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Gemini said
That is a beautiful find! Based on the distinctive pattern, you’ve got a classic piece of Moon and Star pattern glass.
Given the vibrant green color and the specific ruffled edge, this appears to be an L.E. Smith Glass Company piece, likely their "Green Avocado" or "Olive" pressed glass.
Identification Details
Pattern: Originally known as "Palace," the Moon and Star pattern is one of the most recognizable in American glassware. It features deep "moons" (the large circular indentations) and "stars" (the smaller embossed starbursts within the circles).
Manufacturer: While the pattern originated with Adams & Co. in the 1880s, the pedestal bowl style with the scalloped, ruffled rim seen in your photos was most famously produced by L.E. Smith from the 1940s through the 1970s.
Form: This is a footed compote or candy dish. The ruffled rim gives it a bit more flair than the standard flat-rimmed versions.
What to Look For
To help you determine its value or history for the shop, here are a few things to check:
Glow Test: If you have a blacklight (UV light) handy, give it a shine. Some of these mid-century green glass pieces contain manganese or small amounts of uranium (though usually more common in "Vaseline" or lighter "Pearline" glass) and will glow a bright neon green. Collectors love a "glowie!"
Condition: Check the "stars" for flea bites (tiny chips). Because the pattern is so deep and raised, the points of the stars are often the first place to see wear.
Seams: You’ll notice mold seams on the pedestal; this is normal for pressed glass and helps distinguish it from hand-blown pieces.
Potential Value
In the current vintage market, these L.E. Smith ruffled compotes generally retail between $25 and $45, depending on the size and the local demand for "Mid-Mod" or "Grandmillennial" decor. The green is a very popular "earth tone" right now.
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Title: Emerald Glow: Vintage L.E. Smith Moon & Star Ruffled Compote
Hook
Bring a splash of Mid-Century charm to your home with this stunning "Moon and Star" compote—where vintage heritage meets today’s boldest emerald green trends.
Description
Own a piece of American glass history! This exquisite footed compote, featuring the iconic Moon and Star pattern (originally known as "Palace"), was produced by the L.E. Smith Glass Company during the mid-20th century.
Crafted in a vibrant Emerald Green (often referred to as Avocado or Olive by collectors), this piece stands out with its rare ruffled, scalloped rim, adding a soft, organic touch to the bold, geometric pressed pattern. Whether you're a seasoned glass collector or looking for that perfect "Modern Heritage" statement piece, this dish is ideal for serving holiday candies, holding jewelry, or simply catching the light on a sunny windowsill.
Era: 1960s–1970s
Maker: L.E. Smith Glass Co.
Pattern: Moon and Star
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks.
Style: Mid-Century Modern / Grandmillennial / Modern HeritageA classic piece of  vibrant green color and the specific ruffled edge Moon and Star pattern glass, this appears to be an L.E. Smith Glass Company piece, likely their "Green Avocado" or "Olive" pressed glass.
Identification Details
Pattern: Originally known as "Palace," the Moon and Star pattern is one of the most recognizable in American glassware. It features deep "moons" (the large circular indentations) and "stars" (the smaller embossed starbursts within the circles).
Manufacturer: While the pattern originated with Adams & Co. in the 1880s, the pedestal bowl style with the scalloped, ruffled rim seen in your photos was most famously produced by L.E. Smith from the 1940s through the 1970s.
Form: This is a footed compote or candy dish. The ruffled rim gives it a bit more flair than the standard flat-rimmed versions.