Hi Alan!

I had a few suggestions for some new topics for the Gazette in case that gave you some ideas to spice things up (so to speak). I don’t know if others might find these interesting as well.

1/ I love to hear “origin stories” — how people found their way to know about Steuben, or to begin collecting it. Perhaps we could ask some people to write a short paragraph or two to share their experience, and publish them over time?

2/ I also love to see items from people’s collections. Perhaps a photo or a favorite piece (doesn’t need to be rare) but a story of why that is a personal favorite?

3/ Member introductions — This idea might be a dud, but perhaps in conjunction with #1 or #2 above we can get to know a little bit more about our fellow club members (outside of the glass).

4/ Line drawing hunting — I have a few pieces where I am quite certain they are Steuben, but I can’t find an exact match in the line drawings. Would it be appropriate to get opinions?

If all of these have already been well-traversed or are just terrible ideas then please feel free to ignore. I know you are doing well!

Regards,

Cheryl Dartt

Looking For a Stopper

Several weeks ago I bid and won a cologne 1455, clear with silver overlay but no stopper. Is there a place where I could find a silver overlay flame stopper to adorn my $2.00 purchase? John Styler

Pictured–Silver Overlay Cologne Shape #1455 with Flame Stopper

Thank You Notes

Alan,

What a wonderful story from Jennifer Schusler. Her father is a man who knows how to give a thoughtful and meaningful gift to his wife. Kudos!! Thank you again for sharing those lovely pieces.

Mark Chamovitz

Thank you, as always, for sharing such detailed and descriptive answers!

Helaine Fendelman