Vtg-Antique Mercury Glass Bead Garland Multi Sizes,Colors & Shapes 18' or 216"

Description: #6 For your consideration is an exquisite Mercury Glass Tree Garland which is slightly over 18 feet stretching an ample or 214 inches, making it an exception value to decorate a full size tree. This blown glass garland is a splendid addition to your Christmas décor, offering a multicolored beads in shades of red, pink and lavender, highlighted with chartreuse, in an array of shapes that will beautifully adorn your tree or mantel. Crafted from mercury glass, a material that exudes another worldly sparkle, this garland is a testament to the craftsmanship of the 1920s to 1949 era and fifties. Its festive hues and intricate designs evoke the elegance of bygone celebrations, making it a timeless piece for your holiday collection.Thank you for viewing this listing. I will be listing a large variety of these garlands shortly. About these garlands:Old mercury glass Christmas tree garlands originated in the mid-19th century, with the technique of "mercury silvering" glass becoming popular in regions like Bohemia (now Czech Republic) and Germany, where artisans created glass beads and garlands with a reflective, mirror-like finish using mercury, offering a more affordable alternative to pure silver; this style of decoration gained significant popularity for Christmas trees throughout the 20th century, particularly in the 1930s when mercury glass ornaments and garlands became widely produced and sought after for their shimmering aesthetic.Key points about mercury glass Christmas garlands:Origin:The technique of mercury glass production began around the 1840s in Europe, primarily in Germany and Bohemia. Appearance:Mercury glass has a distinctive reflective, silver-like finish due to the mercury silvering process applied to the glass. Popularity surge:The 1930s saw a peak in the production and usage of mercury glass Christmas ornaments and garlands, with manufacturers creating various shapes and designs. Manufacturing centers:Germany was a major producer of high-quality mercury glass garlands, though Japan also started manufacturing them in significant quantities later on. Vintage appeal:Today, old mercury glass garlands are highly sought after by collectors due to their unique vintage aesthetic and the nostalgic quality they bring to holiday decorations. The History Behind Vintage Christmas Ornaments - House BeautifulThank your for viewing this listing

Price: 180 USD

Location: Waianae, Hawaii

End Time: 2025-02-08T08:31:50.000Z

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