The History of Carnival Glass

Carnival Glass was mainly produced in America from 1910-1930.  

In the 1880's iridescent glass was already being manufactured by Tiffany but was too expensive for most consumers.

Then in the late 1880’s pressed glass was introduced into the United States. This enabled manufacturers to lower costs and produce iridescent glass which was more affordable to consumers.

Then, in 1907, iridescent glass was first sold by The Fenton Art Glass Company. In the years to come, other pressed patterns were manufactured by Northwood Glass Company, Imperial Glass Company and companies such as Dugan and Millersburg.
 

Did You Know?

Carnival Glass was originally known as Iridill.
With multiple manufacturers, the prices were slashed and as a result carnivals bought large quantities to give away as prizes. So it became known as carnival glass.