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Set of Seven Saint-Louis Crystal White Wine Glasses
Set of Seven Saint-Louis Crystal White Wine Glasses

Set of Seven Saint-Louis Crystal White Wine Glasses

By Saint Louis

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

An exceptional set of 7 crystal water glasses in sparkling Saint-Louis crystal. The tulip-shaped

Category

20th Century Barware

Materials

Crystal

Oswald Haerdtl Set of Six Mid-Century Crystal Wine Glasses, Austria, 1950s
Oswald Haerdtl Set of Six Mid-Century Crystal Wine Glasses, Austria, 1950s

Oswald Haerdtl Set of Six Mid-Century Crystal Wine Glasses, Austria, 1950s

By Oswald Haerdtl

Located in Vienna, AT

A set of six elegant and fine handmade drinking glasses for wine or water, made of clear crystal

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 8 Fine Tudor Crystal Hand Cut Wine Glasses
Set of 8 Fine Tudor Crystal Hand Cut Wine Glasses

Set of 8 Fine Tudor Crystal Hand Cut Wine Glasses

Located in Worcester, GB

Set of 8 Fine Tudor Crystal Hand Cut Wine Glasses A fine set of eight hand-crafted wine glasses

Category

Late 20th Century British Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

13-Piece Set Crystal Wine Glasses - Cristallerie De Lorraine
13-Piece Set Crystal Wine Glasses - Cristallerie De Lorraine

13-Piece Set Crystal Wine Glasses - Cristallerie De Lorraine

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful set of crystal wine glasses with a matching carafe, made by the French brand

Category

Vintage 1960s French Louis XVI Tableware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 6 Green Overlay Baccarat Crystal glasses, 1 Decanter, Saint Louis
Set of 6 Green Overlay Baccarat Crystal glasses, 1 Decanter, Saint Louis

Set of 6 Green Overlay Baccarat Crystal glasses, 1 Decanter, Saint Louis

By Baccarat

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, set of 6 high-end glasses by Baccarat and 1 carafe by Saint Lois in green

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of Three Mid Century Crystal Green Glass Bowls, Italy, 1970s
Set of Three Mid Century Crystal Green Glass Bowls, Italy, 1970s

Set of Three Mid Century Crystal Green Glass Bowls, Italy, 1970s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

with other crystal glass bowls Straightforward and minimalistic design of the 1970s design era. This

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Set 6 Crystal Water Glasses, Gallo, Germany, 1970s
Vintage Set 6 Crystal Water Glasses, Gallo, Germany, 1970s

Vintage Set 6 Crystal Water Glasses, Gallo, Germany, 1970s

Located in Bastogne, BE

Vintage Crystal Water Glasses GALLO, Germany, 1970s Vintage Crystal Water Glasses with gilt rim

Category

Vintage 1970s German Barware

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Oreefors Crystal Bar Glasses set Pearl Diver
Art Deco Oreefors Crystal Bar Glasses set Pearl Diver

Art Deco Oreefors Crystal Bar Glasses set Pearl Diver

By Vicke Lindstrand

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Gorgeous set of 6 vintage crystal bar glasses signed Orrefors, circa 1950's. Each glass has a

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 5 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1830
Set of 5 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1830

Set of 5 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1830

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of five handmade French Champagne flutes in crystal glass, fabricated around 1830

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Romantic Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 7 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1890
Set of 7 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1890

Set of 7 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1890

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of seven handmade French Champagne flutes in crystal glass, fabricated around 1890

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 4 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1870
Set of 4 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1870

Set of 4 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1870

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of four handmade French Champagne flutes in crystal glass, fabricated around 1870

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 3 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1880
Set of 3 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1880

Set of 3 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1880

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of three handmade French Champagne flutes in crystal glass, fabricated around 1880

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 4 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1870
Set of 4 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1870

Set of 4 French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1870

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of four handmade French Champagne flutes in crystal glass, fabricated around 1870

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of Five French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1890
Set of Five French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1890

Set of Five French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1890

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of five handmade French Champagne flutes in crystal glass, fabricated around 1890

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of Six French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1870
Set of Six French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1870

Set of Six French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1870

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of six handmade French Champagne flutes in crystal glass, fabricated around 1870

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of Four French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1890
Set of Four French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1890

Set of Four French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1890

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of four handmade French Champagne flutes in crystal glass, fabricated around 1890

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of Four French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1880
Set of Four French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1880

Set of Four French Champagne Flutes in Crystal Glass, Ca. 1880

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

A beautiful set of four handmade French Champagne flutes in crystal glass, fabricated around 1880

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Glass

Materials

Crystal

Biedermeier Style Bohemian Crystal Bottle and Glasses Set, 20th Century
Biedermeier Style Bohemian Crystal Bottle and Glasses Set, 20th Century

Biedermeier Style Bohemian Crystal Bottle and Glasses Set, 20th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A set of Bohemian crystal bottle and six glasses in the Biedermeir style. This Biedermeier

Category

20th Century Czech Biedermeier Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

Complete Set of 36 Baccarat Crystal Drinking Glasses, France, c.1960
Complete Set of 36 Baccarat Crystal Drinking Glasses, France, c.1960

Complete Set of 36 Baccarat Crystal Drinking Glasses, France, c.1960

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning set of crystal drinking glasses made by the world renowned glass manufacturer Baccarat

Category

20th Century French Other Glass

Materials

Glass

1970s Mod Set of Two Tumbler Water Goblet Crystal Glasses
1970s Mod Set of Two Tumbler Water Goblet Crystal Glasses

1970s Mod Set of Two Tumbler Water Goblet Crystal Glasses

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1970s Mod Set of Two Water Goblet Crystal Glasses Thick Stem Vintage Antique Crystal Cut Beautiful

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of 4 Baccarat Hand Blown Elbeuf Cut Crystal Liquor Glasses
Set of 4 Baccarat Hand Blown Elbeuf Cut Crystal Liquor Glasses

Set of 4 Baccarat Hand Blown Elbeuf Cut Crystal Liquor Glasses

By Baccarat

Located in Mérida, YU

Baccarat glasses are hand blown clear crystal and cut with elegant lines, brilliantly refracting light like

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Crystal

Dansk Crystal Oval Facette Highball Glasses Set of 5
Dansk Crystal Oval Facette Highball Glasses Set of 5

Dansk Crystal Oval Facette Highball Glasses Set of 5

By Baccarat, Jonathan Adler, Tiffany & Co., Dansk

Located in San Diego, CA

Tall, column like, crystal clear and modernist in essence, these beautiful glasses will make a

Category

1990s French Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 6 Baccarat Hand Blown Elbeuf Cut Crystal Liquor Glasses
Set of 6 Baccarat Hand Blown Elbeuf Cut Crystal Liquor Glasses

Set of 6 Baccarat Hand Blown Elbeuf Cut Crystal Liquor Glasses

By Baccarat

Located in Mérida, YU

Baccarat glasses are hand blown clear crystal and cut with elegant lines, brilliantly refracting light like

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of Twelve Crystal Martini Glasses by Christinenhutte, Germany
Set of Twelve Crystal Martini Glasses by Christinenhutte, Germany

Set of Twelve Crystal Martini Glasses by Christinenhutte, Germany

By Christinenhutte

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Germany, 1970s. This set of twelve cocktail glasses is made in fine ground and blown

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 6 BRIANO cognac engraved crystal glasses, by Giberto Venezia
Set of 6 BRIANO cognac engraved crystal glasses, by Giberto Venezia

Set of 6 BRIANO cognac engraved crystal glasses, by Giberto Venezia

By Giberto Venezia

Located in Venezia, IT

The Briano glass is the perfect choice for enjoying brandy or scotch on the rocks, combining

Category

2010s Italian Glass

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Baccarat, France. Set of six Art Deco glasses in clear crystal. Faceted.
Baccarat, France. Set of six Art Deco glasses in clear crystal. Faceted.

Baccarat, France. Set of six Art Deco glasses in clear crystal. Faceted.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Baccarat, France. A set of six Art Deco glasses in clear crystal. Faceted. From the 1930s. Perfect

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of Eight Antique Crystal Gilded Glasses in the Saint Louis Style
Set of Eight Antique Crystal Gilded Glasses in the Saint Louis Style

Set of Eight Antique Crystal Gilded Glasses in the Saint Louis Style

By Saint Louis

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

An elegant set of eight 19th century crystal wine glasses, each one generously embellished with a

Category

Antique 19th Century French Glass

Materials

Crystal

Baccarat - Set of Dom Perignon Crystal Champagne Water Wine Glasses - 40 Pieces
Baccarat - Set of Dom Perignon Crystal Champagne Water Wine Glasses - 40 Pieces

Baccarat - Set of Dom Perignon Crystal Champagne Water Wine Glasses - 40 Pieces

By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Set of 40 glasses "Dom Perignon" made in crystal by Baccarat in 1960s Stamped signature under each

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 24 Crystal Glasses with Silver by C. Bos & Zn, Amsterdam
Set of 24 Crystal Glasses with Silver by C. Bos & Zn, Amsterdam

Set of 24 Crystal Glasses with Silver by C. Bos & Zn, Amsterdam

Located in Delft, NL

Set of 24 crystal glasses with silver by C. Bos & Zn, Amsterdam 4 Sets of glasses of 6 in box

Category

20th Century Dutch Glass

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Set of Ten Saint Louis 'Adour' Series Crystal Wine or Water Glasses
Set of Ten Saint Louis 'Adour' Series Crystal Wine or Water Glasses

Set of Ten Saint Louis 'Adour' Series Crystal Wine or Water Glasses

By Saint Louis

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A sparkling set of 10 fine crystal wine or water glasses, by Saint Louis, from the 'Adour' pattern

Category

Mid-20th Century French Glass

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Barthmann Crystal Wine Glasses Set 6, 1960s, West Germany
Vintage Barthmann Crystal Wine Glasses Set 6, 1960s, West Germany

Vintage Barthmann Crystal Wine Glasses Set 6, 1960s, West Germany

Located in Bastogne, BE

with this extraordinary set of 6 vintage wine glasses from the renowned German manufactory, Barthmann

Category

Vintage 1960s German Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Barthmann Crystal Liqueur Glasses Set 6, 1960s, West Germany
Vintage Barthmann Crystal Liqueur Glasses Set 6, 1960s, West Germany

Vintage Barthmann Crystal Liqueur Glasses Set 6, 1960s, West Germany

Located in Bastogne, BE

ordinary glasses. Crafted from high-quality crystal containing 30% lead oxide – a hallmark of Swarovski

Category

Vintage 1960s German Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 11 Crystal Champagne Glasses - Lalique France - Model Barsac
Set of 11 Crystal Champagne Glasses - Lalique France - Model Barsac

Set of 11 Crystal Champagne Glasses - Lalique France - Model Barsac

By Lalique

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful set of 1 crystal champagne glasses, from the French brand Lalique. The name of the

Category

1990s French Modern Tableware

Materials

Crystal

Elegant Set 5 Crystal Champagne Glasses by Gallo, Germany, 1980s
Elegant Set 5 Crystal Champagne Glasses by Gallo, Germany, 1980s

Elegant Set 5 Crystal Champagne Glasses by Gallo, Germany, 1980s

Located in Bastogne, BE

Elegant Rare Set of 5 ice effect Crystal Glasses with gilding and embossed surface by German

Category

Vintage 1980s German Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of Six Facet Cut Crystal White Wine Glasses c1930
Set of Six Facet Cut Crystal White Wine Glasses c1930

Set of Six Facet Cut Crystal White Wine Glasses c1930

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : Set of six early 20th century facet cut white wine glasses Period : Early 20th century

Category

Vintage 1930s British Georgian Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Set of 2 Cut Crystal High Ball Glasses Barware Handcrafted in Italy
Set of 2 Cut Crystal High Ball Glasses Barware Handcrafted in Italy

Set of 2 Cut Crystal High Ball Glasses Barware Handcrafted in Italy

By WARM, Corinna Warm

Located in Santa Monica, CA

created a unique, handcrafted, mouth blown, cut crystal water carafe and drinking glasses. The decanter

Category

2010s Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Italian Tre Fuochi Ruby red crystal glass liquor set, 1950s
Italian Tre Fuochi Ruby red crystal glass liquor set, 1950s

Italian Tre Fuochi Ruby red crystal glass liquor set, 1950s

Located in Delft, NL

Italian Tre Fuochi Ruby red crystal glass liquor set, 1950s An Italian Tre Fuochi liquor set in

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Barware

Materials

Crystal

Whiskey Glasses Baccarat Style Sapphire Blue Cut Crystal Set of 8
Whiskey Glasses Baccarat Style Sapphire Blue Cut Crystal Set of 8

Whiskey Glasses Baccarat Style Sapphire Blue Cut Crystal Set of 8

By Baccarat

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Whiskey Glasses Tumbler Baccarat Sapphire Blue Cut Crystal Set of 8. Set of eight vintage whiskey

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Black Forest Set of Six Glass Plates Green Crystal Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Black Forest Set of Six Glass Plates Green Crystal Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

Black Forest Set of Six Glass Plates Green Crystal Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

By Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Set of six plates in green crystal with an antique hunting decor all around. The charming hand

Category

2010s German Black Forest Glass

Materials

Crystal

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Crystal Glass Set For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal crystal glass set for your home. Each crystal glass set for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, crystal and glass. If you’re shopping for a crystal glass set, we have 937 options in-stock, while there are 152 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the crystal glass set you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A crystal glass set made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one crystal glass set that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baccarat, Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel and Cristalleries De Baccarat produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Crystal Glass Set?

Prices for a crystal glass set can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $10 and can go as high as $68,850, while the average can fetch as much as $1,438.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Crystal Glass Set
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, crystal glass is real crystal. However, it's important to understand what the term means. In the world of glassware, crystal is a type of glass that features an additive like lead oxide, potassium carbonate or barium oxide to increase its durability. Crystal glass is crystal because it contains these additives, but it does not actually have a crystalline structure from a scientific perspective. The term crystal as used by glassworks comes from the word "Cristallo," which was pioneered by Italian glassblowers to describe high-end glassware. It doesn't have the same meaning as the word crystal when employed in scientific contexts. Shop a large collection of crystal glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Walther Glass (formerly known as Walther-Glas) is renowned for its examples of antique crystal glass. Sought after to this day by collectors, the company still exists albeit under different ownership and a more international business model. Shop a collection of Walther Glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Crystal is a subcategory of glass with a high mineral (usually lead) content.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Baccarat makes crystal, not glass. The company opened in 1764 in Baccarat, Lorraine, France, at the order of King Louis XV of France. Today, Baccarat operates out of headquarters in Paris. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Baccarat crystal ware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Baccarat is a French manufacturer of fine crystal. Baccarat did originally start as a glasswork company with production primarily consisting of window panes, mirrors and stemware up until 1816. The brand then switched to crystal production, creating expertly crafted stemware, chandeliers and other pieces in a variety of design styles. Browse a collection of antique and modern Baccarat crystal decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It depends. Since 1903, Steuben has been famous for both its glassware and crystal. Crystal is a kind of glass with additives that make it strong and able to be used in elegantly thin designs. Crystal also refracts light, creating a striking look. Steuben is known for its exceptionally beautiful crystal formula. Shop a range of Steuben glass and crystal pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify your crystal glasses, look at the bases, inner rims and stems for the maker's markings. Some makers mark pieces permanently with acid-etching or laser-engraving, while others use foil or label tags. The latter may come loose during washing or over time, so it's possible that your glasses may be unmarked. In addition, some makers of antique crystal wares didn't mark their products at all. If you do find a mark or label, use trusted online resources to find out which maker utilized it. If you need further assistance, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a large collection of crystal glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Moser products are lead-free crystal. According to their website, the company has been using only lead-free crystal since 1893 to create some of the most skilled crystal products, with master-craft abilities and incredibly durable finishes. Shop a collection of Moser crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The difference between glass and crystal wine glasses is their composition. Mineral deposits like lead, magnesium or zinc strengthen crystal glass, rendering it thin but durable. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of wine glasses and other glassware from different periods.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are several ways to tell if an item is crystal or glass. The main difference between crystal and glass is that crystal is made with lead, making it easier to add decorative elements. Crystal refracts and disperses light, creating a rainbow effect, and is heavier than regular glass. When gently tapped, crystal items create a ringing, musical sound. If you are still unsure, consult a certified appraiser. Browse a range of authenticated fine crystal and glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, some crystal glasses are worth something. Specifically, collectors often search for pieces from specific luxury makers, such as Daum, Baccarat, Cristal D'Arques, Gorham, Waterford, Riedel, Orrefors, Christofle, Lalique and Steuben. Along with the maker, factors that impact the potential value of crystal wares include their type, style, age and condition. If you'd like to learn the estimated value of your crystal glasses, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of crystal glasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Crystal is considered highly desirable in glassware due to its clarity, however, not all glassware is made of crystal. Crystal is more durable than standard glass and is often thinner because of its strength, yet it's more porous and requires handwashing. Shop a range of wine glasses, including crystal, from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Acidic drinks like wine and citrus juices can leach lead from a crystal glass. However, unless the liquid is stored in the glass for more than a few hours, drinking it is generally safe.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Hold the piece up to a light source. If you see a prism effect, it’s crystal.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell good crystal glasses, first examine them closely. High-quality crystal will give off tremendous sparkles when viewed under natural lighting and is completely free of bubbles. Gently striking the glass with the handle of a butter knife can also be helpful, as higher-quality pieces will produce a longer, clearer ringing sound. Learning about the maker by conducting online research can also help you assess the quality of your glasses. Some brands known for producing crystal wares of exceptional quality include Baccarat, Lalique and Daum. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of crystal glasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a glass chandelier and a crystal chandelier is in the materials used to produce the light fixtures. Glass chandeliers are made of glass, a hard, brittle material made by melting together a combination of substances, such as sand, soda ash and limestone. When you add lead to these ingredients, you get crystal, a heavier material that can produce a reflective, sparkling effect when cut. Shop a diverse assortment of glass and crystal chandeliers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    How much crystal glasses are worth varies. Pieces produced by well-known luxury makers such as Lalique, Baccarat, Daum, Steuben, Tiffany & Co. and Waterford are often sought-after by collectors. In addition, age, style and condition will impact a particular piece's value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can examine your crystal and provide you with an estimated value for it. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of crystal glassware.