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Set vintage drink glasses Finnish glass , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Set vintage drink glasses Finnish glass , 1970s Dimensions: 13,5cm Height 7,5cm Diameter 10cm
Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Vintage Danish Holmegaard Atlantic Beer Glasses, 1960s. Set of 6.
By Holmegaard, Per Lütken
Located in Asaa, DK
vintage drinking glasses from Danish glasswork Holmegaard designed by Per Lütken in 1962. These were only
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Danish Holmegaard Atlantic Port Glasses, 1960s. Set of 6.
By Per Lütken, Holmegaard
Located in Asaa, DK
-blown vintage drinking glasses from Danish glasswork Holmegaard designed by Per Lütken in 1962. These
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Danish Holmegaard Atlantic Snaps Glasses, 1960s. Set of 6
By Per Lütken, Holmegaard
Located in Asaa, DK
vintage drinking glasses from Danish glasswork Holmegaard designed by Per Lütken in 1962. These were only
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Danish Holmegaard Atlantic Red Wine Glasses, 1960s. Set of 6
By Per Lütken, Holmegaard
Located in Asaa, DK
vintage drinking glasses from Danish glasswork Holmegaard designed by Per Lütken in 1962. These were only
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Danish Holmegaard Atlantic White Wine Glasses, 1960s. Set of 6.
By Holmegaard, Per Lütken
Located in Asaa, DK
-blown vintage drinking glasses from Danish glasswork Holmegaard designed by Per Lütken in 1962. These
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

1960s Imperial Shoji Gold Cocktail Glasses, Set of 4 Collectible Barware
By Imperial Glass Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Greek Key. These vintage drinking glasses were manufactured by the Imperial Glass Company in Ohio
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Mid-20th Century American Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 8 Vintage Federal Glass Drinks By Numbers Tom Collins Glasses
By Federal Glass
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 Vintage Federal Glass Drinks By Numbers Coolers. Tall slender glasses with numbers 1-8
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Georges Briard 22k Gold and White Glassware Barware Fish Marine Design Set of 3
By Georges Briard, Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Briard Vintage Drinking Glasses: Timeless Elegance for Discerning Collectors. Indulge in the charm of
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Mid-20th Century American Barware

Materials

Glass

1960s Imperial Glass Shoji Barware Gold Collectible Single High Ball Glassware
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Imperial Shoji gold drinking glasses bar set in in the series "Golden Shoji" glasses. Elegant vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Gold and Turquoise Highball Glasses with 24K Gold Crowns
By Culver Ltd., Georges Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Barware set. Hollywood Regency vintage set of 6 highball tumbler drinking glasses decorated in turquoise
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Glass

Cobalt Blue Drinking Glasses Set of 4 Spiral Tumblers 1980s
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Baccarat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
French Maison Baccarat style. Fabulous hand blown vintage cobalt blue tumblers drinking glasses in
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage American Libbey Gold Drinking Glasses Set of 2 Hollywood Regency Retro
By Libbey Glass Co., George Briard, Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage 1960s Libbey Gold Drinking Highball Glasses. Patriotic Glasses By Libbey featuring images
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Coke Bottle Drinking Glass from Coca-Cola
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Collector's Item for Coke Collectors. Additional information: Materials: Glass Item Type
Category

20th Century Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of Six Vintage 1970s Murano Drinking Glasses
By La Murrina
Located in Palermo, PA
Stunning set of six Murano drinking glasses, each uniquely crafted in a different vibrant color
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Drinking Liquor Shot Glasses Set of 4
By Moser Glassworks
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful Vintage Post Modern liquor Cordial shot drinking crystal glasses set of 4. This set of
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Drinking Murano Crystal Glasses Set of 4
By Murano 5
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Post Modern Murano drinking glasses set of 4. This set of four glasses boasts exquisite
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Brandy Glasses, France, Set 6 Crystal Drinking Glasses
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage Lead Crystal Brandy/Cognac Glasses Set 6 produced in France. Circa 1980s. Embossed
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Vintage 1980s French Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Crystal Footed Drinking Glasses Silver Rimmed Goblets
By Cristal d' Arques 1
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Crystal footed drinking glasses, goblets. Crystal glasses with platinum silver rim
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20th Century French Neoclassical Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 12 Vintage Nordica Series Drinking Glasses with Cardboard Shop Display
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Nordica Series Drinking Glasses with Cardboard Shop Display from Melitta, 1970s, Set
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20th Century German Glass

Materials

Glass

Vintage Drinks by the Numbers Highball Glasses - Set of 8 Numbered Glasses
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 vintage numbered highball cocktail glasses with silvered band. Glasses are 5 1/2" high x 2
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver

Vintage Hazel Atlas Lotus Autumnal Drinking Rock Cocktail Single Glass
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Hazel Atlas Lotus Autumnal drinking replacement rocks cocktail single glass. Vintage Mid
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Set of Six Multicolored Murano Glass Drinking Glasses by Toso, Italy
By Aureliano Toso
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. Made in Murano glass. It is a vintage set, therefore it might show slight
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Murano Glass

Six Lowball Drinking Glasses With Bulls
Located in Clearwater, FL
A set of six vintage lowball drinking glasses with bulls in black. An ideal addition to any bar
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Vintage 1980s American Barware

Materials

Glass

Six Lowball Drinking Glasses With Bulls
Six Lowball Drinking Glasses With Bulls
H 4.25 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Vintage Lemonade Jug, English, Glass, Drinks Pitcher, Serving Ewer, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage lemonade jug. An English, art glass drinks pitcher, dating to the mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage 20th Century Italian Set Of 8 Handmade Drinking Glasses Made In Murano
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Indulge in the refined craftsmanship of this exquisite set featuring 8 handmade Murano drinking
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20th Century Italian Other Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of 6 Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. 'Thumbprint' Drinking Glasses
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of signed drinking glasses. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In the 'Thumbprint
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20th Century Unknown Modern Barware

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Vintage Drinking Set, Borske Sklo Czechoslovakia, 1968
By Borske Sklo National Corporation
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful mid-century modern design set of drinking glasses with a pitcher. Produced in
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

Set of 2 Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. 'Thumbprint' Drinking Glasses
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of signed drinking glasses. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In the 'Thumbprint
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage USA WWII Pinup Girl Victory Drinking Glasses (1942 Set of 8)
Located in San Diego, CA
Complete set of 8 WWII drinking glasses, made by the Philip Ronald Corporation of Chicago, IL in
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Mexican Tumblers Drinking Glasses with a Swirl Band Set of 5 Barware
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of 5 hand-blown vintage tumblers, each a testament to the skill of Mexican glass artists. These
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Organic Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Vito Bari Gold Drinking Glasses Set of 6 Hollywood Regency Retro 1950s
By Culver Ltd., George Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage 1950s Vintage Vito Bari Gold Drinking Highball Glasses. Vintage Vito Bari 24K Gold Plated
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of Four Vintage Drinking Colored Crystal Glasses with Etched Design
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of four vintage whiskey colored glasses, double old fashioned crystal glasses with etched
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of Six Retro Glass Tumblers or Drinking Glasses, circa 1950s
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a good set of six Retro or Vintage glass tumblers or drinking glasses, with a red, white
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Sterling Silver Drinks Tray (1964)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II sterling silver two-handled drinks tray
Category

Vintage 1960s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Georges Briard Gilt Glass Appetizer Dish 1960
By Georges Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
remarkable Georges Briard vintage drinking glasses and relish the opportunity to own a piece of mid-century
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage, Ohio Thermometer Company, Drink Stirrers / Swizzle Sticks
Located in Nantucket, MA
Vintage drink stirrers / swizzle sticks in original box. 8 stirrers made by the Ohio Thermometer
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Georges Briard the Forbidden Fruit Pattern Turquoise and Gold Glasses Set of 2
By Georges Briard, Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Art Deco barware, Fred Press Barware, Culver ltd vintage drinking glasses, Hollywood Regency Barware
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Glass

Georges Briard the Forbidden Fruit Pattern Turquoise and Gold Glasses Set of 6
By Georges Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
style of Gay Fad Vintage Art Deco barware, Fred Press Barware, Culver ltd vintage drinking glasses
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Glass

Handcrafted Double Old-Fashioned Cobalt Blue Set of 6 Glasses 1980s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted Swirl-Infused Old-Fashioned Glasses in Cobalt Blue – Set of 6. These vintage Italian
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Nine Piece Drink Ware Set
Located in Seattle, WA
Features 5 Glasses, 3 Stem Glasses, and a Large Bowl with a Lid. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Glass

Vintage French Metal Drink Caddy with Handle, 1950s
Located in Wilton, CT
This vintage French drink caddy with handle holds 12 glasses and displays beautifully indoors or
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Drinks Tray 251K
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
A circular sterling silver Georg Jensen drinks tray, design #251K by Johan Rohde from circa 1917
Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cobalt Blue Cut to Clear Crystal Drinking Rock Glasses Tumblers Set of 11
By Baccarat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
barware in Baccarat style. Fabulous Baccarat French style vintage cobalt blue tumblers drinking glasses
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Style Georges Briard Milk Glass Tray Dish in Golden Harvest Design 22 K
By Georges Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
vintage drinking glasses are a must-have. Their timeless appeal transcends trends and ensures they remain
Category

Mid-20th Century American Barware

Materials

Milk Glass

Stunning Vintage Webster Wilcox Sterling Silver Plated Wine Drinks Serving Tray
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
. A good looking and highly decorative serving tray which brings a sense of occasion to serving drinks
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Chrome

Very Large vintage Sterling Silver Tray / Salver / Platter 1933 Serving Drinks
By Harrods Ltd (Richard Woodman Burbridge)
Located in London, GB
A magnificent vintage rectangular Sterling Silver Tray with shaped corners and standing on 4 raised
Category

20th Century European Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Tin Centrepiece and Drinking Set by Various Dutch Designers, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage tin centrepiece and drinking set is an original decorative group of different objects
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Tea Sets

Materials

Metal, Tin

Teghini Firenze Small Pear Ice Bucket Brass Aluminium Steel Drinks 1960s Vintage
By Teghini
Located in London, GB
This is a small, pear-shaped ice bucket from the 1960s by Teghini Firenze, a renowned Italian metalwork company known for its elegant mid-century designs. The ice bucket is made of...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass, Steel

Vintage Val St Lambert Crystal Drink Coasters Set of 5 Circus Animals Belgium
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Val St. Lambert Crystal Drink Coasters Set of 5 featuring Circus Animals from Belgium
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Post-Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Mid Century Modern Drinks Trolley Bar Cart Danish Style Vintage Teak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
vintage.
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wine Coolers

Materials

Teak

Fully Restored Vintage Hand Made in France St Hilaire Cocktail Shaker Drink Mix
By Saint Hilaire 1
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this stunning, fully restored, hand made in France by the St Hilaire foundry, cocktail shaker A good looking and well made piece, it is of course a tradi...
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Wine Bottle Coaster, English, Silver Plate, Walnut, Drink Stand, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage wine bottle coaster. An English, silver plate and walnut decorative drink stand
Category

Mid-20th Century British Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Redondo Beach California Tony’s Restaurant Cocktail Glasses 1960s
By Culver Ltd., Fred Press, George Briard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, Bourbon Tumbler, Double Old Fashioned Rocks Glass, Glassware, drinking vintage glasses, Mid century
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Highball Cocktail Glasses Black and Gold by Gurgensen's 1970s
By Gurgensen's, Georges Briard, Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
-century modern vintage collectible drinking glasses signed Gurgensen's circa 1976. Each glass : Size: 5 1
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Chrome and Glass Drinks Trolley
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and well made vintage chrome and glass drinks trolley. This was made in England, it
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Chrome and Glass Drinks Trolley
Vintage Chrome and Glass Drinks Trolley
H 24.02 in W 25.99 in D 16.93 in
Vintage Hearst Castle Collectible Highball Glass with the 3 Graces San Simeon CA
By George Briard, Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage 1960s Vintage Gold Drinking Highball Drinking Glass. Hearst Castle Souvenir Collectible
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage French Brass and Glass Drinks Trolley / Bar Cart
Located in London, GB
An extremely stylish and well made vintage French brass and glass drinks trolley / bar cart. The
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass and Glass Circular Bar Cart, Drinks Trolley
Located in London, by appointment only
A vintage circular drinks trolley with two glass tiers within polished brass galleries, the lower
Category

Late 20th Century Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Culver Ltd Highball Barware Glasses 22K Gold Owls Hollywood Regency 1950s Signed
By Culver Ltd.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Culver Ltd Highball Drinking Glasses with 22K Gold Owls, Set of 6 Circa 1950's. This set of
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Art Glass

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Vintage Drinking Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of vintage drinking glass for your home. Frequently made of glass, metal and brass, every item from our selection of vintage drinking glass was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of vintage drinking glass — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each object in our assortment of vintage drinking glass bearing Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of vintage drinking glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but belgochrom, Christofle and Culver Ltd. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Drinking Glass?

Prices for a piece of vintage drinking glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $75 and can go as high as $6,472, while the average can fetch as much as $997.
Questions About Vintage Drinking Glass
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Drinking glasses from the Renaissance period went by a number of different names including: goblet, tazza, kronkasa, and more. The name depends on the region and what the drinking glass was filled with. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Renaissance tableware from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Acidic drinks like wine and citrus juices can leach lead from a crystal glass. However, unless the liquid is stored in the glass for more than a few hours, drinking it is generally safe.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    New Versace drinking glasses are available through a number of authorized retailers. Check the brand’s website for more information on physical store locations and item availability. Contemporary Versace drinking glasses can also be found on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.