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Lladró "The Debutante" Fine Porcelain Figurine, 1981
By Lladro
Located in McKinney, TX
This beautiful and whimsical retired design by Lladro artist Jose Puche is called "The Debutante" and is a pastel dream! With purple hair and snow white skin, this slender and ethere...
Category
20th Century Spanish Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Royal Doulton West Indian Dancer Figurine, 1981
By Royal Doulton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Originating from a private collection a vintage limited edition Royal Doulton Dancers of the World series porcelain figurine titled West Indian Dancer and numbered HN2384. Designed b...
Category
1980s English Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Christopher Nigel Lawrence 1981 Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Pots
By Christopher Nigel Lawrence
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
/58g
Maker: Christopher Nigel Lawrence
Date: 1981
Origin: London, England
Video: A video of
Category
1980s English Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas plate 1981 "Boy Jesus at the Temple"
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1981, produced by Rosenthal
Motif: The Child with the
Category
1980s German Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Morbelli Porcelain Wall Plate “Gioiellò Etrusco VI sec.a.C., 1981, Italy
By Arte Morbelli
Located in Milano, IT
Morbelli Porcelain wall plate “Gioiello Etrusco VI sec a.C. 1981 Italy.
Category
1980s Italian Other Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Porcelain
Dutch silver with agate serving spoon by C.F. Wewer, 1981
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver with agate serving spoon by C.F. Wewer, 1981
A silver spoon with an agate handle made
Category
20th Century Dutch Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Agate, Silver
Engraved Reed & Barton Silverplate Revere Bowl with Green Enamel Interior - 1981
By Reed & Barton
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful silver plate Revere Bowl by Reed & Barton. The bowl is footed and features an enameled green interior. The exterior on the front of the dish is engraved with:
Best Wish...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
Postmodern Silver Plated Brass Jug "Kanye"by Lino Sabattini, Italy, 1978 - 1981
By Lino Sabattini
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy by Lino Sabattini, 1978 - 1981
This jug is made in silver plated brass.
This is a
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Silver, Brass
H 9.93 in W 8.67 in D 3.55 in
"Stan Laurel & Oliver Hardy" Tray Design TTT Group for Larry Harmon, 1981
Located in taranto, IT
Extremely rare original tray from 1981, not reproduction, made by larry harmon, owner of the image
Category
1980s Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Matteo Thun Nefertiti Teapot, Sugar bowl and Tuja Vase for Memphis Italy, 1981
Located in Kansas City, MO
Matteo Thun Nefertiti teapot, sugar bowl with Tuja vase for Memphis Milano, Italy, 1981. Glazed and
Category
1980s Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Ceramic
H 7.25 in W 9.25 in D 7.75 in
Desert Plates by Fitz and Floyd, 1981 Set of Ten "Oiseau de Paradis"
By Fitz and Floyd
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Fitz and Floyd done in 1981. The motif is a beautiful bird of paradise in an Art Deco meets chinoiserie
Category
1980s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Berndt Friberg (1899-1981) for Gustavsberg Studio. Miniature bowl in blue glaze
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Berndt Friberg (1899-1981) for Gustavsberg Studio.
Miniature bowl in glazed ceramic. Glaze in blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Berndt Friberg (1899-1981) for Gustavsberg. Miniature ceramic vase, mid-20th C.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Berndt Friberg (1899-1981) for Gustavsberg, Sweden.
Miniature ceramic vase with glaze in brown
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Ceramic
Venini Murano Italy Glass Green Bottle Serie “Velati”, 1981
By Venini, Paolo Venini
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Amazing and fabulous Italian handmade and blown bottle in green color glass with stopper, from the
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass
Schmidt Rhea Heart Paperweight, American Studio Art Glass, 1981
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Colorful Post-Modern art glass paperweight features a complex abstract fused glass design enclosed
Category
Late 20th Century American Brutalist Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Sommerso
Donald W. Friel Signed Large Art Glass Vase 1981
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Striking large art glass vase with hues of purple, gold, blue and green with a slight texture
Category
20th Century American Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Large Fazzoletto Vase by Fulvio Bianconi for Venini Murano
By Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Vienna, AT
Fulvio Bianconi for Venini Fazzoletto glass-vase Murano from 1981. Colorless glass with tape
Category
1980s Italian Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Art Glass
1981 White Marble Coffee Table with Round Glass Top, Italy
Located in Arosio, IT
A light and prestigious coffee table with three polished "pencil-shaped" legs in precious Italian white marble "bianco neve" (snow white) with a felt tip and a round crystal top, wit...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Marble
Vintage Glass Vase by Holm, 1981
Located in Hamburg, DE
Filigree glass vase. Marked with Holm '81.
Additional information:
Materials: Glass
Color: Green
Category
20th Century Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass
Set of Eight Kentucky Derby Official Mint Julep Glasses
Located in San Diego, CA
Kentucky Derby glasses dated 1981, 1982, 1989, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2005 and one Keeneland Stakes glass from
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass
1981 Lalique Glass Ilustrated Catalog Book by Dover Publications
By Lalique
Located in San Diego, CA
Great information on this unique catalog, purchased in France at an Antique bookstore.
Category
20th Century American Romantic Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Paper
Vintage Waterford Crystal Lismore Brandy Glasses Set of 5, 1980s
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
, published in 1981. We're offering the glasses in set of 5, or rather 4+1, as it would be hard to replace a
Category
20th Century Irish Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Crystal
Boy with Glasses - Original Pencil Drawing by Anthony Roaland - 1981
Located in Roma, IT
Boy with glasses is an original drawing on pencil realized by Anthony Roaland in 1981s. Hand
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Pencil
H 12.6 in W 18.12 in D 0.04 in
Boy with Glasses - Original Pencil Drawing by Anthony Roaland - 1981
Located in Roma, IT
Boy with glasses is an original drawing on pencil realized by Anthony Roaland in 1981s. Hand
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Pencil
H 12.6 in W 18.12 in D 0.04 in
American 1980-1981 Drawing of Deck Chair by UCLA Graphic Workshop 1981 Set 26/30
Located in Santa Monica, CA
American 1980-1981 drawing of deck chair by UCLA graphic workshop 1981 set 26/30
This is 1 of 3
Category
1980s American Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
H 21 in W 26 in D 1.5 in
A Fine Perthshire Blue Gentian Paperweight, 1981
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Fine Perthshire Blue Gentian Paperweight, 1981
Additional information:
Date : 1981
Origin
Category
20th Century Scottish Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass
Neal Small for Fred Howard Hickory, Iron & Glass "Sledgehammer" Bud Vase, 1981
By Neal Small
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Signed 1981 Neal Small for Fred Howard Steel, Hickory and Lucite "Sledgehammer" Bud Vase. Titled
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Steel
Red Italian Venini Art Glass Vase, 1981 8.5" Tall
By Venini
Located in Toledo, OH
Red Venini Italian art glass vase signed and dated 1981. 8.5" tall x 8" in diameter.
Category
1980s European Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass
Tomaso Buzzi, Table lamp, prod. Venini 1981
By Venini, Tomaso Buzzi
Located in Rivoli, IT
Lampada da tavolo a campana rovesciata in vetro di Murano, Prod. Venini 1981.
Nei toni
Category
1980s Italian Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass
Philippe Starck, Dole Melipone model folding table, Driade, 1981
By Philippe Starck
Located in Firenze, IT
Tavolo da pranzo Dole Melipone disegnato da Philippe Starck nel 1981 e prodotto da Driade in Italia
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Steel
Saint Louis Basket of Flowers Millefiori Paperweight, 1981
By Saint Louis
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Saint Louis Basket of Flowers Millefiori Paperweight, 1981
Additional information:
Date : 1981
Category
20th Century French Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass
Holmegaard Kro by Sidse Werner for Denmark 1981
By Sidse Werner
Located in Akashi -Shi, Hyogo
The Kro pendant is designed by Sidse Werner for Danish glassmaker Holmegaard in 1981, made by opal
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Opal
Large Fenicio Art Glass Fish Sculpture by Franco Bottaro, Murano, 1981
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Sanzogno Murano, dating to 1981. This exquisite piece exemplifies Murano glass artistry with its
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
H 11.34 in W 6.03 in D 4.14 in
Gritti Bookcase by Andrea Branzi for Memphis, Italy, 1981
By Andrea Branzi, Memphis Milano
Located in Piacenza, Italy
laminate and natural wood essence, decorative metal elements and glass tops.
A perfect example of design
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass, Wood
Postmodern Color Composition, Lithograph, Framed, around 1981
Located in Berlin, DE
, framed and preserved since around 1981. Bursting with vibrant hues and daring juxtapositions, the
Category
1980s German Post-Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass, Beech, Paint, Paper
Piero Castiglioni and Roberto Menghi 'Canna' Table lamp, 1981
By Fontana Arte, Roberto Menghi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Piero Castiglioni and Roberto Menghi's 'Canna' Table Lamp, designed in 1981. The 'Canna', model
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass
Vases 'Barena' Venini & C., Murano, designed by Toni Zuccheri, 1981
By Venini, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Zurich, CH
Vases 'Barena' Venini & C., Murano, designed by Toni Zuccheri, 1981
Medium
Clear and greenish
Category
1980s Italian Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Vases 'Barena' Venini & C., Murano, designed by Toni Zuccheri, 1981
By Venini, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Zurich, CH
Vases 'Barena' Venini & C., Murano, designed by Toni Zuccheri, 1981
Medium
Clear and greenish
Category
1980s Italian Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
STEPHEN GRIMES - 'London Life Building' - Vintage Photograph - Signed - C. 1981
Located in Chatham, ON
profile frame under glass - titled lower left - signed and dated lower right - circa 1981.
Excellent
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Metal
H 17.5 in W 15.75 in D 1 in
Laddie John Dill, B. 1943, Abstract Mixed Media, Dtd, 1981
By Laddie John Dill
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful large scale work of art by Laddie John Dill. Work is composed of cement, glass, wood
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Cement
Perched Crested Eagle 1981 Watercolour by Trevor Boyer Bird of Prey
Located in Norwich, GB
A fine Watercolour depicting a perched Crested Eagle. By Trevor Boyer (b.1948) 1981. Signed
Category
1980s British Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Oak, Paper
Gianni Versace Pure Parfum Miniature 7.5 ml, Rare 1981 with Original Box
By Gianni Versace
Located in Benalmadena, ES
a sculpted faceted glass flacon with matching crystal-like cap, it comes with its original padded
Category
1980s Italian Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass
H 3.15 in W 2.56 in D 1.58 in
Hank Kwint KW-1 Granite Coffee Table for Metaform, Netherlands 1981
By Metaform Holland
Located in Renens, CH
. The original glass top is a hefty two centimetres thick.
A prolific and often under rated designer
Category
1980s Dutch Post-Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Granite
Early "Tessuto" Table Lamp by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana for Venini, Italy 1981
By Ludovico Diaz de Santillana, Venini
Located in Milan, IT
"Tessuto" table lamp by Ludovico Diaz de Santillana for Venini.
Rare 1981 edition with Tessuto
Category
1980s Italian Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
H 13.78 in Dm 10.63 in
Maurice Barilone Rust-Brown "Neolitico" Console for Reflex, Italy 1981
By Reflex, Maurice Barilone
Located in Sacile, PN
contemporary look. The curved rust-brown base supports a 15mm thick glass top and completes the sophisticated
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 58.27 in D 19.69 in
Glass Tower II from Brodsky and Utkin: Projects 1981 - 1990
By Alexander Brodsky and Ilya Utkin
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Alexander Brodsky and Ilya Utkin, Russian (1955 - )
Title: Glass Tower II from Brodsky and
Category
1990s Surrealist Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Etching
Laura de Lorenzo & Stefano Stefani Ponte d’Acqua dining table for Pallucco, 1981
By Pallucco
Located in London, GB
glass — a surface that catches the light like ripples.
Made of lacquered metal and crystal glass, the
Category
1980s Italian Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Metal
H 28.94 in W 55.12 in D 55.12 in
Tapestry Commemorating the Marriage of Charles & Diana 1981 Framed
Located in Worcester, GB
Tapestry commemorating the marriage of Charles & Diana, 29th July 1981.
Set behind non
Category
20th Century British Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Tapestry
Hilton Trolly Bar cart by Javier Mariscal for Memphis, 1981
By Javier Mariscal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hilton trolley bar cart by Javier Mariscal for Memphis.
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Cut Glass
Big "Gong" Marble and Glass Table Lamp by Bruno Gecchelin, Skipper, 1981
By Skipper, Bruno Gecchelin
Located in Renens, CH
Big "Gong" marble and glass table lamp by Bruno Gecchelin, Skipper 1981
Table lamp by italian
Category
1980s French Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Marble
Flavio Poli, 'Moon fish', 1954/1981
By Flavio Poli
Located in Zurich, CH
Flavio Poli (1900-1984), 'Moon fish', 1954/1981
model no. 9824
sommerso glass
executed by Seguso
Category
1950s Italian Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Man Ray Surrealism "Le Tour" Sculpture Limited Edition Nº 91, circa 1981
By Man Ray
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
sculpture by Man Ray. Created in 1981, this sculpture is signed by the artist, numbered and titled
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 13.78 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Meissen Candlestick Figurine 'Lighter - Florian' by Silvia Kloede, 1996
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
internships in the porcelain and glass industry, 1981-87 studies at the Burg Giebichenstein University of Art
Category
1990s German Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Porcelain
H 13.78 in W 4.73 in D 3.94 in
Lazy Afternoon by Oidur Vladimir 1902 - 1981
Located in Malibu, CA
A rare fine print by Oifur Vladimir in a Roma custom made frame, & matted in a museum quality matting.
The print is characterized by fine lines and detailed shading, typical of etchi...
Category
20th Century Spanish Folk Art Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Glass, Giltwood, Paper
Javier Mariscal Post-Modern Bar Cart Hilton For Memphis , Italy, 1981
By Memphis Milano, Javier Mariscal
Located in Vienna, AT
Javier Mariscal Post-Modern Bar Cart Hilton For Memphis , Italy, 1981
Rare Memphis bar cart
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Steel
H 33.46 in W 17.71 in D 49.21 in
Multicolor Brown Vase, Contemporary Blown Glass Sculpture by David Ruth
By David Ruth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Multicolor Brown Vase
David Ruth, American
Date: circa 1981
Blown Glass, Signed
Size: 8.5 x 3.25 x
Category
1980s Abstract Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
H 8.5 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in
Tomaso Buzzi for Venini Floor Lamp in Glass and Gold Leaf
By Venini, Tomaso Buzzi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
(1900–1981) for the esteemed glass manufacturer Venini, exemplifies the sophistication of Italian Art
Category
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Metal, Gold Leaf
Willsea O'Brien Sculptural Vessel Vase, New York Art Studio Glass
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
establishing his own studio in 1981, he apprenticed with master glass artists Ira Sapir and Randy Strong
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Vintage 1981 Glass
Materials
Sommerso, Glass, Art Glass
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of vintage 1981 glass on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and ceramic. Your living room may not be complete without a piece of vintage 1981 glass — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each item from our selection of vintage 1981 glass bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Feliciano Béjar, Holmegaard and Sidse Werner each produced at least one beautiful choice in our collection of vintage 1981 glass that is worth considering.
How Much is a Vintage 1981 Glass?
Prices for a piece of vintage 1981 glass start at $94 and top out at $18,000 with the average selling for $1,488.
Questions About Vintage 1981 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.