How do you identify vintage glass?

To 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.

How do you tell if glass is vintage?

To 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.

How can you tell if glass is vintage?

To 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?

Slag 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.

How can I tell if my vintage glasses are gold?

To 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.

How can you tell if a glass vase is vintage?

To 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.

Is vintage glass worth anything?

Yes, 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.

How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?

To 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.

How can you tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real?

To 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.

How can I tell the difference between vintage glass beads and plastic?

The 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.

Vintage Dessert Glasses

Georg Jensen Silver Flatware Patterns

Georg Jensen Pyramid Spoon

French Glass Top Dining Tables

Dessert Plates Hand Painted

Lily Of The Valley Sterling

Glass Salad Plates

Set Of 8 Dessert Plates

Porcelain German Dessert Sets

Category

20th Century American Rococo Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 8 Chantilly Sterling Silver Salad or Dessert Forks by Gorham

$320 / set

Georg Jensen Acorn Dessert Spoon in Sterling Silver, 6 Pieces in Stock

Located in København, Copenhagen

Georg Jensen Acorn dessert spoon in sterling silver. 6 pcs in stock. Measure: Length 17.3 cm. In

Category

20th Century Danish Art Deco Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Acorn Dessert Spoon in Sterling Silver, 6 Pieces in Stock

$160 / item

Hallbergs Guldsmeds Ab, Sweden, "Olga" Dessert Spoon in Silver 1946, 3 Pieces

Located in København, Copenhagen

Hallbergs Guldsmeds Ab, Sweden. "Olga" dessert spoon in silver. Dated 1946. Three pieces in stock

Category

1940s Swedish Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver

Hallbergs Guldsmeds Ab, Sweden, "Olga" Dessert Spoon in Silver 1946, 3 Pieces

$240 / set

Georg Jensen Old Danish, set of six dessert spoons in sterling silver.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Georg Jensen Old Danish, a set of six dessert spoons in sterling silver. Stamped with post-1944

Category

20th Century Danish Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Old Danish, set of six dessert spoons in sterling silver.

$800 / set

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain, six dessert plates in hand-painted porcelain

Located in København, Copenhagen

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain, six dessert plates in hand-painted porcelain. Model number 1

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain, six dessert plates in hand-painted porcelain

$320 / set

Set of Eight Sterling Silver Stemmed Dessert Cups, 20 toz, 20th Century

Located in Big Flats, NY

Set of eight sterling silver stemmed dessert cups feature ruffled and fluted cups, marked on base

Category

20th Century Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Eight Sterling Silver Stemmed Dessert Cups, 20 toz, 20th Century

$850

Faceted Flashed Pink Cranberry Kings Crown Etched Tableware Set of 16 by Tiffin

By Tiffin Glass Co.

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Set of 16 flashed cranberry ruby red Kings Crown dessert plates and glasses from Tiffin-Franciscan

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Glass

Faceted Flashed Pink Cranberry Kings Crown Etched Tableware Set of 16 by Tiffin

$1,350 / set

Jean Cocteau French Limoges Set of Four Ceramic Dessert Plates, circa 1958

By Limoges, Jean Cocteau

Located in Chicago, IL

A set of four French Limoges dessert or appetizer plates by Jean Cocteau, circa 1958. Signed Jean

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Jean Cocteau French Limoges Set of Four Ceramic Dessert Plates, circa 1958

$675 / set

Hermes - Set of 6 Dinner Plates and 6 Dessert Plates Toucan Porcelain

By Hermès

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Set of 6 dinner plates and 6 dessert plates "Toucan" made in porcelain by Hermes. All plates are

Category

1990s French Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Hermes - Set of 6 Dinner Plates and 6 Dessert Plates Toucan Porcelain

$2,931 / set

Set of Spectacular Art Deco Dessert Service by Jean Luce

Located in New York, NY

This stunning Dessert service by Jean Luce for the Limoge co. This complete service for eight has

Category

20th Century French Vintage Dessert Glasses

Set of Spectacular Art Deco Dessert Service by Jean Luce

$2,475

12 English Minton Classical Gilt Porcelain Dessert Plates with Fruit

By Minton

Located in Big Flats, NY

Set of 12 English Minton porcelain dessert plates feature fruit motif with Classical gilt

Category

20th Century English Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

12 English Minton Classical Gilt Porcelain Dessert Plates with Fruit

$340 / set

Series of 12 vintage ceramic dessert plates by Faïencerie Nouvelle, Givors Franc

Located in AIGNAN, FR

Series of 12 ceramic dessert plates designed by Faïencerie Nouvelle, Givors France in the 1960s

Category

Mid-20th Century French Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Series of 12 vintage ceramic dessert plates by Faïencerie Nouvelle, Givors Franc

$537 / set

Set of 12 Antique Dresden Ambrosius Lamm Red Dessert Plates, circa 1880

By Ambrosius Lamm

Located in Austin, TX

Studio porcelain. Please see additional offerings. Wonderful set of 12 dessert or luncheon plates hand

Category

Mid-20th Century German Other Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 12 Antique Dresden Ambrosius Lamm Red Dessert Plates, circa 1880

$1,100

Antique Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Dessert Plate, Number 20/3552

Located in København, Copenhagen

Antique Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica dessert plate. Early mark. Hand painted in highest quality

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Dessert Glasses

Antique Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Dessert Plate, Number 20/3552

$500

Meissen Tea Dessert Set For 12 Indian Flowers Coloured Gold 20th Century

By Viennese Imperial Porcelain Manufactory

Located in Vienna, AT

, twelve cups, twelve saucers, twelve dessert plates, 1 large round serving dish, 1 small oval plate, 1

Category

20th Century German Baroque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Tea Dessert Set For 12 Indian Flowers Coloured Gold 20th Century

$5,624 / set

Vintage Striped Cream Pot / Dessert Set With Tray by Limoges

By Limoges

Located in Ross, CA

typically used in France for desserts such as chocolate, mousse or custard. Tray: 9.25 wide by 6.5 wide

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Striped Cream Pot / Dessert Set With Tray by Limoges

$280

Meissen Coffee Dessert Set For 6 Persons Arabian Nights , Prof. Werner, 20th

By Ludwig Zepner, Meissen Porcelain, Heinz Werner

Located in Vienna, AT

, 6 saucers, 6 dessert plates and 1 round serving platter. Form: No 2394, designed by Ludwig Zepner

Category

1980s German Baroque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Coffee Dessert Set For 6 Persons Arabian Nights , Prof. Werner, 20th

$23,335 / set

Rothschild Oiseaux Coffee Dessert Set For 12 Persons Herend Hungary, 20th C

By Herend

Located in Vienna, AT

cups, 12 saucers, 12 dessert plates, 1 serving tray square with handles, 1 serving tray oval, 1

Category

20th Century Hungarian Other Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Rothschild Oiseaux Coffee Dessert Set For 12 Persons Herend Hungary, 20th C

$3,949 / set

12 Pcs Royal Copenhagen Blue Flower Braided, Large Dessert Plate or Salad Plate

Located in København, Copenhagen

12 pcs Royal Copenhagen blue flower braided, large dessert plate or salad plate. Decoration number

Category

1960s Danish Neoclassical Vintage Dessert Glasses

12 Pcs Royal Copenhagen Blue Flower Braided, Large Dessert Plate or Salad Plate

$300

French 950 Silver Vermeil Flatware Dessert Set Service by Andre Aucoc Paris 71pc

Located in Big Bend, WI

Very fine French vermeil 950 silver dessert set by Andre Aucoc, Paris, circa 1887-1911, 71 pieces

Category

20th Century Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver

French 950 Silver Vermeil Flatware Dessert Set Service by Andre Aucoc Paris 71pc

$12,500 / set

Georg Jensen Pyramid Large Tea Spoon / Dessert Spoon in Sterling Silver, 13 Pcs

Located in København, Copenhagen

Georg Jensen Pyramid large tea spoon / dessert spoon in sterling silver. Designed by Harald

Category

1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Dessert Glasses

Georg Jensen Pyramid Large Tea Spoon / Dessert Spoon in Sterling Silver, 13 Pcs

$1,300 / set

Cartier La Maison Du Prince, 18 Starter Dessert Forks Silver Plated in Box

By Cartier

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Set of 18 starter/dessert forks "La Maison du Prince" made in silver plated by Cartier. ach piece

Category

1980s European Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver Plate

Cartier La Maison Du Prince, 18 Starter Dessert Forks Silver Plated in Box

$2,931 / set

Meissen Coffee Dessert Set For 6 Persons Flowers, Blue Rim Gold, Mid-20th

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

bowl, 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 dessert plates. Shape: New cutout Decor: Number 051110 - Flower 2 slanted

Category

Mid-20th Century German Baroque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Coffee Dessert Set For 6 Persons Flowers, Blue Rim Gold, Mid-20th

$3,470 / set

Meissen Mocha Dessert Set For 4 People, Onion Pattern With Coral Gold, 20th

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

, four cups, four saucers, four dessert plates Shape: New Cut Decor: No. 800117 - Underglaze blue Onion

Category

1980s German Baroque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Mocha Dessert Set For 4 People, Onion Pattern With Coral Gold, 20th

$2,154 / set

French Art Deco Style Dessert Forks by Ste. France Orfevrerie-Set of 12

Located in Ross, CA

Vintage French silver plated dessert forks made in France by Ste. France Orfevrerie. Each fork is

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Art Deco Style Dessert Forks by Ste. France Orfevrerie-Set of 12

$360

Dessert Set from the House of Goldsmith Le Chardon, 20th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Dessert set from the House of Goldsmith Le Chardon, 20th Century. Dessert set consisting of 12

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver Plate

Dessert Set from the House of Goldsmith Le Chardon, 20th Century.

$454

Set of Eight Signed Christian Dior Renaissance Fine China Dessert Salad Plates

By Christian Dior

Located in West Hartford, CT

Rare, coveted and out of production Christian Dior fine porcelain china. The pattern is Renaissance and it features the famed blue and gold scrolls and floral rim. The set was in pr...

Category

1990s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Eight Signed Christian Dior Renaissance Fine China Dessert Salad Plates

$775

Set of 4 Gorham Versailles Sterling Silver Oval Soup/Dessert Spoon W/Mono

By Tiffany Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Set of 4 Gorham Versailles sterling silver oval soup/dessert spoons. Monogram appears to be EKE

Category

20th Century Danish Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 4 Gorham Versailles Sterling Silver Oval Soup/Dessert Spoon W/Mono

$329

Pair of 1950s Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths Brass Dessert Trays

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Pair of 1950s Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths brass dessert trays.

Category

1950s Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1950s Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths Brass Dessert Trays

$1,400 / set

Meissen Koffee, Tee Dessert Set For 12 Pers., Indian Flowers, Germany, 20th C.

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

milk jugs, 2 sugar bowls, 12 cups, 12 saucers, 12 dessert plates, 1 oblong tray, 1 serving dish with

Category

20th Century German Baroque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Koffee, Tee Dessert Set For 12 Pers., Indian Flowers, Germany, 20th C.

$8,137 / set

Meissen Coffee and Tee Set With Dessert Plates Chinese Straw Decor 6 People

Located in Vienna, AT

6 cups - height = 2.75 in 6 saucers - diameter = 5.51 in 6 dessert plates - diameter = 8.07 in 1

Category

1970s German Chinoiserie Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Coffee and Tee Set With Dessert Plates Chinese Straw Decor 6 People

$9,334 / set

Meissen Coffee and Tee Set with Dessert Plates 12 People Rich Dragon, Yellow

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

- height = 6,5 cm / 2.55 in 12 saucers - diameter = 14,0 cm / 5.51 in 12 dessert plates - diameter = 18,0

Category

1970s German Chinoiserie Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Coffee and Tee Set with Dessert Plates 12 People Rich Dragon, Yellow

$5,385 / set

FÜRSTIN Dessert Set for Two By Furstenberg, 1950’s, Ivory And Gold Porcelain

By Furstenberg Porcelain

Located in Crespières, FR

design resulting in high-quality tableware. We propose the opportunity to buy a dessert set for two or a

Category

1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Gold

FÜRSTIN Dessert Set for Two By Furstenberg, 1950’s, Ivory And Gold Porcelain

$897 / set

Saint Cloud by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Dessert Set for 8 Service 24 pcs

By Gorham

Located in Big Bend, WI

Saint Cloud by Gorham sterling silver Dessert set, 24 pieces. This set includes: 8 Dessert Knives

Category

20th Century Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Saint Cloud by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Dessert Set for 8 Service 24 pcs

$2,895 / set

Set of 12 Hand Decorated Limoges Dessert Plates with Japanese Subjects

By L. Bernardaud and Co.

Located in Great Barrington, MA

An amazing set of 12 dessert plates with different hand colored characters depicted on each plate

Category

1940s French Japonisme Vintage Dessert Glasses

Set of 12 Hand Decorated Limoges Dessert Plates with Japanese Subjects

$3,600

Meissen Dessert Plates Set for Six Persons Swan Decor by Kaendler, 20th Century

By Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

We invite you here to look at a splendid Meissen set of dessert plates for six persons: This

Category

Mid-20th Century German Baroque Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Dessert Plates Set for Six Persons Swan Decor by Kaendler, 20th Century

$1,800

60s Raymond Loewy Jet Rose for Rosenthal 12 Dessert / Salad Plates

By Raymond Lowey, Rosenthal

Located in Miami, FL

A 1960s set of 12 Salad / Dessert plates (three sets available) in Raymond Loewy Jet Rose pattern

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

60s Raymond Loewy Jet Rose for Rosenthal 12 Dessert / Salad Plates

$120 / set

Set of 12 Table Knives 12 Dessert Knives Modern Art Deco Style Grecian Pattern

Located in London, GB

A very good 12 person Set of Silver Table & Dessert Knives in a Classic Modern Art Deco Grecian

Category

20th Century English Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Table Knives 12 Dessert Knives Modern Art Deco Style Grecian Pattern

$2,263

c. 1970 Set of 14 Valencia Pattern Salad or Dessert Plates by Arabia, Finland

By Arabia, Ulla Procope

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Set of 14 stoneware salad or dessert plates "Valencia" pattern by Arabia, c.1970, Finland. Designed

Category

1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Stoneware

c. 1970 Set of 14 Valencia Pattern Salad or Dessert Plates by Arabia, Finland

$695 / set

Set of 3 Ceramic Magnolia Floral Motif Dessert Plates in Pale Blue and Silver

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A set of three magnolia flower motif dessert plates. Bring life to your next gathering by

Category

20th Century American Georgian Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver

Set of 3 Ceramic Magnolia Floral Motif Dessert Plates in Pale Blue and Silver

$150 / set

Porcelain Tea Coffee and Dessert Set Furstenberg 1960’s White and Blue 37 Pieces

By Furstenberg Porcelain

Located in Crespières, FR

A tea or coffee set with a tea pot, sugar bowl milk jug, cups and saucers, dessert plates and a

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Tea Coffee and Dessert Set Furstenberg 1960’s White and Blue 37 Pieces

$1,316

Late 20th Century Set of 10 Duke of Gloucester Pattern Dessert or Salad Plates

By Mottahedeh

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Late 20th century set of 10 Duke of Gloucester pattern Dessert or Salad Plates by Mottahedeh

Category

Late 20th Century American American Colonial Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Late 20th Century Set of 10 Duke of Gloucester Pattern Dessert or Salad Plates

$625 / set

Vintage English Edwardian Style Silver Plated 3 Tier Folding Dessert Tray Stand

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage English Edwardian Style Silver Plated 3 Tier Folding Dessert Tray Stand. Circa Late 20th

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage English Edwardian Style Silver Plated 3 Tier Folding Dessert Tray Stand

$200

12 English Hand-Painted and Gilt Porcelain Dessert Plates by George Jones

By George Jones Sons

Located in Big Flats, NY

Set of 12 English fine china porcelain dessert plates by George Jones & Sons feature scalloped rim

Category

20th Century English Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

12 English Hand-Painted and Gilt Porcelain Dessert Plates by George Jones

$950 / set

Six Herend Floral and Gilt Decorated Porcelain Bowls Dessert Plates 20th C

By Herend

Located in Big Flats, NY

A set of six bowls and dessert plates by Herend offer porcelain construction with scalloped rims

Category

20th Century Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Six Herend Floral and Gilt Decorated Porcelain Bowls Dessert Plates 20th C

$440 / set

Eight Dessert Plates, Hand-Painted Song Birds by Jan Nosek, Vintage Lenox

By Lenox s Ceramic Art Company

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An utterly charming set of dessert or display plates by the storied firm of Lenox and signed by Jan

Category

1940s American Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Gold

Eight Dessert Plates, Hand-Painted Song Birds by Jan Nosek, Vintage Lenox

$625 / set

Elysee by Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Vermeil Gold Dessert Set 16 Pieces

By Jean Puiforcat

Located in Big Bend, WI

Elysee by Puiforcat French sterling silver vermeil (completely gold washed) dessert set, 16 pieces

Category

20th Century Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Elysee by Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Vermeil Gold Dessert Set 16 Pieces

$8,200

Set of 6 Windsor Bone China Coffee Cups with Saucers and Dessert Plates, UK 1966

By Hammersley

Located in London, GB

Windsor bone China set of 6 coffee cups with saucers and matching dessert plates Gold details on

Category

1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 6 Windsor Bone China Coffee Cups with Saucers and Dessert Plates, UK 1966

$480 / set

English Bone China Dessert Dishes a Set of Eight Turquoise Made Mid-20th Century

Located in Katonah, NY

We are happy to offer this charming set of eight plates. They are richly enameled around the border with turquoise peonies, and turquoise, black, and gray leaves. The dishes are made...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Other

English Bone China Dessert Dishes a Set of Eight Turquoise Made Mid-20th Century

$720 / set

Set of 6 Salad or Dessert Plates, Spode s Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th century

By Spode

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Set of 6 Salad or Dessert Plates, Spode's Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th century, bone china. Fine

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Set of 6 Salad or Dessert Plates, Spode s Fleur de Lys Gold, Mid-20th century

$225 / set

Set of Gien Bird and Faux Bois Design Dessert Plates w/ Serving Platter

Located in New York, NY

Set of Mid-Century Gien Bird and Faux Bois Design Dessert Plates w/ Serving Platter.

Category

1960s French Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Gien Bird and Faux Bois Design Dessert Plates w/ Serving Platter

$850

Rare Set of 6 Polished Aluminum Dessert Cups by Harvey Aluminum Machine Age

By Harvey Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Great set of 6 polished aluminum dessert ice cream cups,great design beautiful condition by Harvey

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Set of 6 Polished Aluminum Dessert Cups by Harvey Aluminum Machine Age

$275 / set

Dali "Las Flores Dalinianas" Set of 8 Dessert Plate Limited Edition 1981 N°6244

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Paris, FR

Genious Dali 1904-1989, world-famous Spanish Surrealist artist, in the design of these dessert

Category

Late 20th Century German Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Ceramic

Dali "Las Flores Dalinianas" Set of 8 Dessert Plate Limited Edition 1981 N°6244

$2,513 / set

Gien Le Langage Des Fleurs Faïence Dessert or Fruit Talking Plates, Set of Four

By Gien

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. diameter x 1 in. height. The ideal size for the dessert or fruit course. Excellent.

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Porcelain

Gien Le Langage Des Fleurs Faïence Dessert or Fruit Talking Plates, Set of Four

$195 / set

Vintage English Crystal Cut Glass Bowl Midcentury

Located in London, GB

A large midcentury beautiful vintage English crystal cut glass fruit / dessert bowl, circa 1950s

Category

1950s English Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Crystal

Vintage English Crystal Cut Glass Bowl Midcentury

$171

Mid-20th Century Chrome and Glass Bar Dessert Cart

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Sleek and compact sturdy chrome and glass bar beverage or dessert cart. Compact size with nice

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-20th Century Chrome and Glass Bar Dessert Cart

$1,675

Italian Mid-Century Modern Dessert or Pastry Cart in Brass Glass

Located in Astoria, NY

Italian Mid-Century Modern dessert or pastry cart on wheels with glass shelf closed compartment

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dessert Glasses

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Dessert or Pastry Cart in Brass Glass

$3,375

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Vintage Dessert Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage dessert glasses available for sale. The range of distinct vintage dessert glasses — often made from metal, ceramic and porcelain — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of vintage dessert glasses available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage dessert glasses made by Neoclassical designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Vintage dessert glasses have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen and Royal Copenhagen are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Dessert Glasses?

Prices for vintage dessert glasses start at $18 and top out at $18,500 with the average selling for $549.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining 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 Vintage Dessert Glasses

How do you identify vintage glass?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To 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.
How do you tell if glass is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
To 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.
How can you tell if glass is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
To 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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Slag 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.
How can I tell if my vintage glasses are gold?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To 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.
How can you tell if a glass vase is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
To 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.
Is vintage glass worth anything?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Yes, 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.
How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To 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.
How can you tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
To 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.
How can I tell the difference between vintage glass beads and plastic?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The 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.

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