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Antique Irish Tipperary Waterford Glass Cut Crystal Bowl Georgian Centerpiece
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stunning and extremely rare Georgian Irish Heavy Gauge hand cut crystal fruit bowl or centerpiece
Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Georgian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

Antique Irish Tipperary Waterford Glass Cut Crystal Victorian Turnover Bowl 19Ct
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An impressive Hand Deep Cut full lead Irish Crystal Pedestal Turn-over Bowl or Centerpiece of
Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Victorian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

Tiffin Glass, Cut Crystal Sherry Glasses, Gold Rims, U.S.A., Circa 1950's
By Tiffin Glass Company
Located in Chatham, ON
Tiffin Glass - Finest quality set of five wheel cut crystal sherry or liqueur glasses - Art Nouveau
Category

Mid-20th Century American Renaissance Revival Tableware

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Irish Tipperary Waterford Glass Cut Crystal Georgian Centerpiece Bowl 18
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An impressive George II hand cut full led Irish Crystal Pedestal “Kettle Drum” Bowl of circular
Category

Antique 18th Century Irish Georgian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Crystal

Art Cut Glass Jar, Bohemia Crystal, 1960s
By Bohemia Crystal
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Crystal Glass,Cut Glass The jar has small sharp splinters on the
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 8 Waterford Cut Crystal Sherbet and Champagne Glasses
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
8 Sherbert Waterford Cut Crystal Glasses, Ireland 20th Century Set of eight vintage Waterford
Category

Late 20th Century Irish Victorian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Set of Three Stuart Cut Glass Crystal Decanter Bottles, C1945
By Stuart Glass Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Exquisite set of 3 cut glass crystal decanter bottles by the Stuart Glass Co. of England c1940. In
Category

Vintage 1940s English Georgian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 18 EVE Waterford Crystal Red White Wine Glasses
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
EVE Waterford Crystal Red White Wine Glasses, set of 18 The Eve pattern was inspired by the last
Category

20th Century Northern Irish Victorian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 14 Vintage Lismore Waterford Crystal Goblet Water Wine Glasses, 1990s
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage Lismore Waterford Crystal Goblet Water or Wine Glasses, set of 14 The famous Lismore
Category

Late 20th Century Northern Irish Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Sconces in Etched Glass, Cut Crystal and Brass, Attributed to Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in San Francisco, CA
1940s, the shades are of Murano glass, the lamps are of brass, and the detailed cut crystal inserts
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Saint-Louis set of 175 Cut Crystal Glasses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 175 (approx.) Saint-Louis Cut Crystal with Gold. Excellence Pattern. Various sizes and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

16 Steuben Yellow Cut Crystal Dessert Bowls & Underplates w/ Armorial Crest
By Steuben Glass
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Not 12, but a set of 16 hand blown Bristol Yellow crystal bowls and underplates made by Steuben
Category

Vintage 1920s American American Classical Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Petite Cut Glass Crystal Decanters, C1930
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous petite pair of cut glass crystal decanters in excellent vintage condition with minimal
Category

Vintage 1930s American Federal Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Waterford Lismore Crystal Ice Champagne Bucket
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
and wedge cut crystal. The crisp coolness of ice and the brilliant clarity of crystal meet in stunning
Category

Late 20th Century Northern Irish Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Waterford Crystal Ships Decanter and Stopper Alana
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage cut crystal ships decanter with stopper was made by Waterford in Alana pattern. The
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Late 20th Century Irish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Irish Waterford Crystal Bowl Comeragh Pattern
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely late 20th century Waterford crystal footed bowl in the Comeragh cut (pattern). Irish made
Category

Late 20th Century Irish Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Waterford Rare Crystal Footed Salt & Pepper Shakers Glengarriff
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Waterford Crystal salt and pepper shakers were made in Republic of Ireland of cut crystal
Category

Late 20th Century Irish Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

WATERFORD Crystal 7.5" Emily Scalloped Tall Footed Compote
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Early 21st Century compote by Waterford, their "Emily" pattern. Clear crystal with a cut diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

WATERFORD Crystal 11" Irish Treasures Oblong Boat Bowl on Pedestal
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Charlotte, NC
on bottom by Tom Brennan, a Waterford Master Artisan. Clear crystal with a cut diamond-like design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 6 Waterford Sheila Cut Water Goblets
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of 10 Waterford Sheila cut champagne or tall Sherbet. This pattern has been discontinued. Made
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Late 20th Century Northern Irish Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Set of Four Shannon Irish Crystal Sutton Place Water Goblets
By Shannon Crystal
Located in New Orleans, LA
Offered for sale are four stemmed Shannon by Godinger Sutton Place Crystal water goblets, features
Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Nouveau Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Early 19th Century Cut Glass Crystal Wine Rinsers
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of cut glass crystal wine rinsers, circa 1825 from England(possibly Ireland). The wine rinser
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Antique Early 19th Century English Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Waterford Set of 4 Champagne Coupe Glasses Ashling
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage set of 4 champagne coupe glasses or tall sherberts were made by Waterford in Ashling
Category

Late 20th Century Irish Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Set of Ten English Cut Crystal Wine Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful set of ten mid-20th century English Stuart crystal wine glasses with wheel and panel
Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Dutch 19th Century small crystal glass cut decanter with silver
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch 19th Century small crystal glass cut decanter with silver A very lovely and very small
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Set of 12 Ruby Red Cut to Clear Cordials, Attributed to St. Louis
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
glass panels, with intricate cut six stem petal motif foot (base) Unsigned Each glass stands 4.5" h
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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian High Victorian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Cut Glass

Vintage Group of 3 Crystal Cut Glass Decanters 20th C
Located in London, GB
A superb set of three vintage cut crystal square decanters and stoppers, with porcelain spirit
Category

Mid-20th Century Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Regency Emerald Cut Crystal Wine Glasses - Set of 12
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning set of vintage Regency wine glasses. Chic emerald cut crystal in a floating leaf motif
Category

Late 20th Century North American Regency Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Wheel-Cut water jug, Stourbridge, C1870
By Stourbridge England
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
aquatic plants. Stourbridge glass refers to glassware produced in the town of Stourbridge, located in the
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Neoclassical Revival Crystal Serveware

Materials

Blown Glass

Wheel-Cut water jug, Stourbridge, C1870
Wheel-Cut water jug, Stourbridge, C1870
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H 6.89 in Dm 5.91 in
Set of Six Moser Art Deco Faceted Crystal Cut Liquor Glasses 1920 Baccarat Style
By Moser Glassworks
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Beautiful set of six faceted crystal liquor glasses made by Moser, Austria, circa 1920. The
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Crystal jug decanters with Diamond Cut crystal, 1890
Located in Delft, NL
Crystal jug decanters with Diamond Cut crystal, 1890 A set of 2 small table crystal jug decanters
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

STUNNiNG ANTIQUE ENGLISH SILVER PLATED CUT GLASS CRYSTAL BISCUIT FRUIT BOWL JAR
Located in GB
original circa 1860-1870 Silver plated cut glass Crystal biscuit barrel jar What a sublime find, it is
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Antique 1860s English High Victorian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Cut Crystal Bowl with Lid
Located in Vienna, AT
Extravagant cut and polished crystal bowl made circa 1970s in one of the Bohemian glass works. The
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Cut Crystal Bowl with Lid
Cut Crystal Bowl with Lid
H 5.12 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Set of 6 Fine Art Deco Cut Crystal Water Glasses with Foliate Motifs
Located in New York, NY
This refined set of six Art Deco crystal water glasses were realized in France circa 1925. They
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Bohemin Cut Crystal Centrepiece Bowl
Located in Vienna, AT
Extravagant cut and polished crystal bowl made circa the 1970s in one of the Bohemian glass works.
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Edwardian Style Cut Crystal Decanter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury, Edwardian style, clear cut crystal decanter with stopper.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Edwardian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Bohemian Cut Crystal Table Bell
Located in Vienna, AT
Extravagant cut and polished crystal table bell made, circa 1970s in one of the Bohemian glass
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Monumental Antique Cut Crystal Glass Brandy Liquor Bar Dispenser Decanter 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A rare Antique American crystal brandy/liquor bar dispenser, circa 1880. The crystal dispenser is
Category

Antique 1880s American Victorian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Silver and Cut-Crystal Confiturier
Located in Paris, FR
Silver and cut-crystal confiturier in Medici-shape decorated with two handles with floral motifs
Category

Antique 1820s French Restauration Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Vermeil, Silver

Silver and Cut-Crystal Confiturier
Silver and Cut-Crystal Confiturier
H 10.24 in W 9.45 in D 7.88 in
Set of nine Godinger King Louis Pattern Cut Crystal Hock Wine Glasses
By Godinger
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a set of nine Godinger King Louis pattern clear to color cut crystal hock wine round
Category

20th Century Hungarian Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Bohemian Cut Crystal Chalice, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bohemian cut crystal chalice, 20th century. Blue Bohemian cut crystal chalice, 20th century.   H
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Bohemian Cut Crystal Chalice, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bohemian cut crystal chalice, 20th century. Red Bohemian cut crystal chalice, 20th century.   H
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco French Crystal Carafe with Olive Cut Pattern, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
A richly cut Art Deco period crystal carafe or decanter with a beautiful olive cut pattern
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Cut Crystal Cup or Small Vase
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A cut crystal cup or small vase, 19th century, Napoleon III period. Measures: H: 18 cm, D: 11 cm.
Category

Antique 19th Century European Napoleon III Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Cut Crystal Cup or Small Vase
Cut Crystal Cup or Small Vase
H 7.09 in Dm 4.34 in
Set of 12 Antique Cranberry Cut-to-Clear Crystal Wine Glasses, Circa 1920's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Set of 12 Antique Cranberry Cut-to-Clear Crystal Wine Glasses, Circa 1920's.
Category

Early 20th Century Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Mix Set of 6 Cobalt Stem Glasses with Overlay Cut to Clear
By Nachtmann
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage set of 6 cut to clear crystal stem glasses. Mix crystal (Bleikristall 24% Mundgeblasen
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Set of 5 Nachtmann Label Stem Glasses with Overlay Cut to Clear
By Nachtmann
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage set of 5 cut to clear crystal stem glasses. Mix crystal (Bleikristall 24% Mundgeblasen
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Set of Six Lausitzer Stem Glasses with Colored Overlay Cut to Clear
By Lausitzer
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage set of six cuts to clear crystal stem glasses. Clear demi crystal glass. Six sides
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Precious 6 Cognac Glasses Gold Crystal Glass Stemware Josephinenhuette Moser
By Josephinenhutte Moser, Saint Louis, Baccarat
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Gorgeous 20th century handcrafted faceted crystal glass set with 24-carat gold rim made by
Category

Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Precious 6 Water Glasses Gold Crystal Glass Tumbler Josephinenhuette Moser
By Josephinenhutte Moser, Baccarat, Saint Louis
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Gorgeous 20th century handcrafted faceted crystal glass set with 24-carat gold rim made by
Category

Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

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

Precious 6 Champagne Glasses Gold Crystal Glass Stemware Josephinenhuette Moser
By Saint Louis, Josephinenhutte Moser, Baccarat
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Gorgeous 20th century handcrafted faceted crystal glass set with 24 carat gold rim made by
Category

Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 12 Armorial Straight Facet-Cut 24 Panel Gilt Decorated Crystal Glasses
Located in valatie, NY
Set of Twelve Armorial, Straight Sided, Gilt Decorated, Face-Cut, 24 Panel Crystal Glasses. These
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Early 20th Century English Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Crystal Set of 4 Stem Glasses Cobalt Overlay Cut to Clear with Tray
By Nachtmann
Located in Verviers, BE
Art Deco set of five cuts to clear crystal stem glasses. Serving tray Brass with Mirror finish
Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Val Saint Lambert Cut Crystal Bridal Goblet
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Val Saint Lambert Cut Crystal Bridal Goblet Decorative cut glass goblet in red color with an
Category

20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

16 Green Cut Crystal Water Goblets by Sinclaire
By H.P. Sinclaire & Company
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1900, by Sinclaire, American. These sublime crystal water goblets set a spectacular table
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Crystal Serveware

Materials

Cut Glass

Georgian Decanter Indian Club Shape, Bohemia, circa 1770
By Bohemia Crystal
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An Indian Club shaped decanter, decorated with wheel-cut interlocking circles and spire finial
Category

Antique 1770s German Neoclassical Crystal Serveware

Materials

Cut Glass

Crystal Set of 6 Knittel with Label Stem Glasses with Overlay Cut to Clear
By Nachtmann
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage with Label Knittel set of 6 cut to clear crystal stem glasses. Mix crystal (Bleikristall 24
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Large Cobalt Bohemian Czechoslovakian Cut Crystal Punch Bowl or Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Boston, MA
This is an absolutely gorgeous cobalt Bohemian glass crystal cut punch bowl or centerpiece bowl. It
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Vintage 1950s Czech Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 6 Bohemian Cut Crystal Glass Wine Goblets & Pewter Stem, Coat of Arms
Located in Andernach, DE
6 Outstanding mid-century wine goblets from hand cut lead crystal glass. Absolutely rare design
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Bohemian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Pewter

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Glasses Cut Crystal For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal glasses cut crystal for your home. Each glasses cut crystal for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, crystal and glass. There are 1961 variations of the antique or vintage glasses cut crystal you’re looking for, while we also have 55 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect glasses cut crystal — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A glasses cut crystal made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one glasses cut crystal that is appealing in its simplicity, but Palwa, Val Saint Lambert and Baccarat produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Glasses Cut Crystal?

Prices for a glasses cut crystal start at $10 and top out at $184,750 with the average selling for $2,184.
Questions About Glasses Cut Crystal
  • 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 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 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    American cut glass is a technique used for decorating glass. The period from 1771 to 1876 is considered the early period of American cut glass — later, cut glass was called Brilliant glass. This technique is associated with high labor costs and involves the work of skilled craftsmen — American cut glass is considered a luxury item and can be very valuable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bohemian glass is decorative glassware from the 13th century onwards made in Bohemia and Silesia. It is famous for its cut and Baroque style engraving, which was crafted between 1685 and 1750. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Bohemian-cut glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Cut glass is a highly valuable collectible on any antique market. Cut glass will tend to have a defined pattern with sharper detail. You should also look for mold marks as cut glass should be sharp and not smooth. Find a variety of glass collectibles and art glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a cut-glass decanter, fill your sink with warm water and mild dish soap. Place the decanter in the sink and wipe it with a soft cloth. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a soft towel. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage decanters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    It is not necessarily true that a diamond is real if it cuts glass. Before the advent of high-quality synthetic gemstones, attempting to scratch a piece of glass with a gemstone was a more accurate way of determining whether it was a real diamond. However, some human-made stones are now hard enough to produce scratches on glass, just like diamonds. As a result, experts generally say that the best way to tell if a diamond is real is to have it inspected by an experienced jeweler, dealer or appraiser. Shop a large collection of diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if glass is brilliant cut, try striking it with your finger. It should produce a sound like a ringing bell. Because so many convincing replicas exist, consider having an experienced and licensed appraiser evaluate the piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted American brilliant cut glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    American Brilliant cut glass is deeply and sharply cut glass known for its reflective quality and highly polished nature. This type of glass is thick, heavy, and very clear.
    The difference between cut glass and cut crystal is the lead content along with some other criteria. "There are three primary criteria for crystal as established by the European Union in 1969: a lead content in excess of 24%, a density in excess of 2.90 and a reflective index of 1.545." "Prior to 1969 crystal glass was generally around 36% lead. However, due to concerns over lead leaching the percentage was reduced to the [unofficial} standard of 24%. Today glass with a lead content of 10% or more is considered to be crystal or “fine glass”" in the US.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if cut glass is American Brilliant, look for deep cuts that reflect light with a brilliance. If you can, flick the glass gently with your fingernail and listen for a bell-like ring. Always purchase crystal from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of American Brilliant crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.