Original Message:   "Edo Glass" vs. "Meiji Glass"

Years ago and from time to time, usage of the word "Latticino" (instead of the correct term "Filigrana") has been a point of contention among glass bead historians. Latticino won. Filigrana was abandoned. From recent research, I find that the term "Edo Glass," referring to Antique Japanese glass beads with latticino and other fancy lamp work canes, has become widely accepted by bead collectors. There are many terms commonly used in the bead world which are being used incorrectly. And, until a bead dictionary is published, we will not have a common point of reference. Meanwhile, if I say "Latticino" you know what I am talking about. If I say "Edo Beads" you know what I am talking about. And, when called upon to teach, I will tell people: "Except for ojime, so called 'Edo beads' were made during the Meiji Era." Copyright 2024 All rights reserved by Bead Collector Network and its users

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