What is the most sought-after milk glass?

There is no single most sought-after milk glass. Collectors often seek pieces made by certain companies, such as Fenton, Imperial, Kemple, L. E. Smith, Anchor Hocking and Westmoreland. Hobnail milk glass tends to be a popular choice, and floral trade vases and covered dishes with animal-shaped lids are favorites among collectors as well. Shop a selection of milk glass on 1stDibs.

How do you tell if milk glass is valuable?

To tell if milk glass is valuable, look at recent sales history on trusted online platforms to see what prices similar pieces have fetched. The maker, style, type, age and condition of an item will largely determine how much it is worth. Because there are so many examples of milk glass and many factors affect potential value, having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with the valuation process can be helpful. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of milk glass.

How do I identify Indiana milk glass?

To identify Indiana milk glass, familiarize yourself with the company's patterns. Two well-known examples are the Orange Blossom line of milk glass, which has an intricate raised floral motif, and the Princess range, which features alternating bands of crisscrossing and vertical lines. Most Indiana milk glass is unmarked, so you'll need to study the patterns on pieces to determine if the American manufacturer produced them. You can find images of Indiana milk glass on trusted online resources to compare to your piece. Because it can be difficult to make a positive identification without training and experience, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Indiana glass on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if milk glass is valuable?

To tell if milk glass is valuable, study its details closely. If you spot visible seams, called mold lines, it may indicate that your piece is older and potentially worth more than newer examples of milk glass. You can also look for labels and signatures and then use trusted online resources to determine who produced the milk glass based on these markings. From there, you can search for pieces similar to yours to get a rough idea of their value. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer inspect your glassware and give you an estimate. Find a variety of milk glass on 1stDibs.

How do you identify Westmoreland milk glass?

To identify Westmoreland milk glass, search your piece for a maker's mark. Pieces produced from the early 20th century through the 1940s will usually display a W inside a keystone. Those made between 1946 and 1981 typically feature an interlocked W and G, which stands for Westmoreland Glass. Newer items generally have the full Westmoreland name on them. Keep in mind that some early examples of Westmoreland milk glass may be unmarked. Usually, if you hold these pieces up to natural light, you will notice bright colors along the edge of the glass. They will also often produce a bell-like ringing sound when struck. If your piece has these characteristics, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can help confirm if it is a Westmoreland. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of milk glass.

How do I know if my milk glass is worth anything?

To know if your milk glass is worth anything, you can take one of two approaches. One option is to conduct online research using trusted resources. Looking at historical prices for pieces similar to yours in terms of their age, maker, style, type and condition, you can often estimate how much your glassware is worth. For a more specific valuation, you can take the second approach and enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of milk glassware.

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Anja Jaatinen-Winqvist 'Karelia' Milk & Sugar Set for Arabia Finland, 1970s

$125 / set

Anja Jaatinen-Winqvist 'Karelia' Milk & Sugar Set for Arabia Finland, 1970s

By Arabia of Finland

Located in Meer, VAN

Anja Jaatinen-Winqvist 'Karelia' Milk & Sugar Set for Arabia, Finland, 1970s. This is a wonderful milk and sugar set designed by Anja Jaatinen-Winqvist and made by Arabia Finland in...

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Dairyman's Cooler, English Copper, Milk, Ice Cream Cool Box, Mid Century

$2,759

Vintage Dairyman's Cooler, English Copper, Milk, Ice Cream Cool Box, Mid Century

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage dairyman’s cooler. An English, copper milk or ice cream cool box, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. A wonderfully tactile and characterful example, with ...

Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Copper

Silver milk jug with pearly trim and knob on the hinged lid

$1,367Sale Price|65% Off

Silver milk jug with pearly trim and knob on the hinged lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver milk jug with pearly friezes and knob on the hinged lid. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 392.41 grams. Dimensions: 15x8cm. Content:...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Antique Majolica Milk Pitcher with Pewter Lid, Bird Motif antique 1900s

$320

Antique Majolica Milk Pitcher with Pewter Lid, Bird Motif antique 1900s

By Sarreguemines

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Decorate a shelf or a kitchen counter with this elegant antique milk pitcher. Created attributed to Sarreguemines, France in the 1900s. The milk jug is in very good, used condition ...

Category

Early 20th Century French Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Silver milk jug with floral motifs, engraved birds, and flower-shaped knob

$2,032Sale Price|52% Off

Silver milk jug with floral motifs, engraved birds, and flower-shaped knob

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver milk jug with engraved floral motifs and birds, hinged lid with flower-shaped knob. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 423.89 grams. D...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Pot-shaped silver milk jug with relief and monogram card, stuffed handle

$875Sale Price|30% Off

Pot-shaped silver milk jug with relief and monogram card, stuffed handle

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Large silver milk jug with reliefs surrounding a monogram card and a stuffed handle. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II. Title: Weight: 153.14 grams. Di...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Silver milk jug with knobbed lid and pearly friezes on circular base

$3,675Sale Price|30% Off

Silver milk jug with knobbed lid and pearly friezes on circular base

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver milk jug with a knob on the hinged lid and pearly friezes on the circular base. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 531.51v grams. Dime...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Fluted silver milk jug with coat of arms, knobbed lid, and trim

$2,625Sale Price|30% Off

Fluted silver milk jug with coat of arms, knobbed lid, and trim

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Fluted silver milk jug with engraved coat of arms, knob on the lid and surrounding strips. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 383.57 grams. D...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Silver milk jug with embossed florals, rim friezes, and acanthus-leaf handle

$1,367Sale Price|65% Off

Silver milk jug with embossed florals, rim friezes, and acanthus-leaf handle

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver milk jug with embossed floral motifs, friezes on the rim, missing handle with acanthus leaf application and flower-shaped knob on the lid. Metal: Silver. Origin: ...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Early 20th Century Chinese Hand-Painted Porcelain Milk Pitcher

$240

Early 20th Century Chinese Hand-Painted Porcelain Milk Pitcher

Located in Sheffield, MA

Chinese export blue and white porcelain milk pitcher.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Teapot and Milk Jug in Sterling Silver

$4,400 / set

Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Teapot and Milk Jug in Sterling Silver

Located in København, Copenhagen

Georg Jensen Art Nouveau teapot and milk jug in sterling silver with handle and knob in ebony. Model Number 80A/80B. Designed in 1915. The teapot measures: 21.5 x 14 cm. In very...

Category

20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid Century Ceramic Tea Milk Water Pot, Small Vase, Europe, 1960s

$81

Mid Century Ceramic Tea Milk Water Pot, Small Vase, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A lovely Mid-Century Modern beige ceramic vase from the 1960s. Original vintage very good condition. Only one unique piece. Hand made and hand painted in Poland, Europe. Signed "made...

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain, Glass, Ceramic

Antique Meissen Porcelain Gilt Scalloped Creamer/Milk Jug with Floral Decoration

$695

Antique Meissen Porcelain Gilt Scalloped Creamer/Milk Jug with Floral Decoration

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique porcelain milk jug or creamer. By Meissen. Decorated with blue underglaze flowers with gilt stems and twigs on a white ground. The interior rim with a gilt wave-lik...

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century American Silver Plated "Milk Churn" Cocktail Shaker, circa 1940

$814

20th Century American Silver Plated "Milk Churn" Cocktail Shaker, circa 1940

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A large “milk churn“ shaped cocktail shaker made in the USA, produced in the 1940s. Just as the prohibition era was lifted in 1933, it is easy to imagine the appeal behind these obje...

Category

20th Century American Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

French 19th Century Metal Milk Can with Long Spout and Wooden Handle

$295

French 19th Century Metal Milk Can with Long Spout and Wooden Handle

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French metal milk can from the 19th century, with long spout and wooden handle. Crafted in France during the 19th century, this metal milk can features a large oblique spout and re...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Pitchers

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 Art Deco Metal Teapot, Suger Pot, Milk Pot, 1960s

$1,759 / set

Set of 3 Art Deco Metal Teapot, Suger Pot, Milk Pot, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Art Deco Metal Teapot, Suger Pot, Milk Pot, 1960s, Set of 3, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949 Additional information: Materials: Metal Color: Silver Item Type: Vintage...

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Metal

Stoneware Clay Milk Jug in Stone Colour Hand Cast in UK

$54

Stoneware Clay Milk Jug in Stone Colour Hand Cast in UK

By Custhom

Located in London, GB

The pieces are slip cast in London, made from stoneware in small batches. The hand painted details around the rim of each item in the collection is created by glaze in a complimentar...

Category

2010s English Modern Ceramics

Materials

Cast Stone

Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 10"

$300

Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 10"

Located in Dayton, OH

Large antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain flatback figural spill vase / creamer in the shape of a peasant girl / milkmaid in a floral skirt, leaning on a red and white spott...

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 7"

$235

Antique 19thC Staffordshire Porcelain Cow Milk Maid Spill Vase Creamer 7"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain flatback figural spill vase or creamer in the shape of a woman with grapes on her skirt standing next to a very happy brown and white cow...

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Stoneware Clay milk jug in terracotta colour hand cast in UK

$54

Stoneware Clay milk jug in terracotta colour hand cast in UK

By Custhom

Located in London, GB

The pieces are slip cast in London, made from stoneware in small batches. The hand painted details around the rim of each item in the collection is created by glaze in a complimentar...

Category

2010s English Modern Ceramics

Materials

Cast Stone

Vintage Art Deco Milk Jug, English, Ceramic Pourer, Creamer, Decor, Circa 1930

$439Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Art Deco Milk Jug, English, Ceramic Pourer, Creamer, Decor, Circa 1930

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage Art Deco milk jug. An English, ceramic pourer, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Pleasingly decorated example with tasteful colour Displays a desirabl...

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 pcs. German Meissen Porcelain Cream and Milk Pitchers / Jugs

$1,421 / set

Set of 2 pcs. German Meissen Porcelain Cream and Milk Pitchers / Jugs

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vilnius, LT

Set of 2 pcs. of German Meissen porcelain cream and milk pitchers / jugs. Porcelain is white, glazes and hand painted with rich gold decor. The logo marked on the bottoms. Dimensions...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Gold

Smooth silver milk jug with straw handle and knob on the hinged lid

$840Sale Price|30% Off

Smooth silver milk jug with straw handle and knob on the hinged lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Smooth silver milk jug with straw handle and knob on the hinged lid. Metal: Silver. Origin: French. Brand: Tête Minerve. Weight: 151.71 grams. Dimensions: 12x5cm. Conten...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Smooth silver milk jug with straw handle and knob on the hinged lid

$700Sale Price|30% Off

Smooth silver milk jug with straw handle and knob on the hinged lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Smooth silver milk jug with straw handle and knob on the hinged lid. Metal: Silver. Origin: French. Brand: Tête Minerve. Weight: 126.12 grams. Dimensions: 11x4cm. Conten...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Silver milk jug with straw handle, knob on the lid and circular base

$1,025Sale Price|65% Off

Silver milk jug with straw handle, knob on the lid and circular base

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver milk jug with straw handle, pommel on the lid and circular base. Metal: Silver. Origin: English. Mark: Unreadable. Weight: 367.27 grams. Dimensions: 15.5x5.7cm. C...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Fluted silver milk jug with frieze and hinged lid in D. Maria style

$2,275Sale Price|30% Off

Fluted silver milk jug with frieze and hinged lid in D. Maria style

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Fluted silver milk jug, frieze on the surround and tilting lid with knob in the style of D. Maria. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 312.48 ...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Vintage Decorative Creamer Jug, English, Ceramic, Milk Pourer, Art Deco, C.1930

$565Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Decorative Creamer Jug, English, Ceramic, Milk Pourer, Art Deco, C.1930

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage decorative creamer jug. An English, hand painted ceramic milk pourer in Art Deco taste, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Charmingly decorative creame...

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Robert Welch for Old Hall, 'Campden' Coffee Pot and Milk Jug, 1957

$169Sale Price|25% Off

Robert Welch for Old Hall, 'Campden' Coffee Pot and Milk Jug, 1957

By Old Hall Earthenware Co., Robert Welch

Located in London, GB

Robert Welch for Old Hall, 1957 Coffee pot and milk jug Stainless steel with wooden handles Excellent condition, with only very light marks. Appears generally unused Makers sta...

Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Jackie Lynd for Rörstrand, Birgitta Teapot and Milk Jug in Stoneware, 1970s

$240 / set

Jackie Lynd for Rörstrand, Birgitta Teapot and Milk Jug in Stoneware, 1970s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Jackie Lynd for Rörstrand. Birgitta teapot and milk jug in hand painted glazed stoneware, 1970s. The teapot measures: 24.5 x 15 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 1st factory q...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Tableware

Materials

Stoneware

1960s New England Luncheon Pitcher Milk White Glazed Stoneware Large Pottery

$396Sale Price|20% Off

1960s New England Luncheon Pitcher Milk White Glazed Stoneware Large Pottery

By Bennington Potters

Located in Hyattsville, MD

A wonderful mid-century hand crafted rendition of a classic early American form by David Gil for the Bennington Potters. Multiple glaze skips on the surface create an organic patina ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

Silver tea service with teapot, milk jug, coffee pot & sugar bowl

$1,879Sale Price|65% Off

Silver tea service with teapot, milk jug, coffee pot & sugar bowl

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Tea service with teapot, milk jug, coffee pot and sugar bowl in silver with grooves and knobs on the lids. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portugal. Brand: javali II Title. Weigh...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

Large Antique French Pink Opaline Glass Epergne Centerpiece

$4,146

Large Antique French Pink Opaline Glass Epergne Centerpiece

Located in Rostock, MV

The impressive size and excellent condition of this 19th-century centerpiece make it an elegant addition to any collection. It beautifully showcases the craftsmanship of French opali...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Centerpieces

Materials

Enamel

1950s Vintage Silver Creamer Milk Pitcher Meneses Bros of Spain Mid Century

$95

1950s Vintage Silver Creamer Milk Pitcher Meneses Bros of Spain Mid Century

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a mid-century modern sterling silver plated creamer milk pitcher by MENESES Bros Silver from Madrid, Spain, circa the 1950s Dimensions: 3 3/4" H x 3 1/2" D...

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver

WMF Silver Plate Coffee Pot Sucrier and Milk Jug, c1925

$773 / set

WMF Silver Plate Coffee Pot Sucrier and Milk Jug, c1925

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

WMF Silver Plate Coffee Pot Sucrier and Milk Jug, c1925 Additional information: Date : c1925 Period : Victoria or Edward VII (Emperor Wilhelm II) Marks : GUST.L.HAUER - FRANKFURT A....

Category

20th Century German Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Kashmir Indian Tea Coffee Pot Milk Jug Sugar Bowl

$11,641 / set

Antique Silver Kashmir Indian Tea Coffee Pot Milk Jug Sugar Bowl

Located in London, GB

Antique Silver Kashmir Indian Tea Coffee Pot Milk Jug Sugar Bowl Indian, Late 19th Century Smallest: Height 17cm, width 14cm, depth 7cm Largest: Height 26cm, width 19cm, depth 10cm...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Set of 3 Mid-Century German Milk, Sugar and Tray from WMF, 1960s

$352 / set

Set of 3 Mid-Century German Milk, Sugar and Tray from WMF, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century German Milk, Sugar and Tray from WMF, 1960s, Set of 3, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materia...

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Koka Blue, Blau, Bla Series Milk Pot by Hertha Bengtson, 1950s

$587

Mid-Century Koka Blue, Blau, Bla Series Milk Pot by Hertha Bengtson, 1950s

By Hertha Bengtson

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Swedish Koka Blue, Blau, Bla Series Milk Pot by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, 1950s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959 This piece has an attribution mark. ...

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Silver-Plated milk jug and gravy boat by Gio Ponti for Calderoni, 1930s

$1,125

Silver-Plated milk jug and gravy boat by Gio Ponti for Calderoni, 1930s

By Calderoni, Gio Ponti

Located in Varese, Lombardia

These rare Alpacca items were designed by Gio Ponti for Calderoni Argentieria in the 1930s. They remain in very good vintage condition: normal oxidation of silver metal which can be ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Alpaca

Contemporary Silver Plated Lapis Lazuli Stone Milk Container by Natalia Criado

$758 / item

Contemporary Silver Plated Lapis Lazuli Stone Milk Container by Natalia Criado

By Natalia Criado

Located in Milan, IT

Pour your warm milk with grace and elegance using our milk lapis, a plated brass vessel crafted in italy with precision turning techniques. The exquisite stone handle in lapis lazuli...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Stone, Silver Plate

Contemporary Gold Plated Green Quartz Stone Milk Container by Natalia Criado

$416Sale Price / item|34% Off

Contemporary Gold Plated Green Quartz Stone Milk Container by Natalia Criado

By Natalia Criado

Located in Milan, IT

Experience the art of pouring with grace and elegance using our perlina milk, a plated brass jug expertly crafted in Italy using sheet turning techniques. The curved handle of this j...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Stone, Gold Plate, Brass

Embossed silver milk jug with female and elf faces, lion-handle lid, claw feet

$550Sale Price|52% Off

Embossed silver milk jug with female and elf faces, lion-handle lid, claw feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Embossed silver milk jug with female and elf faces, lid with lion-shaped handle and four claw-shaped feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Nederlandese. Mark: Walking Lion. Weigh...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Pair of Rustic Spanish Arab Style Copper Water / Milk Jugs with Domed Lids

$2,073 / set

Pair of Rustic Spanish Arab Style Copper Water / Milk Jugs with Domed Lids

Located in Madrid, ES

Copper containers of varying shapes and sizes have been used in Spanish homes and kitchens for many centuries. Copper and its alloys were particularly popular metals for storing and ...

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Islamic Pitchers

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Smooth silver milk jug with knob on the hinged lid and base with friezes

$1,281Sale Price|65% Off

Smooth silver milk jug with knob on the hinged lid and base with friezes

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Plain silver milk jug with a knob on the hinged lid and a base with friezes. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 348.88 grams. Dimensions: 8.5...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Silver milk jug with knobbed hinged lid, rim and base friezes, D. Maria style

$2,100Sale Price|30% Off

Silver milk jug with knobbed hinged lid, rim and base friezes, D. Maria style

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver milk jug with hinged lid and knob, friezes around the rim and base, in the D. Maria style. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 303.72 g...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Fluted silver milk jug with rim friezes and knobbed lid in D. Maria style

$2,450Sale Price|30% Off

Fluted silver milk jug with rim friezes and knobbed lid in D. Maria style

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Fluted silver milk jug, friezes on the rim and base with a knob on the lid in the style of D. Maria. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 347.2...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

A 1989 Minimalist Silver Plated Fenice Milk Jug Designed by Lino Sabattini

$710

A 1989 Minimalist Silver Plated Fenice Milk Jug Designed by Lino Sabattini

By Lino Sabattini, Sabattini Argenteria

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This is a striking and collectible 1989 Minimalist Silver Plated Milk Jug, a renowned piece designed by the esteemed Italian silversmith Lino Sabattini. The Milk Jug is marked Sabatt...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Porcelain Teapot, Milk Jug and Sugar Bowl, Birds and Flowers Japan Early 1900s

$2,724 / set

Porcelain Teapot, Milk Jug and Sugar Bowl, Birds and Flowers Japan Early 1900s

Located in Milan, IT

Polychrome hand-decorated porcelain teapot, milk jug and sugar bowl with refined depictions of birds, flowers, and bucolic Japanese landscapes. Good condition, slight chipping in the...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique "Unity" AI Silver Plated Edwardian Sugar Bowl & Creamer Milk Jug England

$110 / set

Antique "Unity" AI Silver Plated Edwardian Sugar Bowl & Creamer Milk Jug England

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique "Unity" AI Silver Plated Edwardian Sugar Bowl & Creamer Milk Jug, Made in England - 2 Pc Set. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: Twin Handle Sugar Bowl: 2.25" H x 7....

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Set Consisting of Three Silver Plated Metal Coffee and Milk Jugs

$2,250

Set Consisting of Three Silver Plated Metal Coffee and Milk Jugs

Located in Marbella, ES

Set Consisting of Three Silver Plated Metal Coffee and Milk Jugs

Category

Late 20th Century English Tea Sets

Materials

Metallic Thread

Vintage Silver-Plate Cocktail Pitcher of Milk Pail Form, Made for Gump & Co.

$625

Vintage Silver-Plate Cocktail Pitcher of Milk Pail Form, Made for Gump & Co.

Located in Nantucket, MA

Very unusual silver-plate cocktail pitcher made by Apollo for S & G Gump Co. The pitcher in the form of a milk pail with a swing handle to the top and a lift handle to the lower back...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver

Fine Arts & Crafts Period Sterling Silver Hot Water / Hot Milk Pot, London 1897

$1,400

Fine Arts & Crafts Period Sterling Silver Hot Water / Hot Milk Pot, London 1897

By William Hutton & Sons

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A stunning Arts & Crafts Period sterling silver hot water / hot milk pot showing a sculptural, baluster shaped body expertly worked with swirling fluted panels, rising to a conformin...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver tea service with coffee pot, teapot, sugar bowl and milk jug

$5,775Sale Price / set|30% Off

Silver tea service with coffee pot, teapot, sugar bowl and milk jug

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Plain silver tea service with coffee pot, teapot, sugar bowl and milk jug. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II Title. Weight: 1101.51 grams. Dimensions: ...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

Ridgway Porcelain Milk Jug or Creamer Pattern 2/1005, Regency Period, circa 1825

$268Sale Price|20% Off

Ridgway Porcelain Milk Jug or Creamer Pattern 2/1005, Regency Period, circa 1825

By J & W Ridgway

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very decorative, porcelain milk jug or creamer in the early Grecian shape, made by John and William Ridgway, of Shelton, Hanley, Staffordshire Potteries, England, dating to...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 3 Postmodern Sugar and Milk Tray by Micheal Graves for Alessi, 1980s

$704 / set

Set of 3 Postmodern Sugar and Milk Tray by Micheal Graves for Alessi, 1980s

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Italian Sugar and Milk Tray by Micheal Graves for Alessi, 1980s, Set of 3, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional i...

Category

20th Century Italian Post-Modern Tableware

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Vintage German Postmodern Fantasia Series Sugar Pot and Milk Cup, 1980s

$704 / set

Set of 2 Vintage German Postmodern Fantasia Series Sugar Pot and Milk Cup, 1980s

By Matteo Thun

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage German Postmodern Fantasia Series Sugar Pot and Milk Cup by Matteo Thun for Arzberg, 1980s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribu...

Category

20th Century German Post-Modern Pottery

Materials

Porcelain

Smooth silver milk jug with strips on the base and knob on the hinged lid

$1,281Sale Price|65% Off

Smooth silver milk jug with strips on the base and knob on the hinged lid

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Smooth silver milk jug with grooves on the base and knob on the hinged lid. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 345.13 grams. Dimensions: 19x1...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Set by Paul McCobb for Jackson China Ceramic Sugar Bowl, Milk Pitcher, and Bowl.

$220Sale Price|37% Off

Set by Paul McCobb for Jackson China Ceramic Sugar Bowl, Milk Pitcher, and Bowl.

By Paul McCobb

Located in San Diego, CA

Who is ready for a mid-century modern tea party? This vintage set designed by Paul McCobb for Jackson China Ceramic Sugar Bowl, Milk Pitcher, and Bowl in rare vivid blue will make yo...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

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Milk Jugs and Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of milk jugs and glasses available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct milk jugs and glasses — often made from glass, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. Find 543 antique and vintage milk jugs and glasses at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 22 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Milk jugs and glasses have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Milk jugs and glasses are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made milk jugs and glasses over the years, but those made by Venini, Meissen Porcelain and Reed & Barton are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Milk Jugs and Glasses?

Prices for milk jugs and glasses start at $24 and top out at $225,000 with the average selling for $1,232.

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 Milk Jugs and Glasses

What is the most sought-after milk glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
There is no single most sought-after milk glass. Collectors often seek pieces made by certain companies, such as Fenton, Imperial, Kemple, L. E. Smith, Anchor Hocking and Westmoreland. Hobnail milk glass tends to be a popular choice, and floral trade vases and covered dishes with animal-shaped lids are favorites among collectors as well. Shop a selection of milk glass on 1stDibs.
How do you tell if milk glass is valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
To tell if milk glass is valuable, look at recent sales history on trusted online platforms to see what prices similar pieces have fetched. The maker, style, type, age and condition of an item will largely determine how much it is worth. Because there are so many examples of milk glass and many factors affect potential value, having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with the valuation process can be helpful. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of milk glass.
How do I identify Indiana milk glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify Indiana milk glass, familiarize yourself with the company's patterns. Two well-known examples are the Orange Blossom line of milk glass, which has an intricate raised floral motif, and the Princess range, which features alternating bands of crisscrossing and vertical lines. Most Indiana milk glass is unmarked, so you'll need to study the patterns on pieces to determine if the American manufacturer produced them. You can find images of Indiana milk glass on trusted online resources to compare to your piece. Because it can be difficult to make a positive identification without training and experience, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Indiana glass on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if milk glass is valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
To tell if milk glass is valuable, study its details closely. If you spot visible seams, called mold lines, it may indicate that your piece is older and potentially worth more than newer examples of milk glass. You can also look for labels and signatures and then use trusted online resources to determine who produced the milk glass based on these markings. From there, you can search for pieces similar to yours to get a rough idea of their value. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer inspect your glassware and give you an estimate. Find a variety of milk glass on 1stDibs.
How do you identify Westmoreland milk glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
To identify Westmoreland milk glass, search your piece for a maker's mark. Pieces produced from the early 20th century through the 1940s will usually display a W inside a keystone. Those made between 1946 and 1981 typically feature an interlocked W and G, which stands for Westmoreland Glass. Newer items generally have the full Westmoreland name on them. Keep in mind that some early examples of Westmoreland milk glass may be unmarked. Usually, if you hold these pieces up to natural light, you will notice bright colors along the edge of the glass. They will also often produce a bell-like ringing sound when struck. If your piece has these characteristics, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can help confirm if it is a Westmoreland. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of milk glass.
How do I know if my milk glass is worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
To know if your milk glass is worth anything, you can take one of two approaches. One option is to conduct online research using trusted resources. Looking at historical prices for pieces similar to yours in terms of their age, maker, style, type and condition, you can often estimate how much your glassware is worth. For a more specific valuation, you can take the second approach and enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of milk glassware.

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