Early American Cut Glass
Early 20th Century North American Other Glass
Cut Glass
20th Century American Pitchers
Glass, Cut Glass
Antique 19th Century North American Glass
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Glass
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Pitchers
Cut Glass
Antique Early 19th Century American Glass
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Barware
Cut Glass
Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Glass
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Victorian Pitchers
Crystal
20th Century American Barware
Silver
Early 20th Century American Other Glass
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver
Glass
Early 20th Century American Other Glass
Cut Glass
Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Hide, Beads
Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Hide, Beads
Early 20th Century American American Classical Crystal Serveware
Crystal
Early 20th Century American Pitchers
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Barware
Glass, Cut Glass
20th Century American Pitchers
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Barware
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Barware
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Barware
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Barware
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Serving Pieces
Glass
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Candelabras
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls
Art Glass, Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century American Other Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Glass
Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass, Glass
Early 20th Century American Vases
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Candlesticks
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Platters and Serveware
Copper
Early 20th Century Central American Art Nouveau Glass
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Rococo Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Ormolu
Early 20th Century American Classical Corner Cupboards
Glass, Hardwood, Paint
20th Century Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Early 20th Century Czech Arts and Crafts Glass
Glass, Blown Glass
Vintage 1910s French Crystal Serveware
Cut Glass
Vintage 1910s French Crystal Serveware
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Game Tables
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century North American Edwardian Sterling Silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Pier Mirrors and Console Mi...
Mercury Glass, Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Crystal Serveware
Blown Glass
Early 20th Century American American Classical Decorative Art
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century French Empire Crystal Serveware
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Mission Table Lamps
Glass, Oak
Antique 1820s English George IV Sterling Silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Pottery
Stoneware
Vintage 1950s American Crystal Serveware
Crystal
Mid-20th Century British Neoclassical Crystal Serveware
Crystal
Late 20th Century British Neoclassical Crystal Serveware
Crystal
Antique 15th Century and Earlier South American Natural Specimens
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
Antique Late 19th Century Northern Irish Victorian Tea Sets
Porcelain
Early 20th Century American American Classical Chandeliers and Pendants
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century American Empire Table Lamps
Silver Plate, Bronze
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables
Bronze, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Crystal
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Early American Cut Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Early American Cut Glass?
- What is American cut glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021American cut glass is a technique used for decorating glass. The period from 1771 to 1876 is considered the early period of American cut glass — later, cut glass was called Brilliant glass. This technique is associated with high labor costs and involves the work of skilled craftsmen — American cut glass is considered a luxury item and can be very valuable.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021American Brilliant cut glass is deeply and sharply cut glass known for its reflective quality and highly polished nature. This type of glass is thick, heavy, and very clear.Bonnin Ashley Antiques IncFebruary 23, 2021The difference between cut glass and cut crystal is the lead content along with some other criteria. "There are three primary criteria for crystal as established by the European Union in 1969: a lead content in excess of 24%, a density in excess of 2.90 and a reflective index of 1.545." "Prior to 1969 crystal glass was generally around 36% lead. However, due to concerns over lead leaching the percentage was reduced to the [unofficial} standard of 24%. Today glass with a lead content of 10% or more is considered to be crystal or “fine glass”" in the US.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if cut glass is American Brilliant, look for deep cuts that reflect light with a brilliance. If you can, flick the glass gently with your fingernail and listen for a bell-like ring. Always purchase crystal from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of American Brilliant crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.