Posted 3 years ago
KarenRankin
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uranium addict here, Hi, the first step is admitting you have a problem.
Karen
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Lovely display - so dramatic with the black light. The enamel coffe pot (Georges Briard?) seems out of place though -- the glass knob must glow too?
You're in good company here, with Uranium222's collection! http://www.collectorsweekly.com/user/Uranium222
Thanks, I loved your stuff also. Yes the coffee pot has a uranium lid, but its not original to the pot, but fit well. Yes it is Georges briard. lol I had to look. Your good.
Yes It Caught My Eye ... Beautiful Collection ... I Love The Pedestal Bowl, Any Idea Who Made It, Can't Say I've Seen One Before ... Cheers Mark
I bought a pair of green dragonfish candleholders..do you know anything about them?
Hi, If There The Same As Mine, Shown In The Top Of The Cabinet On "Why I Collect Uranium/Vaseline Glass" Their Made By Portieux/Vallerysthal France ... One Of Mine Has The "P V France" Sticker Still On The Base ... I'm Not Sure When These Were Made But I'm Guessing There Quite Recent ... See Vallerysthal ... http://www.stylendesign.co.uk/guidepages/estoz3.html
Your display is beautiful! I have a small display of vaseline glass( my favorite,
6 sandwich plates and compotes), and I do have 4 black lights and 5 shelves. Do you have any suggestions on types of light bars, and positions?