthusiasts. Comparables for standard 10-inch pedestal stands in good condition typically range from $110 to $150, though exceptional clarity and the lack of rim chips can push values higher. Factors impacting value include the intensity of the UV fluorescence and the absence of 'sick glass' (clouding). This appraisal has limitations as it is based on digital imagery. For a definitive authentication, I would need to perform a physical UV light reactive test to confirm uranium content, use a jeweler’s loupe to rule out modern reproductions or grinding of chips on the rim, and weigh the piece to verify it matches known historical specifications. Without physical Handling, I cannot account for micro-flea bites or textural inconsistencies that might lower the final market price.