The yellow or yellow-green, greasy appearance of petroleum jelly gives Vaseline glass its name. Its color comes from a small amount of uranium oxide content. This type of glass, according to Sue C.

VASELINE Glass was primarily made before WWII and one of the primary ingredients was uranium. Under an ultra-violet lamp, vaseline glass will glow. The high energy emissions of electrons from the UV ...

WHILE VASELINE GLASS may have a rather unappealing name, the antique tableware—distinguished by its radiant yellow-green hue—is anything but. Typically seen in the form of Victorian-style bowls, ...

We love artwork made with innovative materials — but sometimes, it can go too far. This Victorian-era glassware, made with uranium to make it glow, is definitely in that category. Today, the glow of ...

Some collectors enjoy finding Vaseline glass pieces for their novelty, others enjoy the glass for its unique beauty and coloration. Betsy Briley was attracted to collecting Vaseline glass many years ...