Dogwood Pattern Pink Depression Glass Octagonal Cereal/Dessert Bowl
MacBeth-Evans Glass Company · Kitchenware > Vintage Glassware
Era / Decade
1930s (Produced specifically between 1930 and 1932)
Material
Pink tinted pressed glass (Depression Glass)
Condition
Fair to Good. There is significant surface scratching (utensil marks) visible in the center of the well, and light scuffing on the octagonal rim.
Demand Level
Moderate. Collectors of pink glass are a dedicated niche, but the condition issues (scratches) lower the demand for this specific piece.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
Low: $5.00 | Mid: $10.00 | High: $15.00
Estimated Retail Value
$12.00 - $15.00 (Original 1930s cost was mere cents or given away in cereal boxes)
Comparable Sales
Recent sold listings for Dogwood pink bowls in excellent condition average $14-18. Damaged/scratched individual bowls often sell for under $8 or remain unsold unless bundled.
Description
A beautiful vintage MacBeth-Evans pink depression glass bowl in the 'Dogwood' (Apple Blossom) pattern. Features a distinctive octagonal (8-sided) rim decorated with a textured floral dogwood branch border. The glass has a soft pastel pink hue characteristic of the 1930s era.
Key Features
Highly recognizable pattern (Dogwood/Apple Blossom); authentic 1930s Depression-era production; desirable octagonal shape; attractive 'pink' colorway which remains a favorite among glass collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Pattern detail features the high-relief textured bark and petals typical of MacBeth-Evans. Glass thickness and weight feel appropriate for the era. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Heavy utensil scratching in the center well area. This cannot be polished out of glass. Check the rim for 'flea bites' (tiny chips) which are common in this age of glass but decrease value.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Etsy (for vintage lovers), eBay (reaches widest glass collector base), or a local Antique Mall booth.
Selling Tips
Photograph against a solid white or black background to make the pink pop. Be extremely transparent about the floor scratches in the description. Use keywords like 'Apple Blossom', 'MacBeth Evans' and 'EAPG'. If you have more than one, sell as a set to save on shipping.