Vintage Depression Era Glassware Makers Volume I: Who is Anchor Hocking? Some of you, like myself, may love Depression Era glassware while some may not have heard of this type of glass. I'm going to give you some insight into some of the glass makers and companies involved in manufacturing such magnificent dishes and glass. There will be several volumes over the next few weeks. My goal with these blog volumes is for us to gain knowledge together about vintage years past and step into the Depression Era with you. So, without further adieu, let's begin. Who is Anchor Hocking? Anchor Hocking was a prominent depression glass manufacturing company in the 1900's. Founded by Isaac Jacob in 1905, the company was based in Lancaster, OH and named after the Hocking River. Anchor Hocking stood alone from 1905 until 1937 when a merger took place with AnchorCap & Closure Corporations. AnchorCap & Closure owned a facility in Salem, NJ that was origin
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