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Kaiser Sputnik Glass Globes Patinated Brass Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Almelo, NL
Stunning Sputnik chandelier with 9 handmade glass globes and patinated brass by Kaiser Leuchten
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass
Vintage Industrial Opaline Glass Globe Light with Raw Metal Mounting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage industrial ceiling or wall light with opaline glass globe and raw metal mounting. Height
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
13, Light Glass Globe Sputnik Chandelier by Richard Essig, Germany, 1960s
By Richard Essig
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
chandelier is make of gilt brass arms, lacquered brass and clear glass globes.
Socket: 13x e14 for standard
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass, Wood
Opaline Glass Globe Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Italian Brass, Wood & Opaline Glass Globe Chandelier, 1970s
Like a flower frozen in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Vintage Glass Globe Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's French glass lantern with colored glass insets. Singe Edison bulb.
Measurements
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1940s French Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass
Unusual Mid-Century Modern "C" Shape Table Lamp with Glass Globes Shades
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern white lacquer table lamp with frosted glass globes shades.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Very Large Bubble Glass Globe Pendant by Peill
Putzler, 1970s
By Peill
Putzler
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent space age pendant by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s. A huge 18" hand blown glass globe
Category
1970s German Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
1960s Belgian Geometric Chrome and Frosted Glass Globe Chandelier
Located in London, GB
features a polished chrome frame and twelve frosted glass globe shades, each decorated with clear circular
Category
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
German Mid-Century Modern Clear Glass Globe and Chrome Pendant Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
This Mid-Century Modern pendant light features a clear glass globe lampshade and a chrome fitting
Category
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Large Mid-Century Modern Suspension With Thick Acid-Etched Glass Globe-Barcelona
Located in Girona, Girona
Large suspension with twisted tin shaft and very thick acid-etched glass globe. Very high quality
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Tin
Space Age
Sputnik
Glass Globe Pendant Lamp, 1960s-1970s
By Glashütte Limburg, Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Steenwijk, NL
blown glass globe and a chromed metal part with 8 chrome plated E14 fittings on the inside, in a playful
Category
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Small Hand Blown Glass Globe Pendants by RAAK with Chrome Hardware
By RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Baby RAAK blown glass globe pendants with chrome hardware and slightly different black cords. One
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Grand Bohemian Chandelier with Brass Fixture
Hand-blowed Frosted Glass Globes
Located in Almelo, NL
Grand Bohemian chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed frosted glass globes, Czechia 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Forged Iron and Tole Cage-Form Chandelier with Five-Hanging Light Glass Globes
Located in Coimbra, PT
Unusual French forged iron and tole cage-form chandelier with five-hanging light glass globes
Category
Mid-20th Century French Country Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Tôle, Iron
Set of Large Tulip Table Lamps with Glass Globes, Sold Per Pair
Located in New York, NY
Set of four circa 1960s oversized Italian tulip table lamps with milk glass globes. Sold per pair
Category
1960s Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Extra Large Smoke Glass Globe Pendant attr. to Sciloari, ca. 1960s.
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An extra large mid -century glass globe (20.47 inches in diameter ) pendant hanging on brass attr
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
XL Hotel Chandelier with Brass Fixture and Hand-Blowed Frosted Glass Globes
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
XL hotel chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed frosted glass globes by Preciosa, Czechia
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Dutch RAAK Style Blown Glass Globe Pendant Lamp with Chrome
By RAAK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blown glass globe pendant lamp reflects the refined simplicity of Dutch Mid-Century Modern lighting
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Italian Murano Midcentury Large White Striped Glass Globe Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful and big extraordinary Murano glass globe pendant lamp with shiny white stripes and chrome
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
XL Hotel Chandelier with Brass Fixture and Hand-Blowed Frosted Glass Globes
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
XL hotel chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed frosted glass globes by Preciosa, Czechia
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid Century White Glass Globe Table Lamp on Brass Base
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this table lamp dates from the 1970s. Large, rounded white satin glass globe sits
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Chandelier with Brass Fixture
Structured Glass Globes By Preciosa
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Chandelier with Brass Fixture and Structured Glass Globes by Preciosa, Czechia, 1960
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Large Blown Opaline Glass Globe Pendant, Italy, 1930-1939
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A large Italian hand blown opaline glass globe pendant with burnished brass mounts, chain and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Style White Glass Globe Pendant Light 16 in. Diameter
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco style pendant light with a white ball shaped glass globe paired with a brushed brass pole
Category
20th Century Art Deco Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Large set chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed glass globes, Cz 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed glass globes, Cz 1960
A mid-century
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Large Stunning Kaiser Orange Sputnik Glass Globes Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Orange color Sputnik chandelier with 13 handmade glass globes by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass
Sculptural Tripod Floor Lamp with Three Glass Globes, Germany 1970s
Located in London, GB
, culminating in a cluster of three opaline glass globes. Its timeless design and warm, diffused light make it a
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Large Mid-Century Preciosa Chandelier Brass and Glass Globes Czechia 1960s
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
the 1960s, boasts a brass fixture and hand-blown glass globes from the renowned Preciosa Factory in
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Large Set Chandeliers with Brass Fixture and Hand-Blowed Frosted Glass Globes
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed frosted glass globes, Czechia 1960s
An
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Large Stunning Kaiser Sputnik Opal Glass Globes Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Sputnik chrome chandelier with 12 glass globes by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1970s.
High
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron with Milk Glass Globe
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gorgeous Brutalist gilt iron sunburst flush mount with opaline glass globe, France, 1950s.
This
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron, Iron
Large Stunning Kaiser Sputnik Opal Glass Globes Chandelier, Germany, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning Sputnik brass chandelier with 8 glass globes by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1970s.
High
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Large Stunning Kaiser Sputnik Opal 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
Large Starburst Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture with Milk Glass Globe
Located in Barcelona, ES
rays made in hand forged iron surrounding a central opaline glass globe.
Gold leaf gilding and nice
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron, Iron
Italian La Murrina Table Lamp with Swirl Glass Globe and Chrome Base, 1960
By La Murrina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural glass globe lamp with white swirls decoration and sculptural chrome base. In the style
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,329 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass Sconces with Opaline Glass Globes
Located in Rome, IT
from a round brass wall plate and ends with a spherical opaline glass globe. Brass surfaces show even
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
1950
s Italian Ceiling Lamp with Glass Globes in The Style of Stilnovo
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Stunning 1950s Italian chandelier with glass globes and brass detail in the style of Stilnovo.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass, Metal
Czechoslovak Opaline Glass Globe Pendant Lamp, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
A Czechoslovak pendant lamp from the 1970s featuring an opaline glass globe suspended from a chrome
Category
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Large Sunburst Flush Mount in Gilt Iron with Frosted Glass Globe
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye catching sunburst light fixture with foliage design and frosted glass globe shade, Spain, 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Gold Leaf, Iron
Grand Chandelier with Brass Fixture and Hand-blowed Frosted Glass Globes, 1960s
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
Grand Chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed frosted glass globes, Czechia 1950s
A large
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
1950
s Italian Ceiling Lamp with Glass Globes in The Style of Stilnovo
By Vintage Italian Lamp
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Stunning 1950's Italian Chandelier with Glass Globes and Brass Detail in the Style of Stilnovo
Category
20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Set of Four of Vintage Italian Sconces w/Glossy White Murano Glass Globes
By Sergio Mazza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four of vintage Italian sconces w / glossy white murano glass globes mounted on nickel metal
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Sunburst Foliage Flush Mount Light Fixture in Silvered Iron
Milk Glass Globe
Located in Barcelona, ES
Leafed Flush Mount or Wall Sconce in Silvered Iron with Glass Globe
Midcentury flower or sunburst
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Iron
$2,368 Sale Price
20% Off
Floor Lamp with Black and Chrome Base and White Glass Globe Shade
By Sonneman Lighting
Located in Chicago, IL
stand and a white glass globe shade. It throws a broad, indirect light.
Please let us know if you have
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Venini Vintage Pendant with Murano Tessuto Glass Globe and Brass, 1970s
By Venini
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Venini Vintage Pendant with Murano Tessuto Glass Globe and Brass, 1970s
Italian pendant light from
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Bamboo Brass
Leather Handmade Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp Milk Glass Globe
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
Handcrafted tall Mid-Century Modern bamboo and leather floor lamp with brass details and milk glass
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Torch Wall Sconce in Gilt Iron with Milk Glass Globes, Spain 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
leaf gilt wrought iron three-light wall sconce with opaline glass globe shades, Spain, 1940s.
This
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Gold Leaf, Iron
Soft Pink Ceramic Woman Table Lamp with Opaline Glass Globe, Europe, 1970
By Polam ELGO
Located in Vienna, AT
Soft Pink Ceramic Woman Table Lamp with Opaline Glass Globe, Europe, 1970
An elegant and rare mid
Category
20th Century Dutch Art Deco Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Ceramic, Glass, Opaline Glass
Mid-Century Brass Ceiling Lights with Four Pearl White Glass Globes
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Chandeliers with Four Pearl White Glass Globes.
This set of large
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Murano Glass Globe Pendant, Carlo Nason for Mazzega
By Carlo Nason, Angelo Vittorio Mazzega
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous Murano glass globe is splattered with bronze colored effects on the interior and designed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
YS Glass Globe Pendant Lamp by Doria Leuchten Germany 1960
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Oirlo, LI
Glass Globe Pendant Lamp by Doria Leuchten
Beautiful stylish light object, fits perfectly in a
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
$944 Sale Price
20% Off
Glass Globe Pendant Lamp by Doria Leuchten, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Oirlo, LI
Glass Globe pendant lamp by Doria Leuchten, 1970s
Nice stylish light object, fits perfectly in a
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
$659 Sale Price
20% Off
XXL Hotel Chandelier with Brass Fixture and Hand-Blowed Frosted Glass Globes
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
XXL hotel chandelier with brass fixture and hand-blowed frosted glass globes by Preciosa, Czechia
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Chandelier with Patinated brass fixture and hand-blowed glass globes CZ 1960s
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Chandelier with Patinated brass fixture and hand-blowed glass globes by Preciosa, Czechia
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Chandelier with Brass Fixture and Glass Globes by Preciosa, Czechia
By Preciosa
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Chandelier with Brass Fixture and Glass Globes by Preciosa, Czechia, 1960
This
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Pair of Extra Large Glass Globe Chandeliers by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
, circa 1970s.
These impressive, hight-quality chandeliers are made of nickeled brass and blown glass
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass, Nickel
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
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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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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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