If you collect or want to learn more about depression glass then this is the reference bible for you: Collector’s Encyclopeida of Depression Glass 19th edition. It’s by Cathy and Gene Florence. And sadly, this will be the last edition by this husband and wife team.

Cathy and Gene Florence have collected, studied, and written about depression glass for nearly 40 years. They certainly know their subject and have been so generous in sharing their knowledge over the years. This is a beautiful book. Over 200 pages of color photographs and chock-full of information.

I first became interested in depression glass earlier this year. My mom’s grandmother left her a few pieces. Not knowing a thing about it I asked a sales clerk at a local antique shop what book she could recommend. Without hesitation she mentioned, “the Florence book.”

You can order the book directly from the publisher by clicking here.