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Is leaded glass safe?

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Is leaded glass safe?
Yes, leaded glass is safe because the food or drink isn’t in contact with the glass for long enough for the lead to seep in. If you’re feeling a bit uneasy about it, there are plenty of glass options that contain no lead.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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Leaded Glass Ice Holder
Located in Sheffield, MA
This gracefully shaped leaded glass ice bucket has two cutout handles for carrying the bucket to
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20th Century European Crystal Serveware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Leaded Glass Water Pitcher
Located in Sheffield, MA
Add a touch of elegance at your dinner table with this wonderfully shaped leaded glass water
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20th Century European Barware

Materials

Glass

Petite Elegant Leaded Glass Creamer
Located in Sheffield, MA
Elegant clear leaded glass milk or cream pitcher on pedestal base. Wonderful to pair with other
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20th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

Neoclassic Leaded Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
An American leaded glass light fixture with finely cast details on body, circa 1910. Measurements
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Vintage 1910s American Lanterns

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Glass

Large Leaded Glass Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A large English neoclassic style leaded glass light fixture with eight interior lights, opaline
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Vintage 1940s Chandeliers and Pendants

English Leaded Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s English leaded glass and bronze lantern with interior lights. Measurements
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Vintage 1920s English Lanterns

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Bronze

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