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Vintage Pressed Glass Vase, Northern Europe, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
This vintage pressed glass vase is a decorative object realized in the Northern Europe (probably in
Category
Vintage 1960s European Vases
Materials
Glass
Small Vintage Pressed Glass Pendant Light, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Mid century chrome & thick pressed glass pendant light.
Made in former Czechoslovakia in the 1970
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Pressed Glass Vase by Václav Hanuš for Sklo Union Libochovice, 1970's.
Located in Praha, CZ
Model 3435 Glacier
Beautiful decoration
Original condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
FRANK M. WHITING - 4 Sterling Silver & Glass Coasters - U.S. - Mid 20th Century
By Frank M. Whiting & Company
Located in Chatham, ON
FRANK M. WHITING & CO. - Set of four vintage pressed glass coasters with sterling silver rims
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
1970s Glass Vase by Glass Designer Jan Schmid, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage pressed glass vase designed by glass designer Jan Schmid and produced by Rosice Glasswork
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
1970s Glass Vase by Glass Designer Adolf Matura, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage pressed glass vase designed by glass designer Adolf Matura and produced by Rosice Glasswork
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
1960's Pendant Lamp by Napako, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage pressed glass, chrome and black metal pendant, made by Napako. Marked by the manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Clear Art Deco Cake Stand Pressed Glass Vintage Cake Stand SIV Deposé
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful art deco cake stand, cake stand in clear pressed glass with wavy and star pattern, this
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Platters and Serveware
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Vintage Pink Frosted Glass Oriental Lady Vase
Located in Bolton, GB
A wonderful art deco part frosted pink glass oriental lady vase. Most likely made in Czechoslovakia
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Art Deco 1930's Vintage Opalescent Glass Clam Shell Bowl
Located in Bolton, GB
inspection. Also has a couple of manufacturing "straw marks", as you would expect of pressed glass from this
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Vintage Danish Blue Glass Set 1930s Set of 4
By Jacob Eiler Bang, Holmegaard
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish blue glass set 1930s Set of 4.
Danish blue glass set model Broksø designed by Jacob
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage Jeannette Glass Harp Pattern Gold Trim Clear
Located in New Orleans, LA
A beautiful collection of six Jeannette Glass cups, saucers and six dessert plates in the Harp
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Depression Glass Set of Six Anchor Hocking Topaz Princess Cups
Located in New Orleans, LA
difference between the apricot vs. the depression glass yellow is subtle so I attempted to make it a little
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage Faceted French Pressed Glass Vase - France
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A vintage French pressed glass vase with a faceted geometric elegance. This exquisite vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Glass
Vintage Faceted French Pressed Glass Vase, Triangular Geometric 1970s, France
By Luminarc
Located in Chicago, IL
French geometric shaped three-sided clear pressed glass vase by Luminarc with wonderful heavy
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Vintage Boho Pressed Glass Rabbit Lidded Trinket Dish
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring a whimsical touch to your decor with this vintage boho pressed glass rabbit lidded trinket
Category
Mid-20th Century American Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Glass
Vintage Neoclassical Style Pressed Glass and Brass with Marble Table Lamps
Located in Lomita, CA
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The pressed glass is clear and the design is sharp. The crystal orbs in the lamps are clear and the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Vintage Italian Pendant Lamp in pressed Glass & Brass, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small stylish hanging light featuring an ornamented brass top and a pressed glass shade. It was
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Rounded Square Puffed Pressed Glass Ceiling or Wall Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage heavy puffed pressed glass ceiling or wall sconce with rounded square shade. In original
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
Vintage Geometric Pressed Amber Glass Lamp with Incandescent Cylinder
Located in Lomita, CA
This is a gorgeous vintage wrought iron and pressed amber glass table lamp. The warmth and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Vintage Table Lamp In Wood, Brass & Pressed Glass, Ludib Bratislava, 1960s
Located in Zohor, SK
in made of pressed gold glass with a beautiful flowral pattern. The lamp looks really nice when
Category
Vintage 1960s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Pressed Glass Pendant Lights, 11 Available
Located in Lisse, NL
enjoy. Especially the transparent and circular glass shades with their striking, modernist pattern are
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Vintage Art Deco Flat Fruit Bowl Amber Pressed Glass Made in Belgium
Located in Poperinge, BE
Large vintage art deco amber fruit bowl, flat bowl with patterns and star motifs, made of pressed
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Vintage 1960s E.O Brody Co Emerald Green Pressed Glass Candy / Compote Dish
Located in East Quogue, NY
Rich emerald green mid-century modern E. O. Brody Co. pressed Glass Candy / Compote Dish with thick
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
H 5.5 in W 6.5 in D 3.5 in
60 Piece Vintage English Silver Plated Cased Kings Pattern Cutlery Set X8
Located in Wembley, GB
A Rare Cased Set of 60 antique valuable silver-plated Spoons. An elegant English Sheffield silverplated Kings Pattern 8 individuals setting canteen of cutlery, 60 pieces, mid 20th c...
Category
Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate
H 0.08 in W 0.99 in D 7.88 in
1960s Pair of Pressed Glass Wall Lamps by Kamenicky Senov, Czechoslovakia
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of two vintage wall lights made of pressed glass and chrome fittings. Produced by Kamenicky
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
H 11.82 in W 7.09 in D 6.3 in
Late 20th Century Vintage Coastal Pressed Plaster and Bamboo Coffee Table
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Coastal coffee table. Beautiful plaster cubes with a pressed coral design
Category
Late 20th Century North American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Coral
Large Wonderful Antique Custard Glass on Vintage Porcelain Fitter vintage lights
Located in Prescott, US
glass has that "fire" found in vintage custard glass of high quality. "Fire" is an orange or reddish hue
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
H 12.5 in Dm 15.5 in
Vintage Industrial Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Light. 1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Elegantly formed glass pendant light made in England by Holophane. c.1920
Prismatic glass shade
Category
Vintage 1920s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Industrial Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Light. 1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Elegantly formed glass pendant light made in England by Holophane. c.1920
Prismatic glass shade
Category
Vintage 1920s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Industrial Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Light. 1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed glass pendant light made in England by Holophane. c.1920
Prismatic glass shade
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Industrial Antique MORCO Mirrored Glass Wall Lights c.1940
Located in London, GB
. Fabulous water marked patina to the reflective glass insides. Price is per lamp.
Rewired to connect to
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Vintage Industrial Blue Tinted Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Light. 1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Beautiful crisp prismatic glass reflectors bearing the Holophane makers mark with industrial alloy galleries
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Vintage Antique Osler / Holophane Prismatic Glass Acorn Pendant Light. 1920
By F. & C. Osler, Holophane
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully formed prismatic glass acorn shade by Holophane. c.1920
Of diminutive size, lovely
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage French Art Deco Geometric Glass Windsor Tall Vase from Luminarc, 1970s
By Luminarc, J.G. Durand
Located in Chicago, IL
during the 1970s. Made of cut pressed glass Verrerie d'Arques, this solid piece is in the art deco style
Category
Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Vases
Materials
Cut Glass
Vintage Hexagonal Polished Brass Pendant Lights with Vaseline Glass Shades
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
Beautiful Trio of Petite Pendant Lights with Vaseline Glass Shades
SOLD AS A SET OF THREE
A
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Industrial Blue Tinted Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Light. 1930
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Holophane. c.1930
Beauitful crisp prismatic glass reflectors and original industrial cast galleries, both
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Vintage Antique Art Deco Church Satin Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930
Located in London, GB
illuminate a shop window display. Pressed aluminium gallery, with silver painted glass shade and mirrored
Category
Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Vintage Mid-Century Czech Moulded Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1950
Located in London, GB
An elegant white opaline glass pendant made in former Czechoslovakia. c.1950
Moulded dome shaped
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Vintage Art Deco Style "Skyscraper" Glass and Nickel Pendant from Czechoslovakia
Located in Houston, TX
This pendant is of heavy pressed glass and is simple, classic and elegant. It really could go in
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
H 23 in W 9 in D 9 in
Nuutajärvi Arktis Bowl Large by Björn Weckström, Scandinavian Modern Art Glass
By Bjorn Weckstrom, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ
Located in Chicago, IL
as a centerpiece, catch all, candle holder or ashtray.
Made of pressed glass.
Excellent vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Nuutajärvi Arktis Bowl Small by Björn Weckström, Scandinavian Modern Art Glass
By Bjorn Weckstrom, Nuutajärvi Notsjõ
Located in Chicago, IL
) line. Suitable as a centerpiece, catch all, candle holder or ashtray.
Made of pressed glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Pair of Vintage French Art Deco Sconces
Located in Beirut, LB
and glass that was pressed and molded, typical of the mid-century creations. Both hardware and glass
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Industrial Copper Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930
By Gents of Leicester
Located in London, GB
Beautiful example of the iconic wall clock made in England by renowned electrical manufactures Gents of Leicester. c.1930
The metal casing has been stripped of paint to show the e...
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Copper
Ardeco Vintage Suspended Lighting, Signed Muller
Located in Beirut, LB
Twisted suspension in chrome plated brass.
Sea star shape structure holding 5 press molded glass
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Double Sided Railway Factory Clock. c.1940
By Gents of Leicester
Located in London, GB
Exceptional example of an industrial 24" double sided clock manufactured by Gents of Leicester. c.1940
Salavged from a railway station in the north of England during a refit in th...
Category
Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Steel
H 7.49 in Dm 25.99 in
Vintage Industrial Flameproof Edison Tube Light - Aquamarine Green
By Daeyang
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed vintage Industrial Korean flameproof striplight made by Daeyang in the 1970's painted
Category
Mid-20th Century Korean Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
1970's Vintage Industrial Aluminum & Brass Edison Flameproof Tube Light, Pink
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A pink vintage industrial Edison LED flameproof twin tube ceiling strip lighting finished with pink
Category
Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
Vintage Industrial Aluminum and Brass LED Flameproof Ceiling Strip Light, White
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Korean vintage industrial Edison LED flameproof twin tube ceiling strip lighting with gloss white
Category
Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in
Vintage Antique Brass GEC / Holophane Acorn Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
England by GEC - General Electric Company. Completed with rare acorn shaped glass Holophane shade
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 11.82 in W 5.91 in D 11.82 in
Vintage Vase By Vladislav Urban, Rosice, Czechoslovakia 1960s
Located in Zohor, SK
Large vintage vase in clear, pressed glass. Produced in 1960s by Rosice, designed by Vladislav
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Glass
Pressed Glass Pendant, 1970s Charming Square Champagne Pressed Glass Lamp
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Pressed glass pendant from the 1970s - charming square champagne colored hanging light with brass
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
RUBINPENDEL by Vitrika 1970s. Vintage Danish brass & pressed glass pendant
By Vitrika
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
hanging lamp in very good vintage condition.
A vintage pendant light with two thick pressed glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Square Pressed Glass and Chrome Pendant Lights
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Mid-Century pendant light with four pressed glass pieces creating an absolutely stunning
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Pressed Glass and Brass Lamp, 1960s, Beautiful Amber and Clear Glass Lighting
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
in very good vintage condition.
A charming pressed glass pendant, comprised of two pressed glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pressed Glass and Aluminum Lamp, 1960s, Scandinavian Midcentury Hanging Light
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Pressed glass and aluminum top from the 1960s by Scandinavian producer - beautiful ornamented glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Rare Bright Orange Pressed Glass Ashtray or Bowl, Czechoslovakia circa 1960
Located in Zohor, SK
Simple, but great little item. Made of pressed glass in a bright orange color and triangle shape
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
H 0.79 in W 7.09 in D 5.91 in
Black and Aluminum with Glass, 1950s, Danish Midcentury Hanging Lamp
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Black and aluminum with glass circles, circa 1950s. Charming midcentury piece in good vintage
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Large Vintage Chrome and Black MCM Lights
By Lightolier
Located in Prescott, AZ
Two matching vintage lights available, priced each.
Wonderful blend of Mid-Century Modern and Art
Category
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Iron, Chrome
6 Crystal Bottom Vintage Kitchen Pendant Lights, circa 1925
Located in Prescott, AZ
fixtures with the crystal bottom we have seen. The crystal glass bottom is held in place with a nickel
Category
Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel
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Vintage Pressed Glass For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of vintage pressed glass on 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, metal and brass, every piece of vintage pressed glass was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of vintage pressed glass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of vintage pressed glass, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Empoli, Ercole Barovier and Carl Fagerlund each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of vintage pressed glass that is worth considering.
How Much is a Vintage Pressed Glass?
A piece of vintage pressed glass can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,469, while the lowest priced sells for $85 and the highest can go for as much as $6,800.
Questions About Vintage Pressed Glass
- Is pressed glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Whether pressed glass is valuable varies. Generally, pressed glassware is worth less than cut glassware, but there are some varieties that are sought by collectors, including opaline, Vaseline, custard, Akro, jadeite and Jumbo glass. The type, maker, age, condition and rarity of pressed glass determine its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can give you an idea of how much a particular pressed glass piece is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of pressed glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024To 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Slag 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To 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.
- Is vintage glass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.