Glossary of Glass Terms

Knowing the terms and jargon of glassmaking and glass collecting can take years to learn.

The Just Glass Online glossary is a great reference to help you understand glass industry nomenclature and common glass collector’s terminology [...]

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Milk Glass

Named for its milky white coloration, milk glass pieces are a favorite collector’s category.

Derived from porcelain production techniques, milk glass became popular since pieces could be made far more affordable than porcelain.

Milk glass actually can be found in a variety of colors, but the milky appearance will distinguish it from other types of glass collectibles [...]

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