What is ruby red glass?

Ruby red glass is a type of glass with a vibrant red color that comes from gold chloride. Ancient glassmakers once used the technique, which was then lost for centuries. In 1676, Andreas Cassius rediscovered the process, but it wasn’t until the end of the 19th century that glassworks began manufacturing ruby red glass in large quantities. Shop a selection of ruby red glassware on 1stDibs.

What is Bohemian ruby glass?

In the 19th century, Bohemian glassmakers produced a ruby shade of glass by using copper. It was carved and enameled in the decorative Bohemian style. You’ll find a variety of Bohemian ruby glass products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How is ruby glass made?

How ruby glass is made involves adding a dissolved gold solution called gold chloride to the molten glass. In some cases, glassmakers also add a small amount of tin. You'll find a variety of ruby glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Is ruby glass valuable?

Yes, some ruby glass is valuable. Generally, the selling price of ruby glass has appreciated over the years, largely because collectors prize its appearance, and the delicate nature of the glass has led to breakage, limiting the available supply. How much a particular piece is worth depends on its age, maker, type and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can provide you with an estimate of your piece's value. Find a variety of ruby glass on 1stDibs.

When was ruby red glass made?

Deep red ruby glass was made in the ancient world, but the process of making the color was lost for centuries before it was rediscovered in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of ruby glass from some of the world’s top sellers.

How can I tell if it’s real ruby red glass?

To tell real ruby red glass, look at the cuts used throughout the design. Most ruby red glass has sharp, dramatic cuts. Because it is easy to confuse with pressed glass, consider having the object evaluated by an experienced and licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of expertly vetted ruby red glass on 1stDibs.

Ruby Glass Salt

Pair of Italian Venetian Murano Nautilus Salt Cellars

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Italian Venetian (1930) Murano ruby red and gold dusted glass salt and pepper holder in the

20th Century Italian Baroque More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Glass

Pair of Italian Venetian Murano Nautilus Salt Cellars

H 2.25 in W 3.75 in D 3 in

Recent Sales

Salt Cellar with Ruby Glass Insert

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

From beneath the silver a burst of cranberry-red glass pops out, it brings life to this piece. Oval

Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Salt Cellar with Ruby Glass Insert

H 2 in W 2.5 in D 3 in

Pair of Silver and Ruby Salt Cellars

Located in Couzon au Mont d'Or, FR

A very nice, 1890 pair of silver and ruby salt and cellars melted chiseled. French awl in weevil

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Tableware

Materials

Ruby, Silver

Pair of Silver and Ruby Salt Cellars

H 2.76 in Dm 2.56 in

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Ruby Glass Salt For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the ruby glass salt you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for a ruby glass salt may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right ruby glass salt is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, blue and brown. Creating a ruby glass salt has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Loren Munk are consistently popular. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in mixed media, ink and paint.

How Much is a Ruby Glass Salt?

A ruby glass salt can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $2,200, while the lowest priced sells for $420 and the highest can go for as much as $12,795.

Questions About Ruby Glass Salt

What is ruby red glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Ruby red glass is a type of glass with a vibrant red color that comes from gold chloride. Ancient glassmakers once used the technique, which was then lost for centuries. In 1676, Andreas Cassius rediscovered the process, but it wasn’t until the end of the 19th century that glassworks began manufacturing ruby red glass in large quantities. Shop a selection of ruby red glassware on 1stDibs.
What is Bohemian ruby glass?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In the 19th century, Bohemian glassmakers produced a ruby shade of glass by using copper. It was carved and enameled in the decorative Bohemian style. You’ll find a variety of Bohemian ruby glass products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Bohemian ruby glass refers to any ruby-colored example of Bohemian glass. Bohemian glassware originated in the Czech Republic in what used to be known as Bohemia. Glassmaking traces back to the 13th century in the region and continues to this day. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Bohemian glass from some of the world’s top sellers.
How is ruby glass made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
How ruby glass is made involves adding a dissolved gold solution called gold chloride to the molten glass. In some cases, glassmakers also add a small amount of tin. You'll find a variety of ruby glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Is ruby glass valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Yes, some ruby glass is valuable. Generally, the selling price of ruby glass has appreciated over the years, largely because collectors prize its appearance, and the delicate nature of the glass has led to breakage, limiting the available supply. How much a particular piece is worth depends on its age, maker, type and condition. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can provide you with an estimate of your piece's value. Find a variety of ruby glass on 1stDibs.
When was ruby red glass made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Deep red ruby glass was made in the ancient world, but the process of making the color was lost for centuries before it was rediscovered in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of ruby glass from some of the world’s top sellers.
How can I tell if it’s real ruby red glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell real ruby red glass, look at the cuts used throughout the design. Most ruby red glass has sharp, dramatic cuts. Because it is easy to confuse with pressed glass, consider having the object evaluated by an experienced and licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of expertly vetted ruby red glass on 1stDibs.