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Art Nouveau Crystal Cordial Glasses by Tiffin Glass, Set of Ten
By Tiffin Glass Company
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set / 10 crystal cordial glasses from the Lenox Wreath Collection by Tiffin. The handblown stemware
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Fun and Fancy Six Marc Aurel Crystal Cordial Glasses with Jigsaw Design Stem
Located in Ferndale, MI
Six Elegant and whimsical cordial or aperitif glasses designed by Marc Aurel . Bell shaped glass on
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 12 Ruby Red Cut to Clear Cordials, Attributed to St. Louis
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 12 ruby red cut to clear cordials, attributed to St. Louis, Each one with snowflake cut
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Belgian High Victorian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Cut Glass

Set of 8 Estate Cut Crystal with Gold Etching Cordial Glasses, Circa 1930-1940.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Set of 8 Estate Cut Crystal with Gold Etching Cordial Glasses, Circa 1930-1940.
Category

Mid-20th Century Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Gold Leaf

Art Nouveau Crystal Cocktail Glasses by Tiffin Glass, Set of Twelve, c. 1950s
By Tiffin Glass Company
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set / 12 crystal cocktail glasses from the Lenox Wreath Collection by Tiffin. The handblown
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Lobmeyr 7 Piece Lobed Rose Shaded to Clear Crystal Cordial Set
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This lovely Art Nouveau period hand blown crystal decanter is part of a complete cordial set. The 6
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Webb Hand Blown Apple Green Overlay Crystal Decanter Set W/ 12 Cordials
By Thomas Webb & Sons
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a perfect set of 12 handblown crystal cordials cut to clear in an Art Deco inspired floral
Category

Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

St. Louis Congress Cordial Goblets
By Saint Louis
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, St. Louis, France. This set of 11 magnificent Saint Louis cordial goblets is in the
Category

Vintage 1910s French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Cut Glass

Sasaki Japan Blown Crystal Twist Stem Glasses Smoke Jade Grand Hawthorne Set 40
Located in North Hollywood, CA
SASAKI large drinking crystal glasses smoke bowl twist stem set of 40 pieces. 1990s Jade light
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Lalique Crystal “Phalsbourg” Decanter
By Lalique
Located in Guaynabo, PR
cordial glass in the picture is not included in the sale.
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Rock Sharpe Cut Crystal Assembled Stemware, Set of 52
Located in New York, NY
) eight cordial glasses, apparently unsigned. Dimensions: Largest: 6.25" H x 3.75" Diameter. Dealer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

19th Century Neoclassical Foliate Creut Silver Plate, Gilt & Etched Crystal Set
Located in New York, NY
are finished in gilt offering a beautiful metallic contrast. The orbital crystal vessels housed within
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Tantalus Set with Baccarat Glasses
Located in Dallas, TX
decanters, 14 cordial glasses (4 are etched with gold rims, 10 are signed Baccarat). Together with a three
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Crystal Serveware

Materials

Bronze

Tantalus Set with Baccarat Glasses
Tantalus Set with Baccarat Glasses
H 9.5 in W 10 in D 8 in
Estate 1950's American Sterling Silver Cut Crystal Decanter & 6 Cordial Glasses
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate American Cut Crystal Decanter with Sterling Silver Mounted Stopper and 6 Cordial Glasses
Category

Mid-20th Century American Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Austrian Secessionist Crystal Decanter and Cordial Glassware Set
Located in East Hampton, NY
This set of 8 pieces include: decanter, 6 cordial glasses and the tray. Beautifully hand painted on
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 12 Antique Cranberry Red and Clear Crystal Engraved Cordial Wine Glasses
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine set of 12 antique English cranberry cordial or sherry wine glasses. Each has a clear
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

Vintage 1930’s Hawkes Crystal Square Base Cordials ~ (Set of 8)
By Steuben Hawkes
Located in Naples, FL
base; a timeless design of elegant simplicity in fine crystal. 3”dia. x 3.38”h
Category

Early 20th Century American Barware

Materials

Crystal

Antique Continental Bronze D'Ore, Blue Crystal Figural Cordial Set, circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique continental bronze D'Ore and blue crystal glass figural cordial/liqueur set, circa 1890.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Barware

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Cut to Clear Cranberry Cordial Glasses in Original Box Set of 6 - Italy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An incredible set of six cut-to-clear cranberry cordial glasses made in Italy. This set is one of
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 4 Faceted Gevaert Stemmed Cordial Glasses in the style of Val St Lambert
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Beautiful faceted and polished cordial champagne glasses in the style of Val Saint Lambert's
Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Crystal

Nachtmann Traube Bohemian Cranberry Cut Clear Crystal Decanter & Shot Glasses
By Nachtmann
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Nachtmann Traube bohemian / Bavarian bar set featuring four crystal cordial shot glasses
Category

Late 20th Century Bohemian Barware

Materials

Crystal

Genuine Cut Crystal Stemmed Glasses Cristal d'Arques Taille France - Set of 5
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of five genuine cut lead crystal stemmed glasses. This set is from the 1980s and made in
Category

20th Century French French Provincial Barware

Materials

Crystal

Antique English Sheffield Silver Mounted Golden Oak & Crystal Games Box Tantalus
Located in New Orleans, LA
Interior and Mirrored Back, Circa 1890's. Fitted Interior Includes 3 Crystal Decanters, 6 Crystal Cordials
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sheffield Plate

Set of Mixed Art Deco Bar Glasses with Rectilinear Plinth Bases
Located in New York, NY
glasses, this set contains 8 of each type, Champagne Coupe, Shot Glass, Drinking Glass, and Cordial
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Glass

Materials

Crystal

Antique English Oak & Silver Plate 3 Bottle Crystal Tantalus & Games Compendium
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Silver Plate Mounted Oak Tantalus and Games Compendium Box with 3 Cut Crystal
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

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
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

French 19th Century Belle Époque Period Baccarat Crystal Cave À Liqueur
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Baccarat crystal sixteen glass and four decanter Cave à Liqueur. This beautiful liquor set is raised by
Category

Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

Antique Victorian Black Forest Carved Wood & Glass Cave a Liqueur Tantalus Box
Located in Forney, TX
liquor bottles with stoppers, accompanied by eight stemmed glass cordials, the service tray fitted for
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Black Forest Barware

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Set of Six Hand Blown Tulip Liqueur Glasses, Czech Republic, c. 1980's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 1980's crystal liqueur glasses from Czech Republic. The set includes six handblown tulip
Category

Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Rare Walnut Case French Etched Glass 18-piece decanter and Cordial Tantalus Set
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb tantalus with its original etched glass cordial glasses and etched glass decanters
Category

Antique 1890s French High Victorian Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Brass

19th Century Black Forest Walnut Wood Cave A Liqueur from France
Located in Dallas, TX
gilded caddy adorned with acanthus leaves that houses four decanters and 16 cordial glasses. The crystal
Category

Antique 19th Century French Black Forest Barware

Materials

Crystal

French Tantalus Drinks Set of Gilt Bronze
Located in Austin, TX
cordial or liqueur glasses and four etched decanters with stoppers.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Barware

Materials

Crystal, Tin, Metal, Bronze

Baccarat Cave à Liqueur with Sèvres Porcelain
By Baccarat
Located in New Orleans, LA
handsome 19th-century cave à liqueur consists of three decanters and 16 cordial glasses. Mounted with
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rococo Barware

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

George III Mahogany and Satinwood Tantalus, 1790
Located in Stockton, NJ
original gilt-painted mould-blown transparent glass decanters and two flint glass cordial glasses. Raised
Category

Antique 1790s English George III Barware

Materials

Crystal

Fine 19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Tantalus
Located in Dallas, TX
) cordials glasses in fitted bronze insert set in French bronze & glass case - Measures: 18" x 15" x 13 1/2".
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Tea Caddies

Materials

Bronze

French Liquor Side Table by L' Escalier De Cristal À Paris
By L'Escalier de Cristal
Located in Winter Park, FL
marble inset and wells to hold bottles and glasses. Four original cut crystal decanter bottles and eight
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Crystal, Marble, Breccia Marble, Brass

Set Holmegaard Crystal Cordial Glasses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six Holmegaard crystal stemmed cordial glasses. Visit the Paul Marra storefront to see more
Category

20th Century Danish Barware

Materials

Crystal

12 Very Rare Moser Glass Cordials Enameled and Gilt, circa 1900
By Moser Glassworks
Located in Redding, CA
A very rare set of 12 Moser cordials two colors with enamel panels and gilding, perfect condition.
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Moser Cranberry Cabochon and Gold Cordial Set
By Koloman Moser
Located in New York, NY
Here is a lovely Bohemian cranberry cordial set consisting of a decanter and 6 glasses, made by
Category

20th Century Czech Rococo Crystal Serveware

Materials

Glass, Cut Glass

Saint Louis Crystal Gold Thistle Liqueur Glasses, Set of 2
By Saint Louis
Located in South Newfane, VT
No longer in production, these delicately sized Saint Louis gold thistle cordial glasses clear
Category

Late 20th Century French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Rare Hawkes Hand-Cut Crystal Service for 12
By T. G. Hawkes & Co.
Located in New York, NY
contains 12 each of water, wine, champagne and cordial. These are big and heavy glasses, the water goblet
Category

Early 20th Century American Crystal Serveware

Materials

Blown Glass, Cut Glass

Vintage Venetian Murano Glass Gold Leaf Carafe and Four Glasses
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Chicago, IL
details in gold leaf, circa 1960. This Venetian glass carafe and matching cordial glasses are one of a
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Other Crystal Serveware

Materials

Blown Glass

Locking Decanter Box Tantalus, Exotic Coromandel Wood, Victorian, circa 1870s
Located in Seattle, WA
backs and purple velvet lining. Four cut glass decanter bottles and eight cordials etched with stars
Category

Antique 1870s European High Victorian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Etched Crystal and 22-Karat Gold Cranberry Cordial Glasses Set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-20th century etched crystal and 22-karat gold cordial drink glasses set of six pieces. Features
Category

20th Century American Barware

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Silver and Engraved Crystal Decanter and Cordial Cups
Located in Cookeville, TN
Featured is a beautiful decanter and six cordial cups made up of engraved crystal and sterling
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver and Engraved Crystal Decanter with Cordial Cups
Located in Cookeville, TN
Featured is a beautiful decanter and six cordial cups made up of engraved crystal and sterling
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Lalique Owl Set of Two Cordial/Whiskey Tumblers in Clear Crystal
By Marie-Claude Lalique, Lalique
Located in New York, NY
crystal waves, curves around each glass and decanter. A truly technical masterpiece, the intricate frieze
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Karl Palda Art Deco Cordial Set
Located in Charleston, SC
Czechoslovakian Triangular Clear and Etched Frosted Crystal Decanter and Six Cordials with Black
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Barware

Materials

Crystal

Karl Palda Renaissance Style Cordial Set
Located in Charleston, SC
Extraordinary Czechoslovakian Shaped Spherical Clear with Ornate Sterling Silver Overlay Crystal
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Barware

Materials

Crystal

Karl Palda Art Deco Cordial Set
Located in Charleston, SC
Rare Czechoslovakian Set of Two Matching Octagonal Clear, Frosted and Intricately Etched Crystal
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Barware

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Karl Palda Art Deco Cordial Set
Located in Charleston, SC
Czechoslovakian Elongated Triangular Clear and Etched Frosted Crystal Decanter and Six Shot Glasses
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Barware

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Karl Palda  Art Deco Cordial Set
Karl Palda  Art Deco Cordial Set
H 7.25 in W 7 in D 4 in
Saint Louis Florence Pattern Cut Crystal Stems 48 Pieces
By Saint Louis
Located in Houston, TX
Group of 48 cut crystal stems made by Saint Louis in the Florence pattern with pineapple cut. There
Category

Late 20th Century French Glass

Materials

Cut Glass, Glass

Midcentury Italian Venetian Blown Glass and 22-Karat Gold Drinks Set of 7
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
footed stem glasses. The 22-karat gold scroll and band detail is highlighted by crystal cut applied ruby
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-20th Century Italian Venetian Blown Glass and 22-Karat Gold Drinks Set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
and five cordial brandy glasses. Each piece features a hand painted 22-karat gold raised scroll motif
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Gold

Rare Vertical Drinking Glass Caddy by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
original glasses are long gone, but this unused set of blown crystal cordials, designed by Per Lütken for
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Barware

Lobmeyr Moser Austrian Enameled Etched Flower Garden Luncheon 34pc Set
By Moser Glassworks
Located in Tulsa, OK
Measures 8 1/4 inches in diameter. Also included are six cordial glasses that Stand three and three-quarter
Category

Antique 1880s Austrian Victorian More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Crystal

Val Saint Lambert Red Cut-Glass Danse De Flore Pericle Vase
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Vilnius, LT
A charming Val Saint Lambert Beaudoin Rose ruby red art glass cordial vase, circa 1930. Beautiful
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Vases

Materials

Crystal

Lalique Owl Cordial/Whiskey Tumbler in Clear Crystal
By Marie-Claude Lalique, Lalique
Located in New York, NY
crystal waves, curves around each glass and decanter. A truly technical masterpiece, the intricate frieze
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

20th Century Italian Venetian Glass and 22-Karat Gold Drinks Set of 5
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Midcentury Italian Venetian blown glass and 22-karat gold, crystal ruby jeweled drinks set of 5
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Glass

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Set of 10 Antique French Val Saint Lambert Gold-Etched Crystal Cordial Glasses
Located in New Orleans, LA
Set of 10 antique French "Val Saint Lambert" gold-etched diamond-cut crystal cordial glasses, Circa
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Barware

Materials

Crystal

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Crystal Cordial Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of crystal cordial glasses available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of crystal, stone and glass, all crystal cordial glasses available were constructed with great care. We have 29 antique and vintage crystal cordial glasses in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Crystal cordial glasses have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Crystal cordial glasses bearing Art Deco or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made crystal cordial glasses over the years, but those made by Lalique, Marie-Claude Lalique and Daum are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Crystal Cordial Glasses?

Prices for crystal cordial glasses start at $195 and top out at $9,800 with the average selling for $1,250.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Crystal Cordial Glasses
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, cordial glasses are not the same as shot glasses. Typically, cordial glasses feature stems, while shot glasses do not. Normally, people use cordial glasses for serving liqueurs and dessert wines. Shot glasses are generally meant for hard spirits. Shop a range of antique and vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cordial glasses are used for sweet liqueurs that are flavored. The alcohol base of a cordial is typically rum, whisky or cognac. The sweet flavor can vary by taste but frequently is coffee, chocolate or a fruit flavor. Shop a collection of cordial glasses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, crystal glass is real crystal. However, it's important to understand what the term means. In the world of glassware, crystal is a type of glass that features an additive like lead oxide, potassium carbonate or barium oxide to increase its durability. Crystal glass is crystal because it contains these additives, but it does not actually have a crystalline structure from a scientific perspective. The term crystal as used by glassworks comes from the word "Cristallo," which was pioneered by Italian glassblowers to describe high-end glassware. It doesn't have the same meaning as the word crystal when employed in scientific contexts. Shop a large collection of crystal glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Moser products are lead-free crystal. According to their website, the company has been using only lead-free crystal since 1893 to create some of the most skilled crystal products, with master-craft abilities and incredibly durable finishes. Shop a collection of Moser crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Crystal is a subcategory of glass with a high mineral (usually lead) content.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It depends. Since 1903, Steuben has been famous for both its glassware and crystal. Crystal is a kind of glass with additives that make it strong and able to be used in elegantly thin designs. Crystal also refracts light, creating a striking look. Steuben is known for its exceptionally beautiful crystal formula. Shop a range of Steuben glass and crystal pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Walther Glass (formerly known as Walther-Glas) is renowned for its examples of antique crystal glass. Sought after to this day by collectors, the company still exists albeit under different ownership and a more international business model. Shop a collection of Walther Glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Baccarat makes crystal, not glass. The company opened in 1764 in Baccarat, Lorraine, France, at the order of King Louis XV of France. Today, Baccarat operates out of headquarters in Paris. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Baccarat crystal ware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Baccarat is a French manufacturer of fine crystal. Baccarat did originally start as a glasswork company with production primarily consisting of window panes, mirrors and stemware up until 1816. The brand then switched to crystal production, creating expertly crafted stemware, chandeliers and other pieces in a variety of design styles. Browse a collection of antique and modern Baccarat crystal decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The difference between glass and crystal wine glasses is their composition. Mineral deposits like lead, magnesium or zinc strengthen crystal glass, rendering it thin but durable. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of wine glasses and other glassware from different periods.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Hold the piece up to a light source. If you see a prism effect, it’s crystal.

  • 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
    Crystal is considered highly desirable in glassware due to its clarity, however, not all glassware is made of crystal. Crystal is more durable than standard glass and is often thinner because of its strength, yet it's more porous and requires handwashing. Shop a range of wine glasses, including crystal, from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are several ways to tell if an item is crystal or glass. The main difference between crystal and glass is that crystal is made with lead, making it easier to add decorative elements. Crystal refracts and disperses light, creating a rainbow effect, and is heavier than regular glass. When gently tapped, crystal items create a ringing, musical sound. If you are still unsure, consult a certified appraiser. Browse a range of authenticated fine crystal and glass pieces on 1stDibs.

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