How do you identify vintage glass?

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.

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.

What is vintage slag glass?

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.

How do you tell if glass is vintage?

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.

Is vintage glass worth anything?

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.

How can you tell if a glass vase is vintage?

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.

How can I tell if my vintage glasses are gold?

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.

How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?

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.

How can you tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real?

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.

How can I tell the difference between vintage glass beads and plastic?

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.

Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Silver Enamel Butterfly

Category

20th Century Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass

Vintage Scandinavian Butterfly Glass Deco Block, 1970s

H 4.33 in W 4.72 in D 1.57 in

Mid Century Modern Lucite Butterfly Glass Top Side Table after Lion in Frost

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite Butterfly Glass Top Side Table after Lion in Frost. Item features

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Mid Century Modern Lucite Butterfly Glass Top Side Table after Lion in Frost

H 21 in W 27 in D 27 in

French Butterflies Glass Box Frame Midcentury

Located in Labrit, Landes

Midcentury glass box frame with butterflies, French, circa 1950. Good vintage condition

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass, Wood

French Butterflies Glass Box Frame Midcentury

H 20.48 in W 8.67 in D 1.58 in

Italian Modern Suspension Diablo Trio Chandelier in Butterfly Glass, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Stylish Diablo trio hanging/suspended lamp with 3 etched glass shades. The glass features hand

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Brass

Italian Modern Suspension Diablo Trio Chandelier in Butterfly Glass, 1950s

H 27.56 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Italian Modern Butterfly Glass & Brass Pendant Lights Attributed to Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Stylish pair of diablo shaped hanging lamps in glass and brass. The glass features hand-engraved

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Brass

Italian Modern Butterfly Glass & Brass Pendant Lights Attributed to Stilnovo

H 12.21 in Dm 5.52 in

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Brass & Glass Table Lamp

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

cylindrical design, decorative butterfly glass, brass accents, and white glass shade. This is an exceptional

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Brass & Glass Table Lamp

H 34 in W 9 in D 9 in

Gallé Mushroom Glass Lamp Shade with Butterfly, Art Nouveau, 1904

By Émile Gallé

Located in Lisbon, PT

Emile Gallé glass lamp shade in mushroom form, featuring acid-etched cameo decoration with a

Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Art Glass

Gallé Mushroom Glass Lamp Shade with Butterfly, Art Nouveau, 1904

H 2.37 in Dm 3.15 in

Large Vintage Scandinavian Glass Plate with Butterfly Design, 1970s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Large Vintage Scandinavian Glass Plate with Butterfly Design, 1970s, in Very Good conditions

Category

20th Century Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass

Large Vintage Scandinavian Glass Plate with Butterfly Design, 1970s

H 0.79 in Dm 13.78 in

Glass Ashtray or Vide Poche, Butterfly Shape, with a Gilted Decor Pattern

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

It is a glass ashtray, in the shape of a butterfly. It was made in France in the 80s. It has a gold

Category

1980s French Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass

Glass Ashtray or Vide Poche, Butterfly Shape, with a Gilted Decor Pattern

H 7.88 in W 7.88 in D 1.58 in

Verlys France Art Deco Opalescent Glass Lidded Box with Butterflies Decor

By Verlys Glass

Located in Atlanta, GA

on the lid. The decor features large night butterflies or moths, a design very popular at the end of

Category

1930s French Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Verlys France Art Deco Opalescent Glass Lidded Box with Butterflies Decor

H 2 in Dm 6.69 in

Nippon Art Nouveau Style Butterfly Vase

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a gorgeous Nippon Art Nouveau style butterfly vase. Fully marked on base for having

Category

Mid-20th Century Macanese Art Nouveau Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Nippon Art Nouveau Style Butterfly Vase

H 14.25 in W 7 in D 5.25 in

Drinks Coasters Butterfly Design, Set of Six

Located in New York, NY

late-20th century. Design includes flowers and butterflies with lattice-like ground/background design

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Laminate, Cork, Paper

Drinks Coasters Butterfly Design, Set of Six

H 0.13 in W 4.5 in D 3.75 in

Chinese enameled butterfly shaped pin tray, c. 1950

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Chinese polychrome enamel decorated butterfly form pin ray with a standing cobalt blue patterned

Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Enamel, Tin

Chinese enameled butterfly shaped pin tray, c. 1950

H 0.75 in W 6 in D 5 in

14 Piece Spode Butterfly Pattern Dessert Service, 1954

By Spode

Located in Worcester, GB

14 piece Spode butterfly pattern dessert service 1954 Manufacturer Spode Pattern Y7378

Category

Mid-20th Century British Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

14 Piece Spode Butterfly Pattern Dessert Service, 1954

H 3.94 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Five Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly lunch plates in porcelain.

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Five Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly lunch plates in hand-painted porcelain with gold rim. Model number

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Five Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly lunch plates in porcelain.

H 0.79 in Dm 8.27 in

White Ceramic Butterfly Motif Napkin Rings, Set of 4

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A set of four ceramic butterfly motif napkin rings. Fabulous for a spring table setting. Unsigned

Category

20th Century American American Classical Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

White Ceramic Butterfly Motif Napkin Rings, Set of 4

H 2.75 in W 2 in D 1 in

Art Deco Tray in Wood, with Butterfly Wings Pattern

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This tray is done in wood, and the top is decorated with butterfly wings. It has been made in

Category

1930s French Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Tray in Wood, with Butterfly Wings Pattern

H 1.97 in W 24.81 in D 13.39 in

Bing & Grondahl/B&G, Butterfly, Set of 10 Plates

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Bing & Grondahl/B&G, Butterfly. Set of 10 plates. Measures: 15.5 cm. In perfect condition. 2nd

Category

20th Century Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Bing & Grondahl/B&G, Butterfly, Set of 10 Plates

H 0.79 in Dm 5.91 in

Bennett Bean Large Scale Ceramic Vessel With Butterfly Accents

By Bennett Bean

Located in Palm Springs, CA

butterfly detailing. Measuring 14" in height by 10.5" at its widest. In very good vintage condition

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Earthenware

Bennett Bean Large Scale Ceramic Vessel With Butterfly Accents

H 14 in Dm 10.5 in

Famille Verte Porcelain Cabbage Leaf & Butterfly Dinner Plate

Located in New York, NY

A very beautiful, rare, and collectable Japanese porcelain famille verte cabbage leaf and butterfly

Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Famille Verte Porcelain Cabbage Leaf & Butterfly Dinner Plate

H 1 in W 10.38 in D 10.38 in

Unique Birger Kaipiainen Decorative Dish, Yellow Butterfly & Blooms, Arabia 1980

By Birger Kaipiainen, Arabia

Located in Helsinki, FI

butterfly in the form of a pansy and surrouded with flower blooms all around. The decoration also features

Category

1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Stoneware

Unique Birger Kaipiainen Decorative Dish, Yellow Butterfly & Blooms, Arabia 1980

H 16.93 in W 19.69 in D 1.97 in

6 French Art Deco Sabino Opalescant Glass Figurines Butterfly Elephant Sparrows

By Sabino Art Glass

Located in Dayton, OH

Six French Antique art Deco 1930s white opalescent art glass figurines by Sabino. Includes

Category

1930s Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Art Glass

6 French Art Deco Sabino Opalescant Glass Figurines Butterfly Elephant Sparrows

H 6 in W 2 in D 4.75 in

Meissen, Germany. Bowl hand-painted with butterfly and flowers. 1930s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Meissen, Germany. Bowl hand-painted with a butterfly on a branch and polychrome flower motifs. Gold

Category

1930s German Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Germany. Bowl hand-painted with butterfly and flowers. 1930s

H 1.19 in Dm 6.7 in

Rosenthal, Germany, Six Plates Hand Painted with Fruits and Butterflies

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Rosenthal, Germany, six plates hand painted with fruits, butterflies and gold decoration. Approx

Category

1930s German Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Rosenthal, Germany, Six Plates Hand Painted with Fruits and Butterflies

H 0.79 in Dm 7.09 in

Rosenthal, Germany, Six Plates Hand Painted with Fruits and Butterflies

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Rosenthal, Germany, six plates hand painted with fruits, butterflies and gold decoration. circa

Category

1930s German Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Rosenthal, Germany, Six Plates Hand Painted with Fruits and Butterflies

H 0.79 in Dm 7.09 in

Six Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly Deep Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Six Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly deep plates in hand-painted porcelain with gold rim. Model number 23

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Six Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly Deep Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain

H 1.58 in Dm 8.27 in

Five Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly Deep Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Five Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly deep plates in hand-painted porcelain with gold rim. Model number 22

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Five Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly Deep Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain

H 1.58 in Dm 9.45 in

Bing & Grondahl / B&G, "Butterfly", Complete Coffee Service in Porcelain

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Bing & Grondahl / B&G, "Butterfly". Complete coffee service in hand-painted porcelain for eight

Category

20th Century Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Bing & Grondahl / B&G, "Butterfly", Complete Coffee Service in Porcelain

H 9.85 in Dm 8.27 in

French Provincial Rouen Faience Floral Cornucopia Bird Butterfly Wall Decoration

By Rouen

Located in New York, NY

butterfly and a beautiful exotic bird create a lively composition in this joyful piece. Playful central knob

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French Provincial Rouen Faience Floral Cornucopia Bird Butterfly Wall Decoration

H 5.5 in Dm 13 in

Majolica Ceramic Box with Lid, Butterfly Decor, Italy Mid Century Modern

By Raymor

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Rare majolica box with lid is decorated with multicolored raised abstract butterfly motif on

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

Majolica Ceramic Box with Lid, Butterfly Decor, Italy Mid Century Modern

H 2 in W 5.5 in D 4 in

Bing & Grøndahl, Butterfly. Two Porcelain Plates and Two Small Bowls, 1930s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Bing & Grøndahl, Butterfly. Two porcelain plates and two small bowls. 1930s. In excellent

Category

1930s Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Bing & Grøndahl, Butterfly. Two Porcelain Plates and Two Small Bowls, 1930s

H 6.7 in Dm 0.79 in

Set of ‘Farfalle’ Butterflies Cups and Saucers by Piero Fornasetti, Italy, 1955

By Piero Fornasetti, Richard Ginori

Located in London, GB

A rare and early set of 'Farfalle' (Butterflies) ceramic cups and saucers designed by Piero

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Set of ‘Farfalle’ Butterflies Cups and Saucers by Piero Fornasetti, Italy, 1955

H 2.56 in Dm 5.12 in

Beautiful dish with Butterfly in porcelain by Piero Fornasetti. Mid-20th Century

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Knivsta, SE

A Beautiful dish with a Butterfly in porcelain designed by Piero Fornasetti during the Mid-20th

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Beautiful dish with Butterfly in porcelain by Piero Fornasetti. Mid-20th Century

H 0.79 in W 5.52 in D 4.34 in

Hollywood Regency Handcrafted Brass Butterfly Napkin Holder Table / Serveware

Located in Miami, FL

Hollywood Regency Asian Inspired Handcrafted brass butterfly napkin holder, kitchen accessories

Category

Late 20th Century Taiwanese Hollywood Regency Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Handcrafted Brass Butterfly Napkin Holder Table / Serveware

H 5 in W 7 in D 2.25 in

Set of 8 (+3) Antique Herend Style Porcelain Butterfly & Floral Dinner Plates

By Herend

Located in Atlanta, GA

whimsical insects, including butterflies and bees, adding a dynamic sense of movement and a touch of playful

Category

20th Century British Rococo Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 8 (+3) Antique Herend Style Porcelain Butterfly & Floral Dinner Plates

H 0.125 in Dm 9.5 in

Goldscheider Art Déco Dancer In Butterfly Skirt, by Josef Lorenzl, ca 1931

By Josef Lorenzl, Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

skirt with butterfly-wing-like decoration in blue and yellow, holding it up with outstretched arms to

Category

1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Goldscheider Art Déco Dancer In Butterfly Skirt, by Josef Lorenzl, ca 1931

H 11.82 in W 9.06 in D 4.73 in

Bing & Grøndahl, Three Butterfly Porcelain Plates with Gold Rim, Mid-20th C

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Bing & Grøndahl, three Butterfly porcelain plates with gold rim. Mid-20th century. Perfect

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Bing & Grøndahl, Three Butterfly Porcelain Plates with Gold Rim, Mid-20th C

H 0.79 in Dm 6.7 in

Two Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly dishes in hand-painted porcelain with gold rim.

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Two Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly dishes in hand-painted porcelain with gold rim. Mid-20th century

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Two Bing & Grøndahl Butterfly dishes in hand-painted porcelain with gold rim.

H 12.6 in Dm 1.97 in

Bing & Grondahl / B&G, Butterfly, Set of 10 Coffee Cups with Saucers

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Bing & Grondahl / B&G, Butterfly. Set of 10 coffee cups with saucers. Cup measures: 7.8 x 6.3 cm

Category

20th Century Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Bing & Grondahl / B&G, Butterfly, Set of 10 Coffee Cups with Saucers

H 2.76 in Dm 2.37 in

Whimsical Couroc Phenolic Resin Serving Bar Tray with Inlaid Butterflies

By Jonathan Adler, The Couroc Company

Located in San Diego, CA

wood and brass depicting colorful butterflies rare and beautiful tray . Phenolic resin is resistant to

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Shell, Resin

Whimsical Couroc Phenolic Resin Serving Bar Tray with Inlaid Butterflies

H 1 in W 15.5 in D 11 in

Goldscheider Art Déco Dancer in Butterfly Dress by Josef Lorenzl, circa 1930

By Josef Lorenzl, Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

A dancer in a butterfly costume is shown, standing, arms raised and head tilted sideways, making a

Category

1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Goldscheider Art Déco Dancer in Butterfly Dress by Josef Lorenzl, circa 1930

H 18.5 in W 10.62 in D 7.28 in

Vintage Brazilian Inlaid Wood Tray with Real Morpho Butterfly Wings

Located in Pulborough, GB

butterfly wings that have been expertly encapsulated under glass inlays within the wooden framework. The

Category

20th Century British Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Brazilian Inlaid Wood Tray with Real Morpho Butterfly Wings

H 18.51 in W 11.03 in D 1.58 in

Photo Frame Butterfly-Shaped Fired Enamel on Guillochè and Hand Engravings Sterl

By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Butterfly-shaped photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent polychrome

Category

1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Photo Frame Butterfly-Shaped Fired Enamel on Guillochè and Hand Engravings Sterl

H 0.99 in W 1.78 in D 1.26 in

Meissen, Germany. Hand-painted dinner plate with butterfly and flowers

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Meissen, Germany. Hand-painted dinner plate featuring a butterfly on a branch and polychrome flower

Category

1930s German Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Germany. Hand-painted dinner plate with butterfly and flowers

H 1.19 in Dm 9.85 in

Meissen, Germany. Hand-painted dinner plate with butterfly and flowers

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Meissen, Germany. Hand-painted dinner plate featuring a butterfly on a branch and polychrome flower

Category

1930s German Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Germany. Hand-painted dinner plate with butterfly and flowers

H 1.19 in Dm 9.85 in

10 Colefax & Fowler " Tulip and Butterfly " 11 Inch Dinner Plates

Located in Huntington, NY

shade of white and the fluted edge, highlighted with a dark blue border. The tulip and butterfly design

Category

Late 20th Century English Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Earthenware

10 Colefax & Fowler " Tulip and Butterfly " 11 Inch Dinner Plates

H 1.5 in Dm 11 in

Meissen Chinese Butterfly Large Soup Tureen in the Schmetterling Pattern

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Boston, MA

I am proud to offer you this rare Meissen Chinese butterfly soup tureen. The tureen is painted in

Category

1950s German Chinese Export Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Chinese Butterfly Large Soup Tureen in the Schmetterling Pattern

H 12 in W 15 in D 9.25 in

Herend Queen Victoria Older Oval Tray with Bows Flowers and Butterflies

By Herend

Located in Miami Beach, FL

green border. It has a weave rim and a gold edge. The pattern features flowers and butterflies and pink

Category

20th Century Hungarian Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Herend Queen Victoria Older Oval Tray with Bows Flowers and Butterflies

H 1.5 in W 15.5 in D 11 in

Simpson Hall Miller Aesthetic Movement Silver Plated Butterfly Tea Set - 6 Pcs

By Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Simpson Hall Miller Aesthetic Movement Silver Plated Butterfly Tea Set - 6 Pcs. Listing includes (2

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Silver Plate

Simpson Hall Miller Aesthetic Movement Silver Plated Butterfly Tea Set - 6 Pcs

H 10 in W 9 in D 6 in

Bing & Grondahl / B&G, Butterfly, Porcelain Leaf-Shaped Bowl, 2 Bowls Available

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Bing & Grondahl / B&G, Butterfly. Porcelain leaf-shaped bowl. Measures: 25 x 19 x 5 cm. In

Category

20th Century Danish Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Bing & Grondahl / B&G, Butterfly, Porcelain Leaf-Shaped Bowl, 2 Bowls Available

H 1.97 in W 9.85 in D 7.49 in

Pair of lamps with Murano glass butterflies

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

Pair of rare " butterflies" Murano glass lamps Dimensions given without shade No shade included

Category

1990s Italian Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Brass

Pair of lamps with Murano glass butterflies

H 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in

Daum Pate de Verre Glass Butterfly Perfume Bottle

By Daum

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Daum Pate de Verre Glass Butterfly Perfume Bottle Signed, Daum France. The spherical colorless

Category

20th Century Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass

Daum Pate de Verre Glass Butterfly Perfume Bottle

H 5.5 in Dm 3.5 in

Vintage Chinese Butterfly Relief Blue Glass Snuff Bottle

Located in San Diego, CA

A vintage Chinese butterfly relief blue glass snuff bottle, circa 1940s. The bottle has a unique

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass

Vintage Chinese Butterfly Relief Blue Glass Snuff Bottle

H 4.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.75 in

Large Handmade Venetian Glass Butterfly "Sputnik" Chandelier

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Very large Venetian handmade chandelier, inspired by 1950s “Sputnik” models, made with glass green

Category

20th Century Italian Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Brass

Large Handmade Venetian Glass Butterfly "Sputnik" Chandelier

H 31.5 in Dm 51.19 in

Fontana Arte #Butterfly" Brass Glass 1958 Italy

By Fontana Arte

Located in Milano, IT

Pair Farfalla wall sconce Fontana Arte Glass and brass 1958

Category

1950s Italian Other Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass

Fontana Arte #Butterfly" Brass Glass 1958 Italy

H 5.91 in W 11.03 in D 5.12 in

Vintage Butterfly Lucite and Glass Cocktail Coffee Table Rolling

Located in Lake Worth, FL

rolling butterfly lucite and glass center cocktail coffee table Featuring a beveled glass top and both

Category

1980s Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Lucite, Glass

Vintage Butterfly Lucite and Glass Cocktail Coffee Table Rolling

H 16 in W 54 in D 23.75 in

Chandelier with White Murano Glass Flowers and Crystal Butterflies

Located in Antwerp, BE

Brass Chandelier with Handmade White Murano Glass Flowers and Crystal Butterflies The fixture is

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Chandelier with White Murano Glass Flowers and Crystal Butterflies

H 21.26 in Dm 19.69 in

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Flower Butterfly Italian Art Glass Paperweights

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

glass paperweights. Documented to the Fratelli Toso Company. The first has concentric rows of wild

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine

Fratelli Toso Murano Millefiori Flower Butterfly Italian Art Glass Paperweights

H 2.75 in Dm 3 in

Antique Butterfly Collection Glass Shadow Box Wall Decoration, Spain, 1970

Located in Madrid, ES

Shadow box made in wood and glass containing a butterfly collection.

Category

1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Butterfly Collection Glass Shadow Box Wall Decoration, Spain, 1970

H 9.06 in W 24.81 in D 2.17 in

Gripoix Golden Metal and Glass Paste Butterfly Brooch

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Gripoix - (Made in France) Golden metal and glass paste brooch representing a butterfly. Not signed

Category

1960s French Vintage Butterfly Glasses

Gripoix Golden Metal and Glass Paste Butterfly Brooch

H 2.76 in W 2.76 in

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Vintage Butterfly Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage butterfly glasses available for sale. Frequently made of glass, metal and ceramic, all vintage butterfly glasses available were constructed with great care. Vintage butterfly glasses have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage butterfly glasses are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many vintage butterfly glasses are appealing in their simplicity, but Josef Lorenzl, Tiffany & Co. and Lion in Frost produced popular vintage butterfly glasses that are worth a look.

How Much are Vintage Butterfly Glasses?

Vintage butterfly glasses can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,211, while the lowest priced sells for $34 and the highest can go for as much as $28,950.

Questions About Vintage Butterfly Glasses

How do you identify vintage glass?
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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.
How can you tell if glass is vintage?
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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.
What is vintage slag glass?
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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.
How do you tell if glass is vintage?
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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.
Is vintage glass worth anything?
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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.
How can you tell if a glass vase is vintage?
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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.
How can I tell if my vintage glasses are gold?
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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.
How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?
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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.
How can you tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real?
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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.
How can I tell the difference between vintage glass beads and plastic?
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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.