Question 1

What can I use as a keepsake box?

Accepted Answer

You can use a wide range of items as a keepsake box. Decorative boxes made of wood, metal, bone, brass and other materials can all hold keepsakes. The size of what you wish to store will help to determine which box is right for your needs. If you plan to stow delicate items inside, consider a box with velvet or satin lining. You'll find a variety of keepsake boxes on 1stDibs.

Question 2

What is a keepsake box called?

Accepted Answer

A keepsake box can be called by a number of different names. You may see them referred to as memory boxes or trinket boxes. However, many people simply use the phrase keepsake box to describe them. Shop a selection of antique and vintage keepsake boxes on 1stDibs.

Question 3

Are cordial glasses the same as shot glasses?

Accepted Answer

No, cordial glasses are not the same as shot glasses. Typically, cordial glasses feature stems, while shot glasses do not. Normally, people use cordial glasses for serving liqueurs and dessert wines. Shot glasses are generally meant for hard spirits. Shop a range of antique and vintage glasses on 1stDibs.

Question 4

Is Federal Glass the same as Depression glass?

Accepted Answer

Depression glass refers to any glass made during the period 1929-1939, and the Federal Glass Company was one of the most prolific makers of glass in America during that period. You can identify Federal Glassware by looking for the distinct shield with capital “F” stamped logo somewhere on the piece. Shop vintage Federal Glass on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 5

What is the difference between a coupe glass and a champagne glass?

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A champagne glass, also known as a flute, is a tall and slender stemmed glass used for drinking champagne. A coupe glass is a wider and shorter stemmed glass that is also frequently used for serving champagne. The coupe glass can also be used for cocktails. Browse 1stDibs to find a beautiful array of champagne flutes and coupe glasses from top sellers.

Question 6

What is the difference between stained glass and painted glass?

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The difference between stained glass and painted glass is how it is made. To create stained glass, an artisan adds pigments to the glass and then fires it at high temperatures to permanently change the appearance of the material. With painted glass, color is added after firing and may rub off or fade with age. You'll find a large selection of glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What is the difference between depression glass and carnival glass?

Accepted Answer

The difference between depression glass and carnival glass is color. Inspired by Tiffany stained glass, carnival glass usually shows off a variety of vibrant iridescent colors, while depression glass tends to feature only one color. Find a large selection of antique and vintage glassware on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is the difference between glass and crystal wine glasses?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

What is the difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass?

Accepted Answer

There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is Murano glass?

Accepted Answer

Murano glass is colorful art glass primarily produced on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy. Artisans produce a variety of Murano glass decorative objects, including vases, lamps, candle holders, figurines, bowls and wine glasses. Shop a selection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is a glass paperweight?

Accepted Answer

A glass paperweight is a small glass object, containing colorful complex designs depicting florals, animals and more. They are paperweights in name only, and are often displayed as prized art pieces. You’ll find a variety of glass paperweights from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What is Latticino glass?

Accepted Answer

Latticino glass is a type of decorative glass produced using a glassblowing technique developed in Italy. Colored rods of glass known as canes are incorporated into the manufacturing process. You can shop for a variety of Latticino glass on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What is Harrach glass?

Accepted Answer

Harrach glass is the term for glassware produced by the Harrach glassworks in Bohemia. Elias Muller began operating the facility on the land of Count Raimund von Harrach in 1712. Although the company remains in operation today under the name Sklarna Novosad & Syn Bohemia Harrachov, the term Harrach glass usually describes colorful pieces made during the Victorian age. Find a selection of Harrach glass on 1stDibs.

Question 14

What is etched glass?

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Etched glass is a type of decorative glass which is the result of small cuts made to the glass. The cuts, which appear white, typically form patterns or images.

Question 15

What is a tulip glass?

Accepted Answer

A tulip glass has a bulbous body and a delicate flared top that resembles the lip of a tulip. These drinking glasses are mostly used for beer and are intended to promote flavor and aroma of pilsners and ales. We’re approaching happy hour — shop a range of tulip glasses on 1stDibs today.

Question 16

What is amber glass?

Accepted Answer

Amber glass is a dark-stained glass that is obtained by adding iron, sulphur and carbon to the molten glass mixture. This gives it the characteristic dark hue. Amber glass in bottle-making is used to protect sensitive contents from sunlight. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary amber glass items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What is an aperitif glass?

Accepted Answer

An aperitif glass is a small type of glassware used to serve aperitifs, which are before-dinner drinks. Aperitifs are served in anticipation of a meal, and are small in volume and meant to be sipped or taken as a shot. Classic aperitif drinks are dry vermouth, white wine, Campari and more. Shop a collection of aperitif glasses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 18

What is camphor glass?

Accepted Answer

Camphor glass is a material used to produce jewelry and decorative objects. The glass has a frosty white finish achieved through a treatment process that involves exposing glass to hydrofluoric acid vapor. Find a range of camphor glass on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is Pearline glass?

Accepted Answer

Pearline glass is a line of decorative glassware produced by the British glassworks George Davidson & Co. during the Victorian period. You can recognize it for its frosty pearly finish. Most pieces were clear, blue or yellow in color. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage and antique glassware.

Question 20

What is Moser glass?

Accepted Answer

Moser glass is handmade glassware produced by Moser, a manufacturer in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic. Ludwig Moser founded the glassworks in 1857, and it remains in operation today. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Moser glass from some of the world’s top sellers.

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