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Melchiorre Bega Italian Vintage Sideboard in Red Glass
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Milano, IT
masterpiece in wood and red glass, a symphony of form and function. This captivating sideboard boasts an aura
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage rattan sideboard, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant sideboard with woven rattan doors, 5 central drawers and a nice curved wooden and glass top
Category

Vintage 1970s French Bohemian Sideboards

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Wood

Vintage rattan sideboard, 1970s
Vintage rattan sideboard, 1970s
H 37.01 in W 73.63 in D 16.15 in
vintage sideboard highboard 60s Swedish
By Erik Wortz, IKEA
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard highboard 60s Swedish period 80s design Erik Wortz Ikea Sweden condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Buffets

Materials

Glass, Teak

vintage sideboard  highboard  60s  Swedish
vintage sideboard  highboard  60s  Swedish
H 55.52 in W 61.42 in D 18.51 in
Vintage Italian Post Modern 2-Door Green White Brass Murano Glass Sideboard
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind vintage early 1980s Italian Post-Modern unique 2-door credenza sideboard entirely
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Vintage dark blue sideboard, 1980s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage dark blue wooden sideboard with a grey marble top and glass shelving. Beautiful timeless
Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Marble

Vintage dark blue sideboard, 1980s
Vintage dark blue sideboard, 1980s
H 34.26 in W 78.75 in D 18.12 in
vintage sideboard wall cupboard 60s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard wall cupboard 60s Swedish period 60's design unknown Sweden condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Teak

vintage sideboard  wall cupboard  60s  Swedish
vintage sideboard  wall cupboard  60s  Swedish
H 44.49 in W 58.27 in D 17.33 in
vintage sideboard wall unit 1960s Sweden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard wall unit 1960s Sweden period 1960s design unknown Sweden condition good
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Buffets

Materials

Brass

vintage sideboard  wall unit  1960s  Sweden
vintage sideboard  wall unit  1960s  Sweden
H 68.9 in W 27.56 in D 16.54 in
Vintage Italian Sideboard, 'circa 1950s'
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in London, GB
Italian vintage sideboard with drinks cupboard (circa 1950s), possibly by celebrated furniture
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage Italian Sideboard, 'circa 1950s'
Vintage Italian Sideboard, 'circa 1950s'
H 36.23 in W 78.75 in D 19.3 in
vintage display cabinet sideboard 1950s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage display cabinet sideboard 1950s Swedish period 1950s design unknown Sweden condition
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood

vintage display cabinet  sideboard  1950s  Swedish
vintage display cabinet  sideboard  1950s  Swedish
H 51.19 in W 51.19 in D 11.03 in
vintage sideboard wall cupboard pine Sweden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard wall cupboard pine Sweden period 70s design unknown Sweden condition good
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Buffets

Materials

Glass, Pine

vintage sideboard  wall cupboard  pine  Sweden
vintage sideboard  wall cupboard  pine  Sweden
H 66.93 in W 41.54 in D 17.72 in
vintage sideboard wall cupboard 60s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard wall cupboard 60s Swedish period 60's design unknown Sweden condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Buffets

Materials

Brass

vintage sideboard  wall cupboard  60s  Swedish
vintage sideboard  wall cupboard  60s  Swedish
H 72.84 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Asian Style Carved Rosewood Credenza/Sideboard with Custom Glass Cover
By George Zee
Located in East Freetown, MA
Asian style rosewood credenza / sideboard with carved longevity design and separate protective
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Roma, IT
Vittorio and Plinio Dassi, midcentury Sideboard. Width 200 cm - Height 97 cm - Depth 50 cm
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Vintage Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
H 38.19 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in
vintage sideboard wall cupboard wall unit 60's
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard wall cupboard wall unit 60's period 60's design unknown Sweden condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Buffets

Materials

Glass, Teak

vintage sideboard  wall cupboard  wall unit  60's
vintage sideboard  wall cupboard  wall unit  60's
H 68.9 in W 39.38 in D 16.54 in
20th Century Italian Vintage Palisanderwood Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian credenza made of hand crafted lacquered palisanderwood
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Palisander

20th Century Italian Modern Maplewood Sideboard - Vintage Walnut Credenza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Cenutry Modern Italian sideboard with a clear glass top made of hand
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Italian Chinoiserie Eglomise Mirrored Cabinet, Sideboard or Bar
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Glamorous 1930s art deco Italian chinoiserie cabinet featuring four reverse painted Asian figures on a silver foil background, two cabinet doors in front with bronze seashell hardwar...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Sideboards

Materials

Glass

Vintage English Regency Style Sideboard/Credenza and Vitrine Cabinet - 2 piece
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage English Regency Style Inlaid & Banded Sideboard/Credenza and Display Vitrine Cabinet - 2
Category

Mid-20th Century English Regency Sideboards

Materials

Felt, Glass, Mirror, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cherry Wood Commode Sideboard 1950s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid century modern vintage commode or sideboard from cherry wood designed and executed Italy 1950s
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Vintage Sideboard Model "Mb3" for Azucena by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, 1961
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sideboard Model "MB3" for Azucena was realized by Luigi Caccia Dominioni in Italy in 1961
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage Triple Spot Light Military Campaign Library Bookcase Sideboard Drawers
By Multiyork
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Vintage Multiyork Military Campaign library
Category

20th Century English Campaign Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Italian Bar or Sideboard from the 1940s to Luigi Brusotti Vintage
By Luigi Brusotti
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Italian bar or sideboard from the 1940s attributed to Luigi Brusotti. Solid rosewood structure and
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Murano Glass, Wood

1950s vintage wooden sideboard sideboard design Permanente furniture Cantù
By Esposizione Permanente mobili Cantù
Located in None, IT
Four-drawer wooden sideboard with gilt brass handles, front door and top shelf covered in mirrored glass with decorations. Design Permanent Exhibition Cantù Furniture, 1950s. CONDIT...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Brass, Glass Sideboard in the Style of Maison Jansen / Romeo Rega
Located in Vilnius, LT
Italian mid-century brass and smoked glass sideboard in the style of Maison Jansen / Romeo Rega
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Vintage circa 1940's Flamed Hardwood & Satinwood Sideboard Display Cabinet Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage circa 1940’s hand made in England, Flamed
Category

Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood, Glass, Satinwood

Vintage 1950s sideboard sideboard in brass wood and glass Italian design
Located in None, IT
Credenza with wooden frame with gilt brass inserts and glass top, four drawers with two original keys, Italian design, 1950s. CONDITION: In good condition, may show signs of wear an...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Stunning Vintage circa 1930s Sideboard Drinks Pop Up Bar Table on Wheels
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Art Deco circa 1930s sideboard size drinks table with pop
Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mirror Skyscraper Sideboard by Ello Furniture
By Ello Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Vintage Mid-Century Modern mirror glass sideboard by Ello Furniture. The coveted six door
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Mirror

Italian Mid-Century Mirrored Sliding Doors Television Sideboard Stand
By Romeo Rega
Located in Vilnius, LT
Italian mid-century mirrored sideboard or console stand for television in the style of Romeo Rega
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Modern Big Mahogany Sideboard, Osvaldo Borsani, Italy 1950 's
By Atelier Borsani Varedo, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Italian Midcentury Modern Big Sideboard, Osvaldo Borsani for Atelier Borsani Varedo, Italy 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Sideboard by Belgo Chome in the Style of Maison Jansen, 1970s
By Belgo Chrome, Maison Jansen
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage sideboard / commode from 1970s in the style of Maison Jansen. Doors are covered with black
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Vintage Polish "VAR B Typ 548" Sideboard with Black and White Glass, 1964
Located in Warsaw, PL
This modernist sideboard was manufactured in Poland and produced by Wloclawskie Fabryki Mebli in
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Pierre Vandel 1970s Burgundy Cabinet Storage Piece Sideboard
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, GB
Pierre Vandel two-door cabinet in burgundy color with brass details, glass top, acrylic body and
Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Scandinavian Buffet Sideboard
Located in Hilversum, Noord Holland
Vintage handmade midcentury buffet sideboard with a fold open desk part and stained glass windows
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Buffets

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

Midcentury Scandinavian Buffet Sideboard
Midcentury Scandinavian Buffet Sideboard
H 37.01 in W 31.89 in D 36.23 in
Rare German mid-century small sideboard With glass Top /side table, 1950s
By Vintage Specialties
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Rare German mid-century small sideboard With Glass Top /side table, 1950s Dimensions: : 32 D x
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Teak

Vintage Italian Sideboard in Wood Brass and Glass
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant Italian sideboard or chest of drawers from the 1950s. The sideboard has a very geometric
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Sideboard Rosewood Veneer Glass Brass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A sideboard, rosewood veneer, decorated glass on the doors amd raised top, back-treated glass on
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1960s sideboard
Located in Oostende, BE
This vintage sideboard from the 60s has 3 drawers, a display shelf in glass, and 3 additional
Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage 1960s sideboard
Vintage 1960s sideboard
H 46.07 in W 53.55 in D 16.93 in
Melchiorre Bega Vintage Sideboard in Wood and Red Glass
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant sideboard in wood and red glass designed by Melchiorre Bega in the 1950s. The sideboard is
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Wood

Sideboard Mahogany Veneer Back Treated Glass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A sideboard, mahogany veneer, back-treated glass. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Italian Vintage Sideboard Attr. Ico Parisi in Wood Glass
By Ico Parisi
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful vintage sideboard attributed to Ico Parisi of 1950 Italian manufacture. The sideboard was
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Glass

40s Vintage Wooden Sideboard with Art Dec Design Glass Lamp
Located in None, IT
Sideboard in walnut veneered wood with four doors with lock and keys; built-in lamp on the upper
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Sideboard Glass Ash Veneer Stained Ebony Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
A sideboard with raised top and glass sliding doors. Ash veneer, ebony stained veneer. Manufactured
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Ash

Sideboard Rosewood Veneer Retro Treated Glass Brass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A living room sideboard, hinged and sliding glass doors, rosewood veneer, retro treated glass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Vintage Coastal Rattan Sideboard
Located in west palm beach, FL
Gorgeous vintage Coastal sideboard. Beautiful deep brown rattan in a classic design. Inset glass
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Sideboards

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Vintage Coastal Rattan Sideboard
Vintage Coastal Rattan Sideboard
H 30 in W 42 in D 18 in
Sideboard Rosewood Veneer Back-Painted Glass Brass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A sideboard, rosewood veneer, back-painted glass, brass. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Sideboard Rosewood Veneer Glass Carved and Gilded Wood Brass Vintage, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
A sideboard, rosewood veneer, back-treated glass, carved and gilded wooden decorations, brass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Sideboard with Mirror Rosewood Veneer Retro Treated Glass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A sideboard with mirror, drawer and drop-leaf door. Rosewood veneer and retro treated glass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Rosewood

Sideboard Rosewood Veneer Carved Wood Opal Glass Brass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A sideboard, rosewood veneer, carved wooden legs, opal glass top, brass. Manufactured in Italy
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

vintage sideboard dresser teak Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard dresser teak Swedish period 60's design unknown Sweden condition good
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Teak

vintage sideboard  dresser  teak  Swedish
vintage sideboard  dresser  teak  Swedish
H 27.96 in W 71.86 in D 9.85 in
vintage sideboard highboard 60s Sweden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard highboard 60s Sweden period 60's design unknown Sweden condition good
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Buffets

Materials

Brass

vintage sideboard  highboard  60s  Sweden
vintage sideboard  highboard  60s  Sweden
H 46.46 in W 61.42 in D 17.13 in
Modern Chrome Sideboard with Glass Shelves
Located in Astoria, NY
Modern sideboard in chromed metal with glass shelves. The piece has three levels of glass shelves
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Umberto Mascagni Chinoiserie Sideboard
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Austin, TX
An iconic Italian midcentury chinoiserie sideboard by designer Umberto Mascagni. Black glass panels
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chinoiserie Buffets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Umberto Mascagni Chinoiserie Sideboard
Vintage Umberto Mascagni Chinoiserie Sideboard
H 36.125 in W 43.25 in L 36.125 in
Vintage American Mirrored Glass Sideboard By Ello Furniture, 1970s / 1980s
By Ello Furniture
Located in Hastings, GB
A stunning mirrored sideboard by Ello Furniture, USA 1980s. Bevelled mirror glass top & mirror
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Vintage Post Modern Cream Glass & Steel Sideboard By Ello Furniture, USA 1980s
By Ello Furniture
Located in Hastings, GB
A rare colourway for Ello Furniture... This sideboard has cream glass doors and top; steel body and
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sideboards

Materials

Steel

Sideboard Mahogany Veneer Formica Back-Treated Glass Vintage, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A sideboard, mahogany veneer, formica inserts, back-treated glass. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Formica, Mahogany

Industrial Stainless Steel and Glass Sideboard
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage industrial modern storage cabinet on casters. the piece is in stainless steel with glass
Category

20th Century American Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage American Mirrored Glass Sideboard By Ello Furniture, 1970s 1980s
By Ello Furniture
Located in Hastings, GB
A stunning mirrored sideboard by Ello Furniture, USA 1980s. Bevelled mirror glass doors and top
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

vintage wall cupboard sideboard 60s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage wall cupboard sideboard 60s Swedish period 60's design unknown Sweden condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Buffets

Materials

Glass, Teak

vintage wall cupboard  sideboard  60s  Swedish
vintage wall cupboard  sideboard  60s  Swedish
H 72.45 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in
vintage sideboard wall unit 60s Sweden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sideboard wall unit 60s Sweden period 60's design unknown Sweden condition good
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Buffets

Materials

Glass, Teak

vintage sideboard  wall unit  60s  Sweden
vintage sideboard  wall unit  60s  Sweden
H 72.45 in W 39.38 in D 16.93 in
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Vintage Glass Sideboard For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage glass sideboard you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each vintage glass sideboard for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, wood and brass. Your living room may not be complete without a vintage glass sideboard — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage glass sideboard is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. A well-made vintage glass sideboard has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Umberto Mascagni, Consorzio Esposizione Mobili Cantù and La Permanente Mobili Cantù are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Glass Sideboard?

Prices for a vintage glass sideboard can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $615 and can go as high as $9,198, while the average can fetch as much as $2,462.
Questions About Vintage Glass Sideboard
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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 8, 2024
    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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Slag 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To 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 29, 2024
    To 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    The 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.

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