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Italian luxury crystal and bronze gilded paris 90s style centerpiece
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
Italian luxury crystal and bronze gilded paris 90s style centerpiece
Category
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Artistic Ceiling Lamp 8 Arms, Crystal, Green, Gold Murano Glass by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
This Venetian ceiling lamp in crystal, green, gold artistic Murano glass presents an organic design
Category
2010s Italian Other Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$11,843 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Nouveau Silver-Plated Bronze Planter by Charles Christofle, 1890
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Silver-plated bronze planter, with children and cut glass in festoons. Charles Christofle (1805
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
$12,800 Sale Price
20% Off
3 Centerpieces, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, France, 1900, Sign:Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
(15,35) depth (cm)
Silver plated bronze and crystal
Sign: Christofle , Number: 1391742
2 Small
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of Kinkeldey Chandeliers, Gold-Plated Brass Crystal Glass, 1970
By Kinkeldey
Located in Rijssen, NL
crystal glass with the dimensions of 4 x 4 in. (10 x 10 cm).
The lamp has six sockets for screw base
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Vase, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
country.
The French plastic artist, Marcel Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919.
Glass signed Gallé
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France, Sign: Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Duchamp moved to Argentina in 1918-1919.
Glass signed Gallé, Charder, Leverre, Schneider, Muller and other
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Fall Chandelier with Crystal Glass Fine Tubes
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier fall with ribbed Fine crystal glass tubes.
With 3 steps circular rings of gold plated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
$75,204 / item
Beveled crystal and bronze handcrafted luxury cup italy 1990s
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
Beveled crystal and bronze handcrafted luxury cup italy 1990s
Category
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Modern Italian Silver Gold Frosted White Crystal Murano Glass Icicle Chandelier
By Cosulich Interiors
Antiques
Located in New York, NY
other that creates movement and reflects the light in many ways. Some are crystal clear glass, others
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf, Enamel
Gold Brass Crystal Glass Bakalowits Sconces, Austria 1960
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
condition. The concentrical rings were newly gold-plated. Newly rewired, 2 bulbs (40W max) per light.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
18th Century Style Crystal and Blown Glass Wall Sconce by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This 18th Century Style Crystal and Blown Glass Wall Sconce by Gherardo Degli Albizzi, in blown
Category
2010s Italian Rococo Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
18th Century Style Crystal and Blown Glass Wall Sconce by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This elegant 18th Century Style Crystal and Blown Glass Wall Sconce by Gherardo Degli Albizzi, in
Category
2010s Italian Rococo Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Glass drop Two-Tier Gold, Crystal Chandelier, 1970, Palwa Austria
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Bronx, NY
bulb in the center, the frame has three tiers of drop shaped crystal glass pieces surrounding it, it is
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Crystal Wall Sconces Pair of Venetian Glass Italian Gold Gilt Five-Light Antique
By Hollywood Glam
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, glass bobeche arm cups, crystals, Venetian glass arms and flowers.
Venetian Italian glass flowers
Category
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal
Murano blown Glass Wall Sconce, Beige Gold Venetian Crystal
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Venice, IT
Resumed from drawings of the 20ies and 30ies from our historical archive, these ceiling lamps pay a tribute to the Déco era. With their rich feathers they evoke luxurious and refined...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
1960’s Six-Light Gold-Plated Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier by G. Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Schoorl, NL
Classic Gaetano Sciolari style chandelier with characteristic use of crystal glass and polished and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Stunning Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Rods Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, 1970s
By Gaetano Sciolari, Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
crystal glass rods on gilt brass frame.
Sockets: It needs 5 x E14 small bulbs ( max. 40 Watts each)
Light
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Chandelier With Colorless Crystal Pendants, Champagnes Smoky Glass.
Located in Hannover, DE
Let yourself be enchanted by this antique crystal chandelier. Very rare to find in this early
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Gold Leaf
$2,236 Sale Price
41% Off
Pair of Large Palwa Sconces Wall Lights, Gilt Brass and Cut Crystal Glass, 1970
By Palme
Walter, Palwa, Bakalowits
Söhne, J.L Lobmeyr, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
/ gold-plated brass rings and large cut daimond shaped crystal glass pieces. The backplates are made of
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Gold, Gold Plate
Petite Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Encrusted Chandelier by Palwa, Germany 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
cut crystal glass. The bottom is made of a round cut glass disk.
The lamp takes three small base
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Chandelier Brass Crystal Grey Gold Glass Often
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-Century Modern Italian chandelier brass crystal grey gold glass often.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$757 Sale Price
64% Off
Petite Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass Encrusted Chandelier by Palwa, Germany 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
cut crystal glass. The bottom is made of a round cut glass disk.
The lamp takes three small base
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Italian Baroque chandelier in gilded bronze with green glass leaves and crystal
Located in Milano, IT
candles. A particularly refined element is the central decoration in green glass paste molded into leaves
Category
Antique 1880s Italian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Italian Art Deco Design Crystal Gold Leaf Murano Glass Bowl Sconces
Located in New York, NY
in Murano (Italy), the scalloped edge bowls in high-quality crystal blown Murano glass, in Barovier
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Ambassador Long Oval Chandelier with Crystal Glass Pendants
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier ambassador long oval with crystal glass
pendants. With a big long oval ring of gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Gold Bling Bowl Handmade with 23K Gold Foul and Crystal Chips
By Furthur Design
Located in New York, NY
We're upping the ante with the Gold Bling Bowl taking all the glitz and glam of the Crystal Bowls
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
$800 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Cenedese Italian Pair of Tall Modern Iridescent Gold Crystal Murano Glass Vases
By Cosulich Interiors
Antiques, Cenedese
Located in New York, NY
iridescent crystal clear glass threads, freely hand applied in a delicate raised pattern creating sculpture
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Gold
Gilt-Iron and Crystal Italian Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Gilt-iron and crystal Italian chandelier, circa 1860-1879. Six-arm gilded iron chandelier adorned
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron, Gold Leaf
Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pair Crystal Gold Murano Glass Brass Leaf Sconces
By Cosulich Interiors
Antiques
Located in New York, NY
of pure gold dust in the glass. The stem in clear Murano glass is more accentuated in gold tones. The
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pair Crystal Gold Murano Glass Brass Leaf Sconces
By Cosulich Interiors
Antiques
Located in New York, NY
of pure gold dust in the glass. The stem in clear Murano glass is more accentuated in gold tones. The
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Gold Leaf, Brass
Impressive Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Crystal and Moulded-Glass Fifte
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
An impressive Louis XV style gilt-bronze and cut-crystal and moulded-glass fifteen-light chandelier
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Italian Art Deco Design Crystal Gold Leaf Murano Glass Bowl Sconces
By Barovier
Located in New York, NY
in Murano (Italy), the scalloped edge bowls in high-quality crystal blown Murano glass, in Barovier
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Mid-Century Italian Chandelier Brass Green Glass 1950 Gold Crystal
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-century Italian chandelier brass green glass 1950 gold crystal , six-light bulbs with e14
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$1,052 Sale Price
64% Off
Pair of Antique Bagues Double-Light Rock Crystal and Glass Tree of Life Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Maison Baguès Rock Crystal, Glass, and Gilt Metal Tree Form “Tree of Life” Two Light Wall
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Large Gold-Plated
Crystal Glass Flush Wall Mount Light from Kinkeldey, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Oirlo, LI
Huge square ceiling or wall lamp by Kinkeldey from the 1970s.
45 prismatic glasses and 9
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate, Steel
$2,700 Sale Price / set
29% Off
Large bowl Splendid series Moser manufacture
By Moser
Located in Torino, IT
Large Moser crystal bowl with gold edging.
A refined crystal container, the base is ground with a knurled overlying band.
The rim has a thick raised band with 24-karat gold splendi...
Category
Vintage 1940s Czech Serving Bowls
Materials
Crystal, Gold
Bakalowits Gold-Plated Crystal Chandelier
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Antwerp, BE
Bakalowits gold-plated crystal chandelier.
Very exclusive and high quality chandelier by
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Bakalowits Gold-Plated Crystal Chandelier
By Bakalowits
Söhne
Located in Antwerp, BE
Bakalowits gold-plated crystal chandelier.
Very exclusive and high quality chandelier by
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Ambassador Medium Pendant with Crystal Glass Pendants
Located in Paris, FR
Medium pendant Ambassador with crystal glass pendants.
With 2 circular rows of gold-plated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
$5,874 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Axolight Suspension Mountain View Crystal Gold Glass Diffuser by Dima Loginoff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Axolight Suspension Mountain View in Crystal Gold Glass Diffuser by Dima Loginoff
Mountain View
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Venetian Baroque Style 9-Light Crystal Pure Gold Murano Glass Modern Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
style, is a high-quality Art Work, in crystal clear Murano glass highlighted by 24-karat pure gold
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold
One of Two Palwa Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass Encrusted Chandeliers
By Palwa
Located in Berlin, BE
One of two outstanding Palwa chandeliers from the 1960s. The 24-carat gold-plated brass frames are
Category
Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold Plate
French Louis XVI Style Bronze and Crystal Glass Three-Light Chandelier, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
surrounded by beautiful beaded crystal garlands and an elegant rim with three ram's heads and suspended by
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Pair of Palwa Wall Sconces Gold-Plated Brass
Crystal Glass, 1960s
By Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Wonderful gold-plated wall sconces with crystal glass made in the 1960s by Palwa, Germany.
Design
Category
Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Modern Pair of Italian Gold Leaf
Crystal Murano Glass 6-Leaf Branch Sconces
By Cosulich Interiors
Antiques
Located in New York, NY
individually blown in reeded crystal Murano glass, worked on the reverse with pure 24 kt gold leaf. Each glass
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Crystal and Gold Hollywood Regency Style Chandelier by Sciolari
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Hollywood Regency style chandelier having a gold colored metal frame, with faceted
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Venetian Baroque Style 9-Light Crystal Pure Gold Murano Glass Modern Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
style, is a high-quality Art Work, in crystal clear Murano glass highlighted by 24-karat pure gold
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold
Modern Pair of Italian Gold Leaf
Crystal Murano Glass 6-Leaf Branch Sconces
By Cosulich Interiors
Antiques
Located in New York, NY
individually blown in reeded crystal Murano glass, worked on the reverse with pure 24 kt gold leaf. Each glass
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
1970s Italy Stilkronen Chandelier Crystal Glass
Gilt Brass
By Stilkronen
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant chandelier with crystal glass on a gold-plated brass frame. Chandelier illuminates
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
French Empire Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Queens, NY
French Empire (circa 1810) gilt bronze and cut glass chandelier with cut crystal strands emanating
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Amber Glass Light Fixture with Crystal Drops
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French amber glass light fixture with crystal drops and gilt body with 2 interior
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Italian Empire Crystal and Gilt Tole Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Empire crystal and gilt tole chandelier circa 1850-1879. Neoclassical style chandelier
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron, Tin, Gold Leaf
Palwa Crystal Glass Gold Plated Brass Chandeliers Refurbished One of Three, 1960
By Palwa
Located in Vienna, AT
Palwa Crystal Glass Gold Plated Brass Chandeliers Refurbished Lamps, 1960.
Measuring 19 inches in
Category
Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Gold, Brass
Pair of French Baguès Jansen Rock Crystal Gold Gilt Glass Two-Arm Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of French rock crystal, gold gilt with glass urn center two-arm sconces in the
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Rock Crystal
Pair of French Bagues Jansen Rock Crystal Gold Gilt Glass Two-Arm Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of French rock crystal, gold gilt with glass urn center two-arm sconces in the
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Rock Crystal
Lovely Gold and Crystal Chandelier Attributed to Lobmeyr, Vienna, circa 1960s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A lovely 24-karat gold plated brass and cut-crystal chandelier attributed to Lobmeyr, Austria
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
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Crystal And Gold Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of crystal and gold glasses is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, stone and crystal, all crystal and gold glasses available were constructed with great care. Find 933 antique and vintage crystal and gold glasses at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 164 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Crystal and gold glasses have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of crystal and gold glasses to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Modern crystal and gold glasses are of considerable interest. Palwa, Moser Glassworks and Luxxu each produced beautiful crystal and gold glasses that are worth considering.
How Much are Crystal And Gold Glasses?
Prices for crystal and gold glasses start at $90 and top out at $174,500 with the average selling for $2,851.
Questions About Crystal And Gold Glasses
- Is crystal glass real crystal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024Yes, crystal glass is real crystal. However, it's important to understand what the term means. In the world of glassware, crystal is a type of glass that features an additive like lead oxide, potassium carbonate or barium oxide to increase its durability. Crystal glass is crystal because it contains these additives, but it does not actually have a crystalline structure from a scientific perspective. The term crystal as used by glassworks comes from the word "Cristallo," which was pioneered by Italian glassblowers to describe high-end glassware. It doesn't have the same meaning as the word crystal when employed in scientific contexts. Shop a large collection of crystal glass on 1stDibs.
- Is Walther glass crystal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Walther Glass (formerly known as Walther-Glas) is renowned for its examples of antique crystal glass. Sought after to this day by collectors, the company still exists albeit under different ownership and a more international business model. Shop a collection of Walther Glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Crystal is a subcategory of glass with a high mineral (usually lead) content.
- Is Baccarat crystal or glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Baccarat makes crystal, not glass. The company opened in 1764 in Baccarat, Lorraine, France, at the order of King Louis XV of France. Today, Baccarat operates out of headquarters in Paris. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Baccarat crystal ware.
- Is Baccarat glass or crystal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Baccarat is a French manufacturer of fine crystal. Baccarat did originally start as a glasswork company with production primarily consisting of window panes, mirrors and stemware up until 1816. The brand then switched to crystal production, creating expertly crafted stemware, chandeliers and other pieces in a variety of design styles. Browse a collection of antique and modern Baccarat crystal decor on 1stDibs.
- Is Steuben glass crystal?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022It depends. Since 1903, Steuben has been famous for both its glassware and crystal. Crystal is a kind of glass with additives that make it strong and able to be used in elegantly thin designs. Crystal also refracts light, creating a striking look. Steuben is known for its exceptionally beautiful crystal formula. Shop a range of Steuben glass and crystal pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Moser crystal or glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Moser products are lead-free crystal. According to their website, the company has been using only lead-free crystal since 1893 to create some of the most skilled crystal products, with master-craft abilities and incredibly durable finishes. Shop a collection of Moser crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify your crystal glasses, look at the bases, inner rims and stems for the maker's markings. Some makers mark pieces permanently with acid-etching or laser-engraving, while others use foil or label tags. The latter may come loose during washing or over time, so it's possible that your glasses may be unmarked. In addition, some makers of antique crystal wares didn't mark their products at all. If you do find a mark or label, use trusted online resources to find out which maker utilized it. If you need further assistance, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a large collection of crystal glassware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The difference between glass and crystal wine glasses is their composition. Mineral deposits like lead, magnesium or zinc strengthen crystal glass, rendering it thin but durable. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of wine glasses and other glassware from different periods.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are several ways to tell if an item is crystal or glass. The main difference between crystal and glass is that crystal is made with lead, making it easier to add decorative elements. Crystal refracts and disperses light, creating a rainbow effect, and is heavier than regular glass. When gently tapped, crystal items create a ringing, musical sound. If you are still unsure, consult a certified appraiser. Browse a range of authenticated fine crystal and glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, some crystal glasses are worth something. Specifically, collectors often search for pieces from specific luxury makers, such as Daum, Baccarat, Cristal D'Arques, Gorham, Waterford, Riedel, Orrefors, Christofle, Lalique and Steuben. Along with the maker, factors that impact the potential value of crystal wares include their type, style, age and condition. If you'd like to learn the estimated value of your crystal glasses, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of crystal glasses.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Crystal is considered highly desirable in glassware due to its clarity, however, not all glassware is made of crystal. Crystal is more durable than standard glass and is often thinner because of its strength, yet it's more porous and requires handwashing. Shop a range of wine glasses, including crystal, from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Hold the piece up to a light source. If you see a prism effect, it’s crystal.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Acidic drinks like wine and citrus juices can leach lead from a crystal glass. However, unless the liquid is stored in the glass for more than a few hours, drinking it is generally safe.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell good crystal glasses, first examine them closely. High-quality crystal will give off tremendous sparkles when viewed under natural lighting and is completely free of bubbles. Gently striking the glass with the handle of a butter knife can also be helpful, as higher-quality pieces will produce a longer, clearer ringing sound. Learning about the maker by conducting online research can also help you assess the quality of your glasses. Some brands known for producing crystal wares of exceptional quality include Baccarat, Lalique and Daum. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of crystal glasses.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a glass chandelier and a crystal chandelier is in the materials used to produce the light fixtures. Glass chandeliers are made of glass, a hard, brittle material made by melting together a combination of substances, such as sand, soda ash and limestone. When you add lead to these ingredients, you get crystal, a heavier material that can produce a reflective, sparkling effect when cut. Shop a diverse assortment of glass and crystal chandeliers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024How much crystal glasses are worth varies. Pieces produced by well-known luxury makers such as Lalique, Baccarat, Daum, Steuben, Tiffany Co. and Waterford are often sought-after by collectors. In addition, age, style and condition will impact a particular piece's value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can examine your crystal and provide you with an estimated value for it. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of crystal glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Whether Sabino glass has gold in it varies. Some pieces do feature genuine gold plating, which is a thin layer of the precious metal applied to the glass after production. Other art glass made by Sabino does not feature gold-plated detailing. Explore a variety of Sabrino glassware on 1stDibs.
- Are Cazal glasses real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not Cazal glasses are real gold depends on their style. Some eyeglasses and sunglasses feature gold-finished metal, while others like eyewear from the CAZAL Deluxe Edition feature genuine gold plating. Shop a collection of Cazal glasses 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.
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