Q: This is a photo of a Carnival glass berry bowl that I recently purchased. It is marigold in color. There is a fire pattern in it. It measures 9 inches in diameter and 3 inches deep. The bowl is decorated with hob stars, arches and flowers, and it has a sawtooth edge. There are no chips or cracks; it is in perfect condition. I believe my bowl is close to 100 years old. I paid less than $10 and think I got a really good deal.

What can you can tell me about it maker, vintage and value?

A: Your carnival glass berry bowl was made between the early 1900s and 1920. It may have been part of a set that included the master bowl and matching berry serving bowls. It was inspired by the expensive, iridescent blown glass made by Tiffany and Co. Metallic salts added to the firing process gave Carnival glass its shiny, iridescent appearance. It was affordable for the average consumer and available in marigold, amethyst, red, amber and blue-green colors. Imperial Glass Co., Northwood Glass Co. and Fenton Art Glass Co. were a few of the manufacturers of Carnival glass. Some of the patterns are similar to cut-glass designs that were popular at the time. Without a mark on the glass or a label it can be difficult to identify the maker.

You did get a really good deal, but values for Carnival glass have diminished since 2008. Your circa-1920 berry bowl would probably be worth $25 to $50.

Q: Around 10 years ago, I bought an Arts and Crafts pottery vase at an antiques shop. I have drawn the mark that is on the bottom. It is decorated with a dark-green matte glaze that is mottled with a darker green color. The height is approximately 6 inches. On either side of the top of the vase are geometric-shaped handles. If I remember correctly the antiques dealer said the vase was decorated with a crystalline glaze.

I don't remember how much I paid at the time and would like to know its current value, along with any other pertinent information.

A: You have a wonderful example of an Arts and Crafts pottery vase made by Fulper Pottery Co. Fulper was founded in Flemington, New Jersey, in 1899 by William Hill Fulper II. From 1804 to 1930 it produced the Vasekraft line, an arts and crafts line.

Your Vasekraft vase was made around 1922 and would probably be worth $225 to $275.

Carnival glass was made in the early 1900s.

Fulper Pottery Co. was founded in 1899.

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