Mercury Glass

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Originally produced by Belcher Studios in NJ, this studio was a contemparary of Tiffany Studios. Their process involved a complicated procedure where they actually poured a hot metal matrix in between the pieces.

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It was developed as an alternative to leaded glass, and was wildly popular at that time. Composed of tiny triangles and faceted jewels, it sparkles with color. It has a very jewel like appearance.

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Unfortunately, they are also very fragile, and are difficult to repair. They are quite rare. I had the pleasure of repairing two of them.