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How can you tell if glass is vintage?

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How can you tell if glass is vintage?
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 ExpertAugust 8, 2024
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Set of 12 Esagonali Tumblers and Pitcher. Murano Glass Rigadin Fumè, Coral Red
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Elegant set of 12 handmade Murano glass with a matching jug in warm amber fume color. Each piece is decorated with the refined rigadin ritorto pattern, a classic Murano design that g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Glass

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Murano Glass

Barcelona Olympic Games hand-blown glasses by Gordiola, Spain, 1992
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Hand-blown whiskey glasses from the Barcelona Olympic Games produced and manufactured by the glass artisans of Gordiola, 1992, set of 8. Made entirely by hand in transparent glass, w...
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1990s Spanish Post-Modern Glass

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Glass, Murano Glass

Glass Sculpture - James Coignard - Berengo - Murano
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely glass sculpture in shape of a standing sculpture, designed by James Coignard at Berengo Studios at Murano, Italy. The sculpture is 39 cm (15.6") tall and in excellent condit...
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Vintage 1960s German Vases

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Glass

Set of 6 Tall Flutes, Murano Glass Signed Cenedese in Delicate Aquamarine Glass.
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This is a complete and rare set of six Murano glass flutes, handmade in the 1950s by the renowned glassmaker Amelio Cenedese. Each flute is crafted in a delicate aquamarine tone, si...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Goblet with Gold Inclusions, circa 1960s
Located in Villaverla, IT
Murano Glass Goblet with Gold Inclusions, circa 1960s This exquisite and vibrant Murano glass goblet, crafted in the 1960s, is a stunning example of mid-century Italian craftsmanshi...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Glass

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Gold, Gold Leaf

Rare & Beautiful Vintage Mouthblown Azure Blue Glass Viennese Pendant Light 1950
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and highly decorative color Venetian light fixture. This 'ocean view' glass art pendant is another one of our recent great finds. Handcrafted and mouthblown in one of the Venet...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

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