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What does real mercury glass look like?
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To tell if mercury glass is real, look for double glass walls that have a silvering solution poured in between to create a mottled effect. Shop a large collection of Mercury glass items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Antique Mercury Glass on 1stDibs
Extensive Collection of Early Mercury Glass
Located in Buchanan, MI
Extensive collection of early mercury glass.
Category
Antique 19th Century European Glass
Materials
Mercury Glass
$500 / item
Antique Wicker Mercury Glass Thermos Pitcher
Located in New York, NY
An antique wicker and mercury glass thermos pitcher, circa early-20th century, China. Beautiful
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Pitchers
Materials
Wicker, Mercury Glass
Single Mercury Glass Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A single French 1920s mercury glass table lamp with silver metal bases.
Measurements:
Height 18".
Category
Vintage 1920s French Table Lamps
Materials
Mercury Glass
Gold Mercury Glass Candleholder
Located in Troy, MI
Gold tone swirled texture mercury glass candlestick. Two this shape and size are available. Sold
Category
Antique 19th Century English Candle Holders
Materials
Mercury Glass
French Mercury Glass Cup
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French etched and mercury glass cup with foliage details.
Measurements:
Height
Category
Vintage 1920s French Vases
Materials
Mercury Glass
$1,200
Pair of Mercury Glass Vases
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's French etched mercury glass vases. Sold as pair.
Measurements:
Height: 12.5
Category
Vintage 1920s French Vases
Materials
Mercury Glass, Blown Glass
$2,200 / set