> Through the looking glass : stuart crystal collecting ,including reference links and pictures

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I have written this blog mainly through my interest of Stuart crystal. After being at home with my daughter I started to use my computer more often and I started selling my stuff on eBay which lead me to buying Stuart crystal from the art deco period with the Stratford rings. After searching the web for more information on this style I found there is not much information around. So I started to write this site which includes pictures of my collection and some of my other interests. As I collect more I will be adding other pictures as well (I'm sure other designs will creep in).

I have had several questions regarding the value of Stuart Crystal glasses, I'm sorry I am unable to give valuations as I am a private collector, and I do not have that knowlege. I have picked Stuart glasses up from as little as 20p up to a few pounds So they are worth whatever people are prepared to pay!

So I hope you enjoy reading my site, find some of my posts interesting and the pictures are a useful reference.

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MY REFERENCE LINKS ON STUART CRYSTAL

Thursday, October 25, 2007

I have compiled this list of links to give you information on Stuart Crystal all in one place so they can be used for reference. I hope they are useful and save you time searching for them yourself.
They include History, Redhouse glassworks, designs/patterns and Stuart Crystal marks.
If I find anymore sites that may be helpful I will add them to my list.
HISTORY

Britians finest
http://www.britainsfinest.co.uk/attractions/attractions.cfm/searchazref/80001323STUA
Style & design
http://www.stylendesign.co.uk/guidepages/estoz1.html
Waterford Wedgwood
http://www.waterfordwedgwood.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=24&Itemid=46
Tableware today
http://www.tablewaretoday.com/Stuart-B.htm
Great Glass
http://www.great-glass.co.uk/glass%20notes/mans-s.htm

PATTERNS AND DESIGNS

Great glass photo library
http://www.great-glass.co.uk/library/lib2ab.htm
Discontinued Designs
http://www.discontinueddesigns.co.uk/category.aspx?categoryid=5
Replacements LTD.
http://www.replacements.com/crystal/STU.htm#1
Titanic mementos
http://www.titanicmementos.co.uk/Crystal%20Page.htm

STUART CRYSTAL MARKS

Style & Design
http://www.stylendesign.co.uk/guidepages/markssktosz.html
Great Glass
http://www.great-glass.co.uk/glass%20notes/markn-s.htm







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PICTURES OF STUART CRYSTAL MARKS FROM MY OWN COLLECTION



These photographs of Stuart crystal marks were taken from my own collection, Marks are acid etched, and are usually found on the base. These styles of marks were introduced around the 1920's.



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STUART CRYSTAL REGISTERED NUMBERS AND DATES

Reg No.MakerDates
185803Stuart & Sons04/01/1892
486685Stuart & Sons08/08/1906
534388 Stuart & Sons Ltd16/12/1908
556784Stuart & Sons Ltd04/02/1910
580798Stuart & Sons Ltd22/03/1911
599115Stuart & Sons Ltd01/04/1912
637674-5Stuart & Sons Ltd28/05/1914
639278Stuart & Sons Ltd02/07/1914
659164Stuart & Sons Ltd16/01/1917
665647Stuart & Sons Ltd14/11/1918
669086Stuart & Sons Ltd16/05/1919
671274Stuart & Sons Ltd04/09/1919
674296Stuart & Sons Ltd31/01/1920
681268-70Stuart & Sons Ltd21/02/1921
681307-11Stuart & Sons Ltd22/02/1921
681614-6Stuart & Sons Ltd10/03/1921
681649-52Stuart & Sons Ltd12/03/1921
681850Stuart & Sons Ltd22/03/1921
682563Stuart & Sons Ltd29/04/1921
682592-3Stuart & Sons Ltd02/05/1921
688177Stuart & Sons Ltd15/02/1922
689023Stuart & Sons Ltd16/03/1922
692376Stuart & Sons Ltd22/08/1922
719536-9Stuart & Sons Ltd09/03/1926
726223Stuart & Sons Ltd23/12/1926
726486Stuart & Sons Ltd11/01/1927
730887Stuart & Sons Ltd16/07/1927
753800Stuart & Sons Ltd09/04/1930
754706-7Stuart & Sons Ltd16/05/1930
761971-8Stuart & Sons Ltd18/02/1931
764703-4Stuart & Sons Ltd01/06/1931
788971Stuart & Sons Ltd30/12/1933
797072Stuart & Sons Ltd12/10/1934
813473Stuart & Sons Ltd30/06/1936
825662Stuart & Sons Ltd26/01/1938
833871Stuart & Sons Ltd06/03/1939

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS I HAVE GIVEN

QUESTION

I am looking at purchasing a tall diamond cut lemonade jug.
I am a bit concerned that the jug-only available-has no "Stuart" marking on it. The dealer assures me that this is common.
Could you please advise me if this is the case.
Best wishes from Australia.
Rhonda.

ANSWER

Hi, Rhonda yes this is common some Stuart items do not have a mark on them. From what I have learned if there is not a mark it is usually because the item of glassware is second grade (i.e there is a slight flaw) If you examine the item there my be mark or bubbles in the crystal or the pattern may be slightly uneven, but still good enough to sell. Have you checked the pattern is a recognised Stuart pattern? Some of my Stuart pieces do not have the makers mark. I also have a item where the mark is so worn I can only just see the 'S' in certain lights. hope this helps. Loraine.

QUESTION

Hello,
I"m sorry but I could not find your name on your website. Great site by the way. I see that you know your glass, and was wondering if you could tell me, if you have ever seen a piece like mine. I have researched for hours and can not find any info on it. When I enter or look up crystal dish that is the shape of a crown I get the same thing everytime. I get the king's crown glass. Would you be so kind to tell me if you have ever seen a dish like mine and tell me who made it. It sure looks like a crown to me. I can not find any makers mark on it. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Regards Cindy

PICTURE BEEN LEFT OUT(PERSONAL PICTURE)

ANSWER

Hi, Cindy, Unfortunatley I havent seen anything like this before, it is a unusual piece, I have had a look at the sites I use for reference and found nothing to indicate who made it or as you say when you look in search it does only come up with The king's crown glass.
This site may be of use to you you can post your picture and hopefully get a response. http://www.glassmessages.com/
If you dont mind I will keep your email so if I come across anything like it I can let you know.
Sorry I couldnt help you.
Regards Loraine.

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