Sun Purple or Desert Glass Candy Dish Elegant Glass by Imperial Circa 1901-1914

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Imperial Sun Purple Glass Candy by Imperial (Imperial was in business from 1901 and Sun Purple Glass was made til … Read more Imperial Sun Purple Glass Candy by Imperial (Imperial was in business from 1901 and Sun Purple Glass was made til 1914). Only select pieces of glass made during the years between about 1848 and 1914 will turn a deep purple color, and only after a prolonged exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Because of the age of the glass, the small subset of glass products which used this production technique, and the need for extended exposure to the sun’s light, Purple Sun Colored Antique Glass is a rare and collectible artifact, and fascinating piece of industrial history. Today the supply is extremely limited. Examples that are in good condition are rare. As with all such scarce collectibles, the values continue to appreciate. This piece is very light purple and I think it’s gorgeous. Imperial is elegant glass which is a good quality glass that is all fire polished on all the edges and is more resistant to chipping. I like when things tell their age and this candy dish says it’s over 100 years old. See less