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Mid-Century Light Glass Globe with Wooden Base by Paul Rath, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
-Fully functional
-Photo surface defects
-Made of glass, metal and wood.
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Italian Murano Glass Globe Chandelier with white Stripes and Brass, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Murano Glass Globe Chandelier with white Stripe Design and Brass
Gorgeous pendant light
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
1970
s chrome pendant light with white glass globe shades
Located in London, GB
A 1970's seven light "space age" chrome pendant light.
With modern white glass globe shades.
Re
Category
Late 20th Century European Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Italian Mid-Century Murano Glass Globe Pendant 1960s
Located in New York, NY
glass globe with soft amber and white lattimo glass in an alternating ribbon pattern. This arrangement
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Globe Table Lamps
circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Pair of blown Murano clear glass globe table lamps (circa 1970s) in the style of Paulo Venini
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
$1,204 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Johansfors Glasbruk, Sweden. Lidded jar in art glass. Globe design.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Johansfors Glasbruk, Sweden. Lidded jar in art glass. Globe design.
Handmade.
From the 1980s
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Glass Globe Light in Murano Class and Chrome, 1960s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Glass Globe Light - 1960s Murano Class and Chrome, Space Age Design, Mid Century, XL retro
Category
20th Century Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Pendant Light by Doria, Glass Globe and Chrome, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
. This light fixture is made of chrome (nickel) and a hand blown textured glass globe.
The total drop can
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome, Nickel
Brass and Glass Globe Chandelier, Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s Germany
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Voorburg, NL
-blown clear glass globe.
The architectural design balances functionality with sculptural elegance. When
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
1970s Swedish Brass Chandelier with Opaline Glass Globes
Located in London, GB
features a brass structure with multiple opaline glass globes. The chandelier's sculptural form is both
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Louis Sognot Bamboo Rattan Pendant Lantern with Glass Globe, France, 1950s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Boho-Chique pendant with a bamboo and rattan shade and a glass globe by Louis Sognot
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Rattan, Art Glass
$2,468 Sale Price
20% Off
Modern Chrome Pendant Lighting with 6 Glass Globes
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Modern Chrome Pendant Lighting in the '70s style features six glass globes suspended from
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
$473 Sale Price
50% Off
Pair Italian Modern White and Clear Handblown Glass Globe Chandelier, Vistosi
Located in Queens, NY
Pair Italian Modern White and Clear Handblown Glass Globe Chandelier, Vistosi
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Blown Glass
Four Opaline White Glass Globe Metal Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tall sleek modernist polished chrome floor lamp with four milky white opaline glass globes from the
Category
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Vintage Burger Chef Icosahedron Glass Globe Lights
Located in Hanover, MA
Genuine treasure from America's burger wars of the 1960's, we have two of these opaque white glass
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Acrylic
$1,800 / item
1960s Czech Cut-Glass Globe Pendant Light
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
These striking 30cm cut-glass globe pendants were salvaged from former Czechoslovakia and date from
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Bakelite
$520 / item
Vintage delight! Midcentury Modern ‘Bubble Glass’ Globe Pendant
By Venini
Located in LA, CA
Bubbly and bold! Extra large hand-blown textured glass globe with an antiqued chrome frame.
Thomas
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Large Sputnik Chandelier with Thirty White Glass Globes 125cm/49.21in.
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sputnik chandelier features thirty glass globes arranged in a harmonious, radial design. The central metal
Category
1970s European Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Pair of Vintage Gilt Iron and Glass Globe Spanish Wall Lights
Located in Hastings, GB
a glass globe shade and has a single e14 (small screw in) lamp holder.
Height 31 cm x Width 39 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Regency Revival Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Czech Milk Glass / Opaline Glass Globe Pendant Lights
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
These milk glass globe pendant lights were reclaimed from former municipal buildings in Prague and
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Milk Glass, Opaline Glass, Bakelite
Heirloom Globe by Replogle
By Replogle Globes
Located in Pasadena, TX
1970s Replogle Illuminated glass globe on a dark brown walnut stand.
Globe has a full 360 degree
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel
$1,650 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-Century Modernist Chandelier with 30 Handblown Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Almelo, NL
A midcentury modernist large chandelier with 30 handblown opaline glass globes. The fixture is made
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Large Hotel Chandeliers with Brass Fixture and Structured Glass Globes
Located in Almelo, NL
glass globes and in numerous smaller structured glass globes. These chandeliers with brass frame consist
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Large Vintage Milk Glass Globe Pendant with Antique Brass Canopy
Located in New York, NY
room. Some minor blemishes and scratches on a glass globe, and a cut line presents under the globe
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Blown Glass, Milk Glass
Midcentury Italian Chromed Chandelier with Six Satin White Glass Globes, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A chromed chandelier with six satin white fluted glass globes, Italy, 1960s
The glass globes are
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
$2,639 Sale Price
20% Off
French Mid Century Modern, Brass, Blown Glass, Globe Pendant Lights, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
French Mid Century Modern, Brass, Blown Glass, Globe Pendant Lights,1950s
Elegant pair of finely
Category
1950s French Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Cascade Fixture with Six Yellow Murano Glass Globes, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Doria Leuchten, manufacturered around 1960s. With hand blown heavy and high quality murano glass globes
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass, Steel
Large Stunning Kaiser Sputnik Glass Globes Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Sputnik chandelier with 12 handmade glass globes by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1960s
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Huge Sputnik Chandelier Flush Mount with Bubble Glass Globes Germany, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Huge Sputnik chandelier with six large blown bubble glass globes.
Germany, 1960s
Lamp sockets: 6x
Category
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
$4,746 Sale Price
20% Off
German Vintage Eight-Arm Sputnik Pendant Chandelier Brass Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist Sputnik chandelier metal, brass and eight beautiful handblown opaline glass globes
Category
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Vintage Large White Opaline Glass Globe Brass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Opaline glass globe
2 meter black cotton flex
Brass top
Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb
Priced per
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Cascade Fixture with Eight Murano Glass Globes, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Leuchten, manufacturered around 1960s. With hand blown murano glass globes in 11.8"(30 cm). Very suitable
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Industrial Pendant Light, Lamp Cast Iron Glass Globe Ceiling Hanging
Located in Oakville, CT
Cast iron, steel and frosted white glass globe industrial hanging, ceiling pendant lamp, light. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel, Iron
RAAK Attributed Opaline Glass Globe Pendant Lights with Chrome Hardware
By RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Attractive, Mid-Century, RAAK attributed vintage opaline glass globe pendants with chrome hardware
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Bronze and White Murano Glass Globe Pendants (TWO available)
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful Italian bronze and white glass globe shaped pendant light is so classic with its
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco and Art Nouveau Chandelier with Clear Cut Crystal Glass Globes
Located in Coimbra, PT
An unusual antique French Art Deco cut crystal glass globes 4-light chandelier,
circa 1920s
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Industrial Pendant Light, Lamp Cast Iron Glass Globe Ceiling Hanging
Located in Oakville, CT
Cast iron, steel and frosted white glass globe industrial hanging, ceiling pendant lamp, light. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel, Iron
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Midcentury Brass and Eight Light Glass Globes Chandelier
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Midcentury Brass and Eight Light Glass Globes Chandelier
Beautiful chandelier
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Modern Chrome Tubular and Art Glass Globe Lamp Lighting
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Toronto, ON
art glass globe. The globe is handmade/blown, its made of a smoke tinted transparent glass with a
Category
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
$792 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Modern Doria Glass Globe Pendant
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Dronten, NL
embodies the elegance and innovation that defined the era.
The hand-blown textured glass globe diffuses
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Vintage 9K Gold Glass Globe Spinner Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage 9 karat yellow gold glass globe charm pendant. The charm is beautifully detailed with a
Category
Late 20th Century British Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
9k Gold
Rare 1950s Stilnovo Chandelier with Opaline Glass Globes. Italy
By Stilnovo
Located in Catania, CT
design with frosted glass globes and brass arms, this piece embodies the elegance and innovation of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Spanish Wall Light crown in Gilt Iron with Milk Glass Globes , 1950
Located in La xara, VC
Gothic revival gold leaf gilt wrought iron double wall light with two opaline glass globe shades
Category
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
$1,129 Sale Price / set
68% Off
Spanish Wrought Iron Fish Shaped Wall Light with Frosted Glass Globe, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wrought Iron Fishe Wall Light with Frosted Glass Globe Shade. Spain, 1950s-1960s
Rare find.
This
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Wrought Iron, Iron
French 1930s Cast Iron Pendant with Milk Glass Globe and Chain Surround
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French 1930s mounted decorative cast iron pendant with milk glass globe and chain surround.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Iron
$1,257 Sale Price
30% Off
Starburst Chandelier in Silvered Wrought Iron with Opaline Glass Globes, 1950s
By Ferro Art
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Starburst Large Chandelier with 6 Milk Glass Globes, Silvered Leaf, Wrought Iron
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Silver Leaf
$6,598 Sale Price
20% Off
Sunburst Light Fixture in Silvered Iron with Milk Glass Globe
Located in Barcelona, ES
sunburst in silver color with leaves surrounding a milk glass globe at the central part. The opaline glass
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Iron
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Stunning Kaiser Sputnik Glass Globes Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning radial Sputnik brass chandelier with six opal glass globes by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Italian Modernist Brass Floor Lamp with Glass Globe, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
An Italian modernist brass floor lamp with a dramatic hand blown Murano glass globe comprised of
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Sunburst Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron with Milk Glass Globe
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye catching sunburst light fixture with foliage design and milk glass globe shade, Spain, 1950s
Category
20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
$2,753 Sale Price
20% Off
One of... Large Austrian Vintage Blown Glass Globe Ceiling Light Lantern, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
ONE of... hand blown textured glass globe and metal pendant light.
Austria, 1960s.
Lamp sockets
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Grand Chandelier with Brass Fixture and Hand-blowed Glass Globes, 1960s
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
Grand Chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed glass globes, Czechia 1950s
This large
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Italian Chandelier Murano Glass Globes, Curved Chrome Frame by Sciolari C 1960s
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian Chandelier w/ Murano glass globes, curved chrome metal frame / Designed by Sciolari
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Murano Glass
Modern Large Murano Art Glass Globe Dome Polished Nickel Flush Mount Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Modern Large Murano Style Art Glass Globe / Dome With Polished Nickel Housing Flush Mount Ceiling
Category
20th Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Nickel
Sputnik Starburst Chandelier in Gilt Wrought Iron with Opaline Glass Globes
By Ferro Art
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Foliage Starburst Sunburst Chandelier with 7 Milk Glass Globes, Gilt Silvered Iron
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Silver Leaf
Italian Gold Murano Glass Globe Table Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
A stunning Gold Murano glass globe table lamp with a meticulously detailed giltwood stem and base
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass, Giltwood
1990 Chapman Hollywood Regency Brass
Glass Globe Trophy Urn Table Lamp
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 1990 neoclassical, Hollywood regency style Chapman brass and glass globe table lamp with
Category
1990s Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
$245 Sale Price
30% Off
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Vintage Glass Globes For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of vintage glass globes is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage glass globes was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and brass. Vintage glass globes have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern vintage glass globes are consistently popular styles. Vintage glass globes have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Doria Leuchten Germany, Glashütte Limburg and Lightolier are consistently popular.
How Much are Vintage Glass Globes?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,019, while they’re typically $197 on the low end and $15,800 highest priced.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Glass Globes
- What are vintage globes made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage globes were created in a variety of materials and colors. Globes can be made of tin, cast iron, cardboard, wood and plaster. They also vary in size and design. Browse a selection of vintage globes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
- What is vintage slag glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
- Is vintage glass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.
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