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Beautiful Stemware Liqueur Glass, Dolphin Fish Stem, Bimini Art Vintage Austria
By Bimini Glass
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is a beautiful single vintage stemmed liqueur glass from Austria. It features a dolphin fish
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Barware
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Libbey Glass "Marine Life" Highball Glasses, 22k Gold Atomic Fish
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of eight "Marine Life" highball glasses by Libbey Glass Co. with Atomic design fish and other
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Six Vintage Libbey Glass Tom Collins Glasses Each with a Different Game Fish
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Six Libbey Glass Co. Tom Collins glasses each with a different brightly colored game fish on
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Set of 8 Vintage Libbey Marine Life Highball Glasses With Gilt Seahorses & Fish
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 Vintage Libbey Sea Life Tumblers with raised green design and Gilt Seahorses and Fish in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Gold, Enamel
H 5.25 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Pair of Vintage Italian Art Glass Fish Sculptures
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Vintage Murano glass striped fish sculptures. A very striking pair.
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Set of 8 Libbey Vintage Marine Life Highballs With Gilt Seahorses and Fish
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 Vintage Libbey Sea Life Highballs with raised green design and Gilt Seahorses and Fish in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Gold
Vintage Art Glass Plate with Decorated Fishes, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Art Glass Plate with Decorated Fishes , realized in Italy in 1970s.
Transparent pink
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Platters and Serveware
Materials
Glass
Ermanno Nason Vintage Mid-Century Italian Murano Pink Glass Koi Fish Sculpture
By Cenedese, Ermanno Nason
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning, rare and vintage midcentury centrepiece glass sculpture by Ermanno Nason (1928-2014) for
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
H 6.3 in W 5.32 in D 2.37 in
Vintage Fish Tureen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Portuguese fish tureen made for Neiman Marcus.
Category
20th Century Portuguese Serving Pieces
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Hazel-Atlas Cobalt Blue Glass Cocktail Shaker with White Tropical Fish
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco blue glass cocktail shaker by Hazel-Atlas from the Sportsman Series and decorated in white
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware
Materials
Chrome
Vintage French Fish Stew Set
Located in CANNES, FR
Very nice ceramic french fish stew set composed of 12 diner plates, one service plate, one gravy
Category
Late 20th Century French Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Vintage Fish Glass Platter and 4 Plates, Set of 5, Arcoroc, France, 1970s
By Arcoroc
Located in Bochum, NRW
Arcoroc 'Poisson' Vintage Fish Design Plates & Platter. One platter and 4 Individual Plates. Made
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Glass
H 1.19 in W 15.75 in D 12.6 in
Vintage Coastal Etched Fish Tray
Located in west palm beach, FL
This Vintage Coastal Etched Pewter Fish Tray brings seaside charm to your table. With intricate
Category
Late 20th Century American Platters and Serveware
Materials
Pewter
Vintage Italian Covered Fish Tureen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hand painted covered fish tureen with lemon handle.
Category
20th Century Italian Serving Pieces
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Fish Platter
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace coastal boho vibes with this Vintage Studio Pottery Fish Platter. Handcrafted with earthy
Category
Late 20th Century American Platters and Serveware
Materials
Pottery
Decorative vintage fish shaped ceramic platter
Located in Malibu, CA
Decorative vintage ceramic platter. Signed at bottom. Designer and Year unknown.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Sterling Silver Hallmarked Fish Server Set Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This early Victorian era sterling silver fish fork and knife serving set has multiple hallmarks
Category
Antique 1890s English Early Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
4 vintage green ceramic fish plates - 1970 - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Charming green fish plates in the shape of a fish
vintage
Glazed ceramic
Made in France
Circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s French Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Mid Century Brass Fish Sculpted Bottle Opener
By Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage brass bottle opener. This beautiful vintage novelty is sculpted as a fish with
Category
Vintage 1970s Israeli Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Fish Tureen by Mottahedeh
By Mottahedeh
Located in Austin, TX
This vintage French soup tureen from the Lorrain region of France has quite a lot of personality
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Soup Tureens
Materials
Ceramic
Murano Italian Art Glass Fish Sculpture Statue, Italy Vintage
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A Venetian sculptural fish figurine in hand blown glass, produced on the isle of Murano, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Georg Jensen Silver Ornamental Fish Serving Set 55
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A silver Georg Jensen fish serving set, Ornamental Serving pattern #55 by Georg Jensen from circa
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Two Vintage Mid-Century Shark Fish Stainless Barware Openers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern stainless steel and teak wood openers. There is a a shark and a fish in
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Arts and Crafts Fish Serving Fork
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The Arts and Crafts movement, originating in the late 19th century, valued handmade, functional objects, simple designs, and natural materials. It rejected industrial mass production...
Category
20th Century Arts and Crafts Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Ceramic Fish Serving Platter, Danish Modern Style
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Ceramic Fish Serving Platter, Danish Modern Style
Offered for sale is a glazed ceramic
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Italian Majolica Fish Lidded Tureen Dish Centerpiece
Located in Pearland, TX
A charming vintage Mid-20th Century Italian majolica fish lidded tureen or covered serving dish
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Vintage Fishes Decorative Porcelain Plate, Bavaria, Germany, 1970s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful piece for every interior
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Glass
H 1.19 in W 16.54 in D 11.82 in
Murano Glass Fish Jardiniere, Italy, circa 1950
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Murano glass fish jardiniere. Italy, circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Materials
Glass
1970s Style Los Castillo Vintage Abalone Fish Bottle Opener Mexico
By Los Castillo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Vintage fish bottle opener in Abalone Shell Mexico
Style of Los Castillo. Unmarked.
5.75 d
Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Abalone
Vintage Emilia Castillo Ceramic Tray w/Sterling Silver Fish Inlay
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Oakland, CA
Gorgeous ceramic tray with beautiful silver inlaid fish designed by Emilia Castillo c1980s. Signed
Category
Vintage 1980s Mexican Post-Modern Ceramics
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Georg Jensen Blossom Sterling Silver Fish Serving Set 231
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Hallmarks: With vintage Georg Jensen used between 1933-1944.
Dimension: The fish slice measures 9 3/8
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Decorative Jardiniere, Chinese, Ceramic, Fish Bowl Planter, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage decorative jardiniere. A Chinese, ceramic fish bowl planter, dating to the late
Category
Vintage 1950s Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
H 10.24 in W 13 in D 13 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Fish Aquarium Made of Murano Glass
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Houston, TX
Murano glass aquarium with sticker still attached. In excellent condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Blown Glass
French Vallauris Signed Fat Lava Vintage Ceramic Fish Trays, 1950s
By Vallauris, Georges Jouve
Located in Valencia, VC
Delightful set of three vintage Vallauris fish-shaped ceramic trays. Crafted with meticulous
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage French Faience Service Decorated with Fish, MFBA Pornic
By M. F. B. A. Pornic
Located in Downingtown, PA
Vintage French Faience Service Decorated with Fish,
Manufacture de Faïence de Quimper, Brittany
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Vintage Italian Fish Form Soup Bowls on Baskets-Set of 4
Located in Ross, CA
Vintage lidded soup bowls with fish form lids, on baskets, made in Italy around the 1960's, set of
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian French Provincial Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Mini Canoe Vide Pochewith Fish Motive
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Mini Canoe Serving Platter with Fish Motif by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Metal Fish Corkscrew Bottle Opener MidCentury Modern Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s corkscrew and bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg Germany.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Bronze
H 2 in W 5.38 in D 0.38 in
Vintage Italian "Fish" Crumb Brush and Pan in Teak and Brass
By Laurids Lonborg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, vintage condition with only minimal wear consistent with age.
Fish: H: 1.5" x L: 8.25" x D: 3"
Pan: H
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Brass
Japanese Vintage Matcha Bowl 1980s Gold fish Kyo-Kiyomizu style
Located in Paris, FR
This is a Matcha bowl which we use for tea ceremony and this bowl was made in Japan around 1980s in Showa era.
This bowl is made with Style Kyo-Kiyomizu.
Kyo-kiyomizu style is made i...
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Chubby Fish Figurines or Ashtrays in Brass, Set of 3
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Very decorative and useable fish ornaments that doubles as ashtrays or storage for personal smalls
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Brass
Large Vintage Herend Porcelain Rothschild Bird Pattern Centerpiece with Coy Fish
By Herend
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large vintage centerpiece was made by the well known Herend factory of Hungry and dates to
Category
Late 20th Century Hungarian Victorian Centerpieces
Materials
Porcelain
H 10 in W 17 in D 17 in
Vintage Aluminum Fish Shaped Serving Platter by Mann of Korea
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice vintage aluminum fish shaped serving platter by Mann of Korea, circa 1977. The piece
Category
Mid-20th Century Korean Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Fred Press Ice Bowl with 22k Gold Stylized Fish on Black Frosted Ground
By Fred Press
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mid-Century Modern ice bowl designed by Fred Press with 22k gold vertical stylized fish alternately
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Vintage Japanese ceramic crackle glazed fish dish, mid 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage Japanese glazed ceramic fish platter, circa late 1960s. Tones of Yves Klein and swimming
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Ceramic Fish Tureen for Marinated Herring or Trout Dinnerware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful vintage ceramic fish tureen made in Germany. Nice addition to any table.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Arthur Court Large Aluminum Fish Serving Platter Circa 1975
By Arthur Court
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Arthur Court Aluminum Fish Serving Platter
Year manufactured: 1975
Dimensions: 24 inches
Category
Vintage 1970s American Serving Pieces
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Vintage Fish Service Plates in Bavarian Porcelain with Japanese decor
Located in Roma, IT
serving plate.
Don't be fooled by the Japanese decoration of these vintage plates because their origins
Category
Vintage 1960s German Anglo-Japanese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage English Regency Sheffield Silver Plated Fish Clam Shell Serving Platter
By Sheffield
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Regency Sheffield Silver Plated "Fish" Clam Shell Serving Platter. Circa Mid 20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver Plate
H 5.5 in W 16 in D 13.5 in
Vintage French Provincial Pottery Complete 27 Piece Fish Service Set, Circa 1950
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare vintage French provincial ceramic pottery complete 27 piece fish service set from Vallauris
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
H 10.5 in W 23 in D 9 in
Vintage Secla Portugal Ceramic Round Faience Fish Plates (set of 10)
By Secla
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Secla Portugal Ceramic Round Faience Fish Plates (set of 10)
Offered for sale is a set
Category
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Large Ceramic Pink Fish Vide-Poche / Decorative Plate by Rometti, Italy
By Rometti Ceramics 1
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces
Materials
Gold
H 1.97 in W 17.33 in D 10.63 in
1920s French Oval Hammered Copper Fish Plate Platter Antique Vintage Midcentury
Located in London, GB
a really amazing selection of copper fish platters coming from the French Riviera and an old
Category
Vintage 1960s French Aesthetic Movement Platters and Serveware
Materials
Copper
H 1.19 in W 22.84 in D 11.82 in
Vintage Mariposa Brillante Mid Century Modern Aluminum Fish Salad Bowl w Utensil
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mariposa Brillante 1995 Mid Century Modern Cast Aluminum "Fish" Salad Bowl with Fork
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Aluminum, Silver Plate
H 5.25 in W 13 in D 13 in
12 Flora Danica Fish Plates, Vintage and Vibrantly Painted, Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
sale a set of 12 generous sized plates featuring "fish". One of the most enchanting patterns having a
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Dinner Plates
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Mid Century Murano Glass Fish Aquarium Sculpture
By Vintage Murano Gallery, Aldo Barberi
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Italian hand blown solid glass aquarium with fish and sea life inclused into a clear blue curved
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Vintage Couroc Phenolic Resin Serving Tray with Inlaid Wood Fish Wharf Docks
By Jonathan Adler, The Couroc Company
Located in San Diego, CA
wood and brass depicting fish wharf bait tackle docks . Phenolic resin is resistant to damage from
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Shell, Resin
H 1 in W 18 in D 12.5 in
Art Nouveau 800 Silver Fish Servers Serving Set Fork & Knife Vintage, Sweden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Art Nouveau fish servers serving set of a fork & knife, vintage Sweden. These serving
Category
20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate
H 9.63 in W 1.25 in D 0.5 in
Vintage Bone China Narumi Fish And Shell Motif Serving Plates Set of Eight
By Narumi Porcelain
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely and elegant set of bone vintage serving, appetizer or salad plates are by Narumi
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Royal Hickman Bruce Cox Signed Pewter Shell Fish Plates, Set of 10
By Royal Hickman
Located in Miami, FL
Offered is a set of 10 vintage cast aluminum lobster claw footed shell fish serving dishes signed
Category
Vintage 1980s Thai Hollywood Regency Serving Pieces
Materials
Aluminum
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Vintage Glass Fish For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of vintage glass fish available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage glass fish was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, ceramic and metal. Vintage glass fish have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Nouveau vintage glass fish are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made vintage glass fish over the years, but those made by Blenko, Winslow Anderson and Alfredo Barbini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Vintage Glass Fish?
Prices for vintage glass fish start at $70 and top out at $7,600 with the average selling for $560.
Questions About Vintage Glass Fish
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify a Murano glass fish, first check the base for a maker's marking. Murano isn't one maker; it's an island located near Venice, Italy. Consequently, there isn't a single maker's mark that indicates a glass fish is Murano. However, you can research any maker's mark on the fish using trusted online resources to determine if the factory that produced it is based in Murano. Older Murano art glass may be completely unmarked, in which case experts generally recommend having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Murano art glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024To 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.
- What is vintage slag glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Slag 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, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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 29, 2024To 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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 20, 2024To 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.
- Is vintage glass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2023To 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, 2022The 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.