{"product_id":"vintage-heisey-moongleam-green-uranium-vaseline-glass-mixing-bowl-depression-era","title":"Vintage Hocking Glass Co HGCO Mark Green Uranium Vaseline Depression Mixing Bowl","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a beautiful vintage mixing or serving bowl from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHocking Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Company, featuring a soft, translucent pastel green that contains uranium oxide, causing it to fluoresce a vibrant neon green under blacklight (as shown in the photos). The bowl has a simple, elegant design typical of Depression-era kitchenware: smooth, unpatterned sides with a gently flared rim for easy pouring and handling, and a flat base for stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The bowl exhibits a classic Depression-era design with a smooth, plain surface, no decorative patterns or etchings, and a gently rolled rim for easy handling. It measures 3.5 inches in height and 8.75 inches in diameter at the top, making it a versatile piece suitable for kitchen use, as a console bowl, or as a decorative centerpiece. Under normal lighting, it appears as a translucent light green, but it transforms into a vibrant neon glow under UV light, confirming its uranium content (a hallmark of authentic Vaseline glass produced before World War II). The base is flat with a manufacturing mark in the center, for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHocking Glass Company\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"\u003eMaker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"\u003e: Hocking Glass Company (pre- or early Anchor Hocking era).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"\u003eAge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"\u003e: Circa 1930s (likely late 1920s–mid-1930s for the color\/mark combo; some extend into early 1940s post-merger, but the \"HGCO\" style points earlier).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"\u003eForm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"\u003e: Plain Depression-era mixing\/utility bowl (smooth sides, flared rim, flat base—no heavy patterns).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUranium glass (also called Vaseline glass), containing a small percentage of uranium dioxide for coloration and fluorescence. The glass is translucent with a glossy finish; safe for decorative use (uranium levels are low and non-hazardous for handling, though not recommended for food storage due to age).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, hairlines, or repairs visible. Minor surface scratches and bubbles consistent with age and hand-blown manufacturing techniques. The rim is smooth and intact, with no signs of wear from utensils. Overall, well-preserved and ready for display or light use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eItem dimensions: 3.5\" tall × 8.75\" diameter  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eWeight of item: 2 lb 6 oz \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Light and Legacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42777957761067,"sku":"384","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/5379\/5371\/files\/20260113_135059.jpg?v=1769040209","url":"https:\/\/thelightandlegacy.com\/products\/vintage-heisey-moongleam-green-uranium-vaseline-glass-mixing-bowl-depression-era","provider":"Light and Legacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}