Overview
This is a classic set of American pressed glass in the iconic 'Diamond Point' pattern, characterized by its deep, geometric facets that mimic the look of expensive hand-cut crystal.
Preliminary identification
Indiana Glass 'Diamond Point' Punch Bowl and Pitcher, c. 1965-1970s
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
Post-war American social life in the 1960s revolved around the art of the 'hostess,' where a well-set table was a point of immense pride. The Indiana Glass Company capitalized on this trend by creating high-impact patterns like Diamond Point that looked…
Maker / Origin
The Indiana Glass Company, founded in 1907, was a titan of the American glass industry for nearly a century. Operating out of Dunkirk, Indiana, they became famous for their 'Depression Glass' and…
Condition & Value
The glass appears clear and free of the 'cloudiness' often caused by automatic dishwashers. The facets should be checked for small nicks or 'flea bites,' which are common on these heavy pieces. The presence of a plastic ladle suggests the original glass ladle may have been lost or broken over the years.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
SOLD
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
SOLD
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
SOLD
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
SOLD
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375
SOLD