Close up of colored glass dishes - Adrienne Bresnahan/Getty Images It's almost impossible not to run straight over to the glass items at a flea market, thrift store, or estate sale. The glittering ...

I’ve always been fascinated by Depression glass, not just for its history but for its colorful charm. Collecting these pieces can feel like hunting for small treasures from the past, each color ...

Q: I'm not into antiques or collecting, but this bowl and candlesticks were wedding gifts to my parents in 1916. Mother told me the gold was 24 karat. Any info? — Ken, Richmond, Va. A: Many are drawn ...