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Chandelier Freeone with Crystal Glass
Located in Paris, FR
Chandelier Freeone with Crystal glass cylinders with gold plated structure. With 40 bulbs, lamp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Chandelier Freeone with Crystal Glass
Chandelier Freeone with Crystal Glass
$20,476 Sale Price / item
20% Off
CHRISTOFLE Silverplate Oil Vinegar Set, 1900
By Christofle
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Silverplate oil vinegar set by CHRISTOFLE, France, ca.1900. Silverplate and crystal. Height
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Napoleon III Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

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

1950s Erwin Burger Abstract Paint Curved Crystal Glass Italian Midcentury Plate
By Erwin Walter Burger
Located in Brescia, IT
Erwin Walter Burger Italy 1950s Ciotola in vetro curvato Dipinto astratto sul retro Excellent condiction Paper Label "Erwin Burger"
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Art Glass

Sciolari Six-Light Gold-Plated Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A six-light Sciolari brass chandelier with optical crystal shards. A modernist design which
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

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

Champagne Ice Bucket coller By Val Saint Lambert § A. Charlent
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Brussels, BE
cut Glass and silver plated handles. signed and stamped by VSL and AC A. Charlent. Perfect and
Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Wine Coolers

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Pair of Gold-Plated Wall Sconces Brass Crystal Glass by Emil Stejnar, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Beautiful pair of large gold-plated wall sconces with crystal glass flowers on a brass frame
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Stunning Crystal Glass Bakalowits Chandelier
By Bakalowits Söhne
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning chandeliers by Bakalowits and Sohne with huge gem-like crystals and silver-plated brass
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Silver Plate

Decorative Silver Salt Shaker, A Pair of Antique Salt Shaker Sliver Quail Birds
Located in Wembley, GB
Silver Birds Vintage Salt and Pepper, Set of 2 w/ Sliver Quail Birds. Antique valuable silver salt and pepper shaker or Decorative tableware pressed, cast and chased pair of quail bi...
Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver Leaf

Pair of Gold-Plated Brass and Crystal Glass Wall Lamps Sconces by Palwa, 1960
By Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Beautiful pair of large gold-plated brass and faceted crystal glass wall lights by Palwa from the
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Palwa 18" Sunburst Ball Chandelier Crystal Gold-Plated Brass, Germany 1960s
By Palwa, Christoph Palme
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
gold-plated sun rays explode between pulsating sun discs studded with crystals of different sizes
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

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

Pair of Gold-Plated Brass and Crystal Glass Wall Lamps Sconces by Palwa, 1960
By Palwa
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Beautiful pair of gold-plated brass and faceted crystal glass wall lights by Palwa from the 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Ambassador Floor Lamp with Crystal Glass Pendants
Located in Paris, FR
Floor lamp ambassador with crystal glass pendants. With a circular rows of gold-plated polished
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Early 20th Century Cut Crystal Inkwell with Silver-Plated Screw Cap
Located in Greven, DE
Cut Crystal Inkwell with Silver-Plated Screw Cap England Cut crystal, silver-plated metal Early
Category

Early 20th Century British Inkwells

Materials

Metal

Arizona Floor Lamp with Crystal Glass Tubes
Located in Paris, FR
Floor lamp Arizona with structure in gold plated solid brass and with crystal glass tubes. With 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Arizona Floor Lamp with Crystal Glass Tubes
Arizona Floor Lamp with Crystal Glass Tubes
$8,410 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Heavy Crystal Glass and Brass Lamp by Nachtmann
By Nachtmann
Located in Munich, DE
The company nachtmann is famous for it's glasses, but most people don't know, that they made some
Category

Vintage 1980s German Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Cut-Crystal and Silver Plated Centrepiece by Baccarat, circa 1890
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
An elegant cut-crystal and silver plated centrepieceby La Compagnie des Cristalleries de Baccarat
Category

Antique 19th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Silver Plate

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

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

Crystal Glass Chandelier by Kinkeldey
By Kinkeldey
Located in Wien, AT
Crystal Glass Chandelier by Kinkeldey
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Vitta Gold Round Suspension with Crystal Glass Cylinders
Located in Paris, FR
Suspension Vitta gold round with ribbed crystal glass cylinders gathered and held by a gold plated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Kalmar Large "Palazzo" Ice Crystal Glass Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Vintage Miid-Century Modern Austrian made 'Palazzo' ice crystal glass chandelier by Kalmar, circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

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

Pair of Crystal Gold-Plated Wall Sconces by Kinkeldey, Germany, 1970s
By Kinkeldey
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of  golden sconces with crystal glasses, made by Kinkeldey, Germany, circa 1970-1979. It’s
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

Gold-Plated Crystal Flush Mounts by Stilkronen, Italy
By Stilkronen
Located in Vienna, AT
Gold-Plated Crystal Flush Mounts by Stilkronen, Italy 1970-1980 Priced individually Beautiful
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Luxury Modern Shisha Hookah Nargile Swarovski Crystals and pure gold plated bowl
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
materials such as blown glass coated with pure Gold, Jet-aluminum anodized in Gold, 228 Swarovski Crystals
Category

2010s German Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Aluminum, Gold Plate

Fall Double Ring Suspension with Crystal Glass Cylinders
Located in Paris, FR
Suspension fall double ring with ribbed crystal glass cylinders gathered and held by a gold plated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Vitta Gold Medium Pendant with Crystal Glass Cylinders
Located in Paris, FR
Medium pendant Vitta gold with ribbed crystal glass cylinders gathered and held by a gold plated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Brass and Crystal Glass Waterfall Chandelier, Richard Essig, Germany, 1960s
By Richard Essig
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful 5-tiered brass and crystal glass chandelier made by Richard Essig, Germany, 1960s. The
Category

Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass, Gold Plate

Several Filvem Voghera Crystal and Nickel Plated Wall Lamps
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Exceptional wall lamps with beautiful crystals, nickel plated metal frame by Filvem Voghera, Milan
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Nickel

21st Century Margherita Crystal and Blown Glass Chandelier by Patrizia Garganti
Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT
with daisies in Murano’s blown glass: handmade, they maintain the naturality given by their uniqueness
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Pair of Kinkeldey Wall Light Fixtures, Crystal Glass, 1970
By Kinkeldey
Located in Rijssen, NL
crystals reflect the light beautifully. These modernist design light fixtures were designed by the
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Original 1960s Kinkeldey Crystal Glass Brass Wall Lamp
By Kinkeldey
Located in Oirlo, LI
Gilt and Crystal Glass Wall Lamp by Kinkeldey, 1960s Beautifully shaped Kinkeldey wall lamp made
Category

20th Century German Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Plate

21st Century Margherita Crystal Blown Glass Ceiling Lamp by Patrizia Garganti
Located in Sesto Fiorentino, IT
with daisies in Murano’s blown glass: handmade, they maintain the naturality given by their uniqueness
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Silver Leaf

Contemporary Photo Frame in 24kt Gold plated Brass and Handmade Blue Crystal
By Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
24 kt gold plated brass photo frame. The frame is embellished with entirely handmade blue glass
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Gold, Brass

Lobmeyr Bubbles Chandelier Crystal Glass Gilt Brass, Austria, 1960s
By J. L. Lobmeyr Company, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant chandelier with a gold-plated brass frame and Swarovski crystals. These lamps have an
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Pair of Crystal Gold Plated Wall Lights by Oscar Torlasco for Stilkronen 1970s
By Stilkronen, Oscar Torlasco
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant pair of wall lights with crystal glass on a gold-plated brass frame. With this light you
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Lobmeyr Chandelier Crystal Glass Gilt Brass, Austria, Vienna, 1960s
By J. L. Lobmeyr Company, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant chandelier with a gold-plated brass frame and Swarovski crystals. These lamps have an
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Crystal Glass Wall Lamp Manufactured by Bakalowits, Vienna, 1950
By Bakalowits Söhne
Located in Wien, AT
Crystal glass wall lamp manufactured by Bakalowits, Vienna, 1950 Original condition.
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Nickel

Triedri Crystal Gold-Plated Flush Mount by Venini, Italy
By Venini
Located in Rijssen, NL
crystals of varying lengths that create a great light effect. The crystals are suspended on beautifully
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

19th C. Jugendstil German Cut Glass Crystal Inkwell with Polished 800 Silver Lid
Located in North Miami, FL
: unknown Material: glass, cut glass, crystal, silver, silver plate, metal Technique: cast, molded
Category

Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Exceptional Diamond Shaped Large Crystal Glass Chandelier by Bakalowits Sons
By Bakalowits Söhne
Located in Munich, DE
shaped facet cut crystal glasses and nickel-plated brass, the chandelier needs 9 x E14 / E12 Edison screw
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Outstanding Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass Encrusted Chandelier by Palwa
By Palwa
Located in Berlin, BE
Outstanding chandelier from the 1960s by German high end crystal glass manufacturer Palwa. The 24
Category

Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Gold Plate

Late 19th Century Cut Crystal Inkwell with Silver-Plated Screw Cap
Located in Greven, DE
Cut Crystal Inkwell with Hinged Silver-Plated Lid England or France Cut crystal, silver-plated
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Inkwells

Materials

Cut Glass

Finest Quality English Cut Crystal and Silver Plate Dish / Basket, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
silver plate in a naturalistic bamboo frame with decorative flowers and foliage to either side. The top
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Stunning Gold-Plated and Cut Crystal Chandelier by Palwa, Germany, circa 1970
By Palwa, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
chandeliers features beautifully cut crystals in the form of flowers and petals set on a gold-plated brass
Category

Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1 of the 10 Kinkeldey Wall Light Fixtures, Nickel Crystal Glass, 1970
By Kinkeldey
Located in Rijssen, NL
wall lights are executed to a very high standard. The quality large square crystals beautifully
Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Spectacular petite Backlit Mirror Gilded Brass, Crystal Glass by Palwa, Germany
By Palwa
Located in Aachen, NRW
It is made of a 24-carat gold-plated brass frame decorated with many pieces of cut crystal glass
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Bakalowits Crystal Diamond Backlit Mirror Glass Chrome, Austria, 1950
By Bakalowits Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
Bakalowits crystal diamond mirror chrome, Austria 1950. Midcentury 20.5 inch backlit mirror with
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass, Chrome

J. L. Lobmeyr Huge Square Gold-Plated Crystal and Brass Sconce, Austria, 1970s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
A huge gold-plated brass wall light. Designed and executed in the 1970s by J. L. Lobmeyr. Very
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1960 Germany Kinkeldey Large Flush Mount Chandelier Gold-Plated Brass Crystal
By Kinkeldey
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant large flush mount with faceted crystal glass on a gold-plated brass frame. Manufactured by
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Crystal

Set of Silver Plated Sconces with Molded Glass Leaves, Sold Per Pair
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 silver-plated, circa 1930's sconces with mirrored leaves and crystal flowers. Sold per
Category

Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Pendant in Brass with Crystal Glass Flutes
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
gorgeous masterpiece. Materials Body: Brass and crystal glass Standard finishes Body: Gold-plated Bulbs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Extraordinary Huge Palwa Gilded Brass and Crystal Glass Chandelier
By Palwa
Located in Berlin, BE
Glamorous gilded brass and crystal glass six-tier chandelier with 198 crystal glasses. Very rare in
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Gold Plate

Kalmar Mid-Century Modern Crystal Glass Gilt Brass Chandelier Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern, vintage, Austrian made 'Palazzo' ice crystal glass chandelier by Kalmar, circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

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Crystal Glass Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the crystal glass plate you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, stone and crystal, every crystal glass plate was constructed with great care. There are 865 variations of the antique or vintage crystal glass plate you’re looking for, while we also have 81 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer crystal glass plate, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A crystal glass plate is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made crystal glass plate has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Palwa, Luxxu and Kalmar Lighting are consistently popular.

How Much is a Crystal Glass Plate?

The average selling price for a crystal glass plate at 1stDibs is $1,895, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $135,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Crystal Glass Plate
  • 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
    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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Charger plates are decorative plates that are slightly larger than dinner plates. They are designed to go under the dinner plate, adding style to the table while protecting it from heat and spills. They are made from a variety of materials, including glass. Shop a collection of beautiful charger plates 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    How 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 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.