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Vintage Amber Crystal and Sterling Silver Wine Decanter
Located in Mobile, AL
Art Nouveau vintage Bohemian amber crystal or glass decanter with sterling silver overlay and
Category

Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

English Sterling Silver and Crystal Locking Decanter
By Hukin Heath
Located in New York, NY
Impressive sterling silver and crystal locking decanter with key. Large in size and scale, this
Category

Early 20th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Val Saint Lambert Cut Crystal Amethyst Decanter
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in New York, NY
. The decanter is hand-blow and handcut "to clear" from amethyst cased glass over clear glass. Val
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Baccarat France “Perfection” Crystal Classic Liquor Decanter
By Baccarat
Located in Naples, FL
This vintage Baccarat crystal liquor decanter is a stunning piece that will add a touch of elegance
Category

Mid-20th Century French Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage William Yeoward Magnum “Carla” Cut Crystal Decanter
By William Yeoward
Located in Naples, FL
This vintage William Yeoward magnum “Carla” cut crystal decanter is a stunning addition to any bar
Category

Late 20th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal

French Cut Crystal Blown and Molded Glass Pair of Decanters, circa 1880
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French cut crystal blown and molded glass pair of decanters, the flared mouths over elongated necks
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Antique Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Fine Cut Crystal Decanter with Mounted Brass Neck
By Baccarat
Located in Mobile, AL
Vintage fine cut crystal decanter with mounted brass neck, with stopper, measures 12 inches high
Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Brass

French Baccarat Crystal "Armagnac" Pattern Decanter and Stopper
By Baccarat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French Baccarat crystal "Armagnac" pattern decanter and stopper, late 20th century . The
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Late 20th Century French Restauration Barware

Materials

Crystal

Hermes Baccarat Crystal and Silver Decanter
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
A very nice and highly useable Hermes, Baccarat crystal and silver decanter, circa 1950 With a
Category

Vintage 1950s Barware

Materials

Silver

Antique Val Saint Lambert Cut Crystal Amber Decanter
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in New York, NY
pattern called Marx. The decanter is hand-blow and handcut "to clear" from amber cased glass over clear
Category

Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Enameled Gilded Glass Decanter, 19th Century
Located in Rostock, MV
scrolling foliate and floral decoration. Made from deep ruby-colored crystal glass, with had cut panels on
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Glass

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Silver and Engraved Crystal Decanter and Cordial Cups
Located in Cookeville, TN
Featured is a beautiful decanter and six cordial cups made up of engraved crystal and sterling
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Swedish Crystal Decanter
Located in New York, NY
A faceted Swedish crystal decanter from the early 1900s.
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Late Victorian Barware

Art Deco Clear Crystal and Blue Decanter and Four Shot Glasses by Karl Palda
By Karl Palda
Located in Brisbane, Queensland
This clear crystal and blue decanter with matching shot glasses is attributed to Karl Palda from
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Pair of English Regency Period Cut Crystal Decanters with Original Stoppers
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of English Regency period cut crystal decanters of the finest quality retaining their
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Glass

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Baccarat Crystal "Armagnac" Pattern Decanters and Stopper
By Baccarat
Located in Mobile, AL
Pair of baccarat crystal "Armagnac" pattern decanters and stopper. Acid-etched Baccarat stamp on
Category

Late 20th Century French Restauration Barware

Materials

Crystal

Liquor Cabinet Glasses and Decanters - 20 Piece Set
Located in MC Leansville, NC
serving in style. Encased in a brilliant brass frame with beveled glass panels on all sides, this piece
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Royal Brierley Cut Glass Honeysuckle Mushroom Shaped Decanter
Located in Worcester, Worcestershire
wear commensurate with age Cut glass crystal decanter Made by Royal Brierley, Stourbridge
Category

20th Century Glass

Materials

Glass

Sterling Silver and Engraved Crystal Decanter with Cordial Cups
Located in Cookeville, TN
Featured is a beautiful decanter and six cordial cups made up of engraved crystal and sterling
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Glacier Crystal Decanter Designed by Geoffrey Baxter Produced by Whitefriars
By Geoffrey Baxter
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Art glass "Glacier" crystal whisky decanter designed by Geoffrey Baxter and produced by Whitefriars
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Antique French Sterling Silver Crystal Serving Decanter, Pitcher, Neoclassical
By Alfred Hector 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
French sterling silver and cut crystal decanter or pitcher. Mounted with sterling silver collar and
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Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Pitchers

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Enameled Overlay Glass Bottle Decanter, 19th Century
Located in Rostock, MV
This exceptional 19th-century Bohemian ruby red cut glass decanter, complete with its matching
Category

Antique 19th Century Glass

Materials

Crystal

1960s Midcentury Decanter Set Chrome and Glass
Located in New York, NY
pump top. Metal tags for vodka and bourbon. Sturdy thick decorative glass. Decanters are both in
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Set of Two Cut Crystal English Regency Style Decanters
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish set of two English Regency revial form cut crystal decanters will make a handsome
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Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Revival Barware

Materials

Crystal

Late 19th Century Polished Cut Crystal Decanter with Stopper, 1890 s
Located in Budapest, HU
Special polished glass crystal liqueur bottle with stopper. Old hand-polished wine bottle pourer
Category

Antique 1890s Glass

Materials

Glass

ATLANTIS CRISTASIA Trio of Late 20th Century Lead Crystal Decanters
By Atlantis Cristasia de Alcobaca
Located in Charlotte, NC
A trio of Late 20th Century crystal decanters by Atlantis Cristasia. Clear lead crystal decanters
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Late 20th Century Portuguese Other Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Echt Bleikristal German Cobalt Blue Cut to Clear Crystal Decanter
By Bleikristall
Located in Naples, FL
pattern in a vibrant cobalt blue color. The decanter is made of high-quality glass and crystal, and has
Category

Mid-20th Century German Bohemian Barware

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Regency Diamond and Hobnail Cut Crystal Decanters, English, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Fine pair of Regency diamond and hobnail cut crystal decanters, English, circa 1820-1830.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Barware

Materials

Crystal

Spanish .915 Silver Crystal Wine Decanter w Sterling Silver Overlay Stopper
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
Spanish .915 Silver & Crystal Wine Decanter w Sterling Silver Overlay Stopper Spout cover and
Category

20th Century Barware

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Late 20th Century William Yeoward “Helen” Crystal Decanter
By William Yeoward
Located in Naples, FL
Excellent condition! “Helen” square cut decanter in a classic, simple and elegant shape; square
Category

Late 20th Century English Barware

Materials

Glass

Vintage Nachtmann Bavarian Cut Crystal Bohemian Style “Traube” Red Wine Decanter
By Nachtmann
Located in Naples, FL
Add elegance to your barware collection with this vintage Nachtmann Bavarian crystal wine decanter
Category

Mid-20th Century German Bohemian Barware

Materials

Crystal

Antique French Sterling Silver Crystal Claret Jug, Ewer, Decanter, Empire
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
crystal claret jug, ewer, decanter mounted with sterling silver 950/1000. The cut crystal body is engraved
Category

Antique 1880s French Empire Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Bohemian Ruby Red Moser Glass Perfume Bottle, Decanter, 19th Century
Located in Rostock, MV
A Bohemian Ruby Cut to Clear Glass Decanter (Perfume Bottle) with Stopper Cased Glass with Ruby
Category

Antique 19th Century Glass

Materials

Crystal

Erik Hoglund Three-Sided Crystal Decanter with Animal and Portrait Medallions
By Axel Strömberg Ironworks, Kosta Boda, Erik Höglund
Located in Southampton, NY
Swedish Clear Crystal Decanter with applied Relief Ornament: Spirit Head, Portrait of his Glass
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Debain French Sterling Silver Liquor Cups, Tray and Crystal Decanter, Ribbons
By Alphonse Debain
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
and engraved cut crystal decanter. Each ornately decorated in neoclassical styling with ribbons. No
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Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Sterling Silver

Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Cut Crystal Claret Jug, Ewer, Decanter, Regency
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
crystal claret jug, ewer, decanter mounted with sterling silver 950/1000. The crystal body and the
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Antique 1880s French Régence Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

French Art Deco Crystal Decanter and Carafe by Daum Nancy, circa 1930
By Daum
Located in London, GB
A Daum Nancy grey crystal decanter and carafe with horizontal fluting. Both in a very elegant pear
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Silver Liquor Decanter Caddy, Original Cut Crystal Bottle, Stopper, Sterling Label
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
decanter liquor or wine bottles, all with original crystal stoppers. Includes three beautiful value added
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Early Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

French Art Deco Daum Amber Crystal Whisky Decanter Water Jug on Macassar Base
By Daum
Located in London, GB
A French Art Deco amber crystal whisky decanter and water jug both signed Daum. Presented on a
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

Puiforcat French Sterling Silver 18k Gold Cut Crystal Claret Jug, Ewer, Decanter
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
, crystal claret jug, ewer, decanter mounted with sterling silver 950/1000. The cut crystal body is engraved
Category

Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver, Gold

Gentleman s Decanter Set
Located in Bronx, NY
A stunning pair of early 20th century crystal decanters fitted into a decorative dore' bronze
Category

Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Barware

Materials

Crystal, Marble, Bronze

Superb Pair Mappin Webb Mid Century Silver Mounted Glass Spirit Decanters
By Mappin Webb
Located in London, GB
A high-quality pair of cut glass decanters with sterling silver mounted collars. This stylish pair
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Sterling Locking Decanter Set
By Hawkes and Son Makers
Located in New York, NY
A pair of sterling silver necked, heavy cut crystal decanters that sit in a sterling silver locking
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Original Art Deco Decanter Set from the Jazz Era 1920s Black and Clear Crystal
Located in Blackpool, Lancashire
and clear decanter and 5 shot glasses. The cut is sharp and angular, and the design of black shapes
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Glass

Rare French Sterling Silver 18k Gold Liquor Set 14 Pc, Decanter Pair, Glasses
By Henri Hage
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
gold and sterling silver and twelve original engraved crystal glasses. No monograms. Overall with more
Category

Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Sterling Silver

Storck Sinsheimer Cut-Glass Decanter with Reticulated Base with Pastoral Scene
By Benjamin Storck Ltd.
Located in Seattle, WA
Storck Sinsheimer (1874-1926) Hanau, Germany cut-glass decanter with reticulated base with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Pair of Crystal Decanters with Gilt Bronze Cover Mounted with an Eagle s Head
Located in Montreal, Quebec
A pair of magnum gilt-mounted cut-glass decanter The hinged gilt-bronze cover mounted with an
Category

Early 20th Century Barware

Tantalus Two Decanter Art Deco Set with Wood Holder
Located in Oakland, CA
era. The stoppers are also made from crystal and are designed to fit snugly into the decanter’s neck
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Barware

Materials

Crystal

1950 s Hermès set of Decanters in a leather basket holder
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beautiful 1950's Dual Decanter Hermès Holder, including two crystal decanter together in a green
Category

Mid-20th Century French Barware

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Cut-Glass Decanter with Musical Mechanism, circa 1880
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
The decanter will start playing with a cylinder mechanism on a comb when tilted for pouring liquid
Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Belle Époque Musical Instruments

Materials

Crystal

Antique Large Bohemian Ruby Red Enameled Overlay Glass Decanter, 19th Century
Located in Rostock, MV
This exceptional large 19th-century Bohemian ruby red cut glass decanter, complete with its
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Bottles

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Large Bohemian Ottoman Enamelled Cut-Glass Decanters, 19th Century
Located in Rostock, MV
A magnificent large pair of mid 19th-century Bohemian enameled and cut clear-glass decanters with
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Bottles

Materials

Crystal

Early 19th century Diamond Cut small Crystal Decanter Handcut Voneche Belgium
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting an exquisite Early 19th Century Diamond Cut Small Crystal Decanter from the renowned
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Belgian Georgian Bottles

Materials

Blown Glass

Victorian Plateau
Located in London, GB
centrepiece for any dining table or as a display for crystal decanters and glasses. Please contact us for
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Platters and Serveware

Art Deco Crystal Topaz and White Liquor Service Decanter and Glasses
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in BE
A crystal decanter in white and topaz set with four glasses in very good condition. Original
Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Crystal Serveware

Materials

Cut Glass

Antique Pair of Cut Crystal Glass Decanters Coaster set 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A superb pair of sterling silver mounted diamond pattern crystal decanters and coaster set, 19th
Category

Antique 19th Century Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Bohemian Crystal Glass Decanters Goblet, 3
Located in Astoria, NY
Two decanters and one goblet out of painted enameled Bohemian crystal glass, unmarked. 9.5" H x 5.5
Category

20th Century Bohemian Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

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Crystal Glass Decanter For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the crystal glass decanter you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of crystal, stone and glass, every crystal glass decanter was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a crystal glass decanter, we have 562 options in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer crystal glass decanter, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right crystal glass decanter, those designed in Art Deco, Victorian and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one crystal glass decanter that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baccarat, Karl Palda and Lalique produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Crystal Glass Decanter?

A crystal glass decanter can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,112, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $19,842.

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 Crystal Glass Decanter
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To clean a crystal decanter, soak in warm water and dish soap and then wipe with a soft cloth or a sponge with a handle. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth. If stains linger, mix equal parts warm water and white vinegar and fill the decanter with it. Let it sit for an hour or two and then rinse thoroughly. Find a range of crystal decanters on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether glass decanters are valuable depends on the piece. The maker, age, rarity and condition of a decanter will influence its value, and whether or not collectors desire pieces like it will also have an effect on how much a given glass decanter will be worth. A certified appraiser can evaluate a particular decanter and provide an estimate of its value. On 1stDibs, find a range of glass decanters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Provided that the seal is airtight, you can typically keep liquor in a crystal decanter for as long as you can store the spirit in an already opened bottle. Vodka, brandy and other liquors may remain fresh for a few years. A decanter will usually preserve wine for a few days. Shop a range of crystal decanters on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a cut-glass decanter, fill your sink with warm water and mild dish soap. Place the decanter in the sink and wipe it with a soft cloth. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a soft towel. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage decanters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Baccarat 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Baccarat 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Moser 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, 2024
    To 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, 2021
    The 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, 2022
    There 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    Crystal 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    The 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.