Rare and elegant, this pair of Heisey Glass Octagon Marigold Glass Bowls are a stunning addition for collectors or enthusiasts of early glassware. These bowls were likely used for serving nuts. As a pair, they hold added value.
The bottom of the bowl is marked with the Heisey Glass Company’s signature diamond-shaped emblem featuring an “H” inside. Because Heisey applied a fire-polished finish to their pieces, the mark may sometimes appear faint. However, with a magnifier, the mark on this bowl is still clearly visible. They display a strong glow under a UV light - see the enclosed photos for a reference.
These Heisey Glass Company Octagon Bowls, likely part of the Moongleam pattern, feature a stunning marigold color, offering a unique variation on Heisey’s traditional designs. Their octagonal shape combined with the marigold finish makes them stand out as rare collectibles.
From the Heisey Glass Museum (https://heiseymuseum.org/heisey-glass-colors/) website: "Marigold - This was a brassy amber gold that was made for a short time. The color was susceptible to cracking as it cooled, creating much waste. Marigold was discontinued after a short period. An experimental color, called Gold, was similar to Marigold. However, when placed under a black light, Marigold glows, while Gold turns to a salmon red."
Our Heisey bowls glow strongly under UV light, so we can say with certainty that these are indeed rare examples of Marigold color.
About Heisey Glass
The A.H. Heisey & Company, founded in 1895 in Newark, Ohio, was synonymous with quality and innovation. Known for their diamond-shaped “H” mark, Heisey produced exceptional glassware that remains highly collectible. The company stopped operations in 1957, after facing competition from mass-produced glassware.
What Made Heisey Unique
• Exceptional Clarity: Heisey glass was praised for its brilliant clarity, rivaling fine crystal.
• Distinctive Marks: They used a diamond-shaped logo with an "H" inside, making their pieces easily identifiable to collectors.
• Wide Range of Patterns: Produced over 100 patterns, including popular designs like Moongleam, Crystolite, and Octagon.
• Innovation: Heisey pioneered the use of fire-polishing, giving their glass a smooth, polished finish.
Did You Know?
• Military Connection: Augustus Heisey was a Civil War veteran, and his experiences likely influenced his strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Color Expertise: While known for clear glass, Heisey developed a range of vibrant colors, including Moongleam (green), Flamingo (pink), Sahara (yellow), and Tangerine (orange). More on Heisey glass colors (https://heiseymuseum.org/heisey-glass-colors/).
• Employee-Led Continuation: After the company closed in 1957, employees formed the Heisey Collectors of America, which established the Heisey Glass Museum in Newark, Ohio, preserving its legacy.
• Animals & Figurines: Heisey became famous for glass animals and figurines, which remain highly collectible.
• Advertising Approach: Heisey marketed their glass as “luxury for the table,” appealing to middle-class households aspiring for elegance.
• Post-Closure Production: The Imperial Glass Corporation bought some of Heisey’s molds and continued to produce certain designs under the Heisey name until the 1980s.
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