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Blenko mark: John W. Blenko

Mark details

Maker: Blenko →
Period: Undated
Wording: John W. Blenko
Appearance: White script facsimile signature blasted into the bottom of cobalt glass.
Type: sandblasted
Material: glass
Place: Milton, West Virginia, United States

Personal script signature differs from the standard factory name-and-year mark; offered as an optional addition.

1999–2000

A clear label with black outlined hand replaces the white-B/red-dot sticker.

From 2000

An oval silver foil surround distinguishes it from the 1999–2000 clear outlined-hand label.

2002

The factory name is followed by 2002; the larger Richard Blenko signature is a separate addition.