Vintage Uranium Glass Sugar Bowl with Lid - Green UV Pressed Glass

Sugar bowl with lid made of translucent green uranium glass. This item is a representative example of mid-20th-century pressed glass production, characterized by its reactivity to ultraviolet light.

Object History: Uranium glass, also known as Vaseline Glass in its yellower variants, gained great popularity in the first half of the 20th century. The inclusion of small amounts of uranium oxide in the glass mixture provides that vibrant green color that emits intense neon green fluorescence under UV light. After World War II, the use of uranium for civilian purposes was severely restricted, making these pieces limited collector's items.

Technical Details:
- Period: 1940s
- Technique: Pressed glass with faceted ribbed design
- Height: 13.5 cm (5.3 inches) with lid
- Diameter: 10.5 cm (4.1 inches)
- Material: Uranium glass
- Condition: Excellent preservation. The glass maintains its original transparency without signs of devitrification. No visible chips or cracks on the edges of the lid or base.

Collection Value: Ideal for cabinets of curiosities, Depression Glass collectors, or technical decoration with UV lighting. A complete piece with its original lid is difficult to find in this state of integrity.