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Pressed glass footed candy dish in the style of Tiara Exclusives 'Honey Bee'

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AI Estimated Value

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$25.00 - $45.00

AI estimate as of July 5, 2026 · verify with a professional before acting

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AI Item Analysis

This item appears to be a lidded candy dish or compote crafted from deep amethyst or purple pressed glass. The body and lid feature a repeating geometric raised pattern of interconnected triangles and diamond facets, creating a textured surface that reflects light. The vessel sits on a short pedestal with a flared, fluted round foot. The lid is finished with a tiered, hexagonal or multi-sided finial. Stylistically, the pattern and color are consistent with works produced by companies like Indiana Glass for Tiara Exclusives, specifically the 'Honey Bee' or 'Diamond Point' lines, which were popular mid-to-late 20th-century collectibles. No maker's marks or signatures are visible in the image to provide a firm attribution, so this identification is based on visual patterns alone. The glass appears to be in good condition, though it is currently secured with clear plastic wrap, which may obscure fine surface scratches. The color is deep and saturated, characteristic of 'Amethyst' glass offerings from that era.

AI Appraisal Report

Based on my visual analysis of the provided image, I have examined this lidded candy dish characterized by its deep amethyst color and geometric pressed-glass pattern. From what I can see, the item features a textured surface and finial consistent with the 'Honey Bee' or 'Diamond Point' patterns produced mid-century. While the color and form suggest it may be a product of Indiana Glass for Tiara Exclusives, I cannot verify this attribution through a photo alone. The absence of visible marks means this identification must remain a working hypothesis. The current presence of protective wrap also prevents me from checking for fine scratches, chips, or internal stress fractures. The estimated range of $25.00 to $45.00 is based on the assumption that this is a period-correct piece of Tiara Exclusives glassware in excellent condition. The market for mid-century pressed glass remains steady among nostalgic collectors, though values stay relatively modest due to the high volume of production during that era. If this item were to be a later reproduction or a similar pattern by a less-collected manufacturer, the value would likely decrease toward the $10.00 to $15.00 range. Conversely, if it is a rarer color variant or part of a specific limited run, it might reach the higher end of my estimate. To move beyond this hypothesis, a physical inspection by a glass expert would be required to evaluate the weight, clarity, and specific mold details of the glass. The lack of provenance documentation or maker marks makes it necessary to treat this as an 'in the style of' piece unless further technical analysis or historical documentation can support the Tiara Exclusives attribution.

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