Diamonds in the China Cabinet . LindaJo Hare presents American Brilliant cut glass (1876 to 1920) and covers some background information on the dining style of the day, characteristics of this kind of antique glass, how it was made, patents, how it was cut and polished, how the designs changed in response to popular trends, and how to care for this kind of antique glass.

Please feel free to bring a piece of cut glass for display and discussion during the program.