Patriotic Motifs in Cut Glass by Jim Miller – A broad range of glass types are discussed here. Eleven B&W photos show examples. Some are a Benjamin Franklin sulphide tumbler by Bakewell, Page & Bakewell, a Hawkes wine glass in the Franklin Roosevelt service and Sandwich Glass decanters engraved for the 1876 Centeninial Celebration.

Genuine Duncan, Part 1 by Leslie Pina – Pina's article, in part, is concerned with the aid developments in a company may have in identifying its wares. Depression Era glass is the focus here. Seven color plates depict some of the patterns covered in the text – Hobnail, Teardrop, Canterbury. In particular, the difficulty distinguishing between Duncan & Tiffin is discussed.

Zelezny Brod Figurines by Robert & Deborah Truitt – The Zelezny Brod Glass School in Czechoslovakia opened in 1920. It is here that the figurines now known as Zeleznyh Brod Figurines originated. The history of the school, its artists, the categories of figurines and separating old from new are surveyed with 11 color plates.

The Other Depression Lace Edge by Johanna S. Billings – Lancaster Glass and Standard Glass can be distinguished from Hocking's Lace Edge. This article explains what to look for and clarifies areas which may obscure identification. Six color plates accompany the text.

Decorated Opal Ware of C.F. Monroe by Richard V. Simpson – Opal glass produced by the C.F. Monroe Company, popular when first introduced, surged in popularity again from the mid-1950s to present. This article pays tribute to designer, artist C.F. Monroe, describing his background, artistry and wares. Ten color plates depict his American Victorian style. Embellishments including the use of Ormolu mountings, wave molding, gold lettering & floral sprays all typical of the era. These are from the company's three principal lines: wave crest, Nakara and Kelva.

Dragon and Lotus Rarities by Richard E. Thorne – All plates in Dragon & Lotus are considered rare which presents a challenge to collectors. Thorne speculates that if red ones exist – never confirmed – it would be highly valuable. As in any discussion of carnival glass, aspects of color predominate in this article. Fenton's Dragon & Lotus have the largest variety of any carnival glass pattern – over 40. Non-iridized pieces and other examples of rare and interesting types are covered. Twelve color plates.

Antiquing Worldwide by Lee Grover – A frequent antiques dealer relates anecdotes from her travels. This is her final article for Glass Collectors Digest. Her enthusiasm and vast knowledge, apparent in all her pieces, will be missed.