Zipper Loop, Imperial   Updated 6/3/2007    More

Zipper Loop is the most widely available oil lamp in classic Carnival Glass. It is found in marigold and smoke in a variety of base diameters, heights, and base sizes ranging from 4 inches to 6 1/2 inches. Size seems to make little difference in value. Collectors appear to choose lamps with better iridescence regardless of size. The finger lamps, shown at left in photo, are particularly desirable. Zipper Loop was reissued by Imperial in both marigold and smoke, with the IG mark part way up the inside of the base.

Lamps, small, 7 1/4 inch tall, 4-inch base

Marigold, 300, 325, 375, 400 (all 2006), 200 (2007)

Smoke, 400 (2006)

Lamps, standard

Marigold, 250, 285, 475, 600 (all 2004), 475 (2005),
   275, 300, 325, 350, 400, 500 (all 2006),
   200, 210, 225 (all 2007)

Marigold, 11 1/8 inch tall, 6 inch base, 850 (2006)

Smoke, 750, 1,200 (both 2003), 675 (2005),
   350, 700 (both 2006), 400, 625 (both 2007)

Lamps, finger

Marigold, 325, 1,050, 1,200, 1,500, 1,600 (all 2003),
   750, 1,500 (both 2005), 700, 750 (both 2006),
   625, 700 (both 2007)

Marigold, 4 1/8-inch base, 850 (2006)

Smoke, 2,400 (1996), 2,200 (2003), 1,200 (2006)