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Pair Stiffel Style Brass Porcelain Milk Glass Globe Table Lamps Chinoiserie 1950
By Stiffel
Located in Miami, FL
featuring a classic brass torchiere and pedestal. Original long brass torchiere style stem with a milk glass
Category
1950s American Chinoiserie Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Nice Gilded Florentine Ceiling Lamp with Opaline Glass Globe Shade, Italy, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A very rare Florentine hanging lamp with an opal glass ball as a light source.
It is very elegant
Category
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Large Azucena Murano Opalescent Glass Globe Brass Thee-Light Pendant Italy 1950s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Dominioni, Italy, 1950. Large-sized lamp of hand blown opalescent glass and brass. The Model LS1 was
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Louis Sognot Bamboo Rattan Wall Sconce with Milk Glass Globe, France 1950s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large rattan and bamboo wall light with milk glass lampshade. Attributed to Louis Sognot. France
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Milk Glass, Cane
Set of Three Rare Modernist Glass Globes Sconces Wall Lamps, Germany 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of three large and beautiful crystal glass, brass and iron wall lamps in the style of Hans Agne
Category
Mid-20th Century German Minimalist Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass, Iron
Large Pendant Gold Chrome Gold Metal with Extra Large Opal Glass Globe
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Mid-Century Modern metal crome chandelier, pendant or lantern with extra large globe in opal glass
Category
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Set of Fratelli Toso Venini Murano Murrina Lattimo Blue Black Glass Globe Vases
By Fratelli Toso, Venini
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two Round Shaped Murano Glass Ball Vases, Italy, 1940s-1960s.
The small one is a ball shaped
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Milk Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Murrine
$1,421 Sale Price / set
20% Off
French 1950
s Eight Arm Iron Chandelier with Unusual Milk Glass Globes
Located in Hanover, MA
glass shades and brass drop rod with original canopy.
Rewired.
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Set of 4 large Swedish wall lights in brass with opaline glass globes
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
glass shades. Very good vintage condition, with slight signs of age and use, mainly on the brass (see
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Vintage Space Age Spherical Glass Globe Table Lamp with Ribbed Base, 1970
s
Located in Beirut, LB
lamp features a large, perfectly spherical shade of translucent white opal glass, which emits a soft
Category
Late 20th Century French Space Age Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Mid-Century Space Age Chrome and Glass Globe Table or Floor Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large Space Age Globe table or floor lamp in chrome and glass.
A functional light source and an
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Doria 1970s Large Murano Glass Globe Round Brass Flush Mount Table Light Lamp
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
/ table lamp light fixture by Doria Leuchten, Germany, circa 1965-1975. The huge mouth-blown Murano glass
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Aluminum, Gold, Brass
Italian Space Age chandelier 1970s Made in Italy design, chrome and glass globes
Located in Venezia, IT
Large chandelier design 1970s Made in Italy chrome frame and glass diffuser globes in the style of
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass, Steel
$1,440 Sale Price
55% Off
Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Burnished Steel Sconces with Opaline Glass Globe
Located in Rome, IT
circular wall plate (12 cm diameter) to support a spherical opaline glass diffuser. The brass surfaces
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Modern Chrome Sputnik Style Bubble Glass Globe Lamps Att. to TSAO Designs, Pair
By TSAO Designs
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are awesome! This is a pair of modern 1970s chrome based Sputnik style clear bubble glass
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Oval "Bird Cage" Brass Table Lamp Purple Blue Yellow Glass Globe Shades MINT!
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern brass "cage" table lamps with colored glass shades.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Ceiling Light with Brass Frame and Large Hand Blown Glass Globe 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Almelo, NL
Large hotel ceiling light with brass frame and large hand blown glass. This light is beautifully
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Ceiling Light with Brass Frame and Large Hand Blown Glass Globe 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury hotel ceiling or floor lights with brass frame and large hand blown glass. The lights
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Charles et Fils Pair of Bronze
Blown Opaline Glass Globe French Sconces 1950
By Charles et Fils
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Charles et Fils bronze two arms holding up a round blown opaline glass shade.
French
Category
1950s French Neoclassical Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Bronze
Very Elegant Brass and Blown Glass Globe Ceiling Lamp by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Fully functional.
E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V.
Wiring is suitable for all countries.
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Brass
Amber Glass Globe Stemlite Tulip Table Lamp by Bill Curry for Design Line 1970s
By Bill Curry
Design Line, Design Line, Bill Curry
Located in Troy, MI
mustard enamel finish with amber crystal egg form globe
Label intact to underside
16.5 inch overall
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
17" Mid Century Modern White Glass Globes, Likely Paul Mayen for Habitat 2 Avail
By Paul Mayen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Likely Paul Mayen for Habitat circa 1960.
These are just globes for sale - no wiring or mounts
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Petite Illuminated Glass Precision Globe by Replogle
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diminutive 10" diameter Replogle Precision Globe circa late 1952 / early 1953 (Israel, Korea, and
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
German Political Globe
Located in Vienna, AT
German political globe. Fitted with E27 socket from the 1950s.
Category
1950s German Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Wood
Beautiful Mid Century Modern glass light globe from JRO Globus Germany
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Mid Century glass light globe from the 60s by JRO Globus.
Manufacturer is JRO-Verlag
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Aluminum
Columbus DUO Terrestrial Globe Germany, 1950s
By Columbus-Jordglob
Located in Vienna, AT
Columbus DUO terrestrial globe, glass, brass and wood, Germany, 1950s.
Globe made of glass
Category
1950s German Bauhaus Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
$1,494 Sale Price
34% Off
German Political Globe JRO Multi-Globus
By JRO-Verlag 1
Located in Vienna, AT
German Globe circa 1960 printed by JRO Globus Munchen, Bauhaus style
Fitted with E27 socket from
Category
1960s German Bauhaus Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mid-Century French Globe by Girard et Barrère
Located in PARIS, FR
Magnificent globe by the French editors Girard et Barrère who were located on rue de l'Ancienne
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Iconic RAAK Amsterdam Extra Large Globe Chrome and Glass Table Lamp
By RAAK
Located in Voorburg, NL
rare and beautiful lamp with a chrome base ad a glass globe all around it. Very large glass globe and
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Set of 3 Italian Venetian Red and Gold Glass Goblets
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 3 Italian Mid-Century Venetian-style glass goblets of varying heights with red glass globes
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass
Sarfatti Chandelier for Seguso with Three Globes, circa 1960
By Gino Sarfatti, Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in London, GB
Chandelier with three glass globes. Lovely speckled light reflected through glass globes
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Blown Glass
Swedish 1960s Pine, Globe Glass Pendant
By Markslöjd, Smålandsslöjd, Stig Johnsson
Located in Copenhagen, DK
, Markslöjd, Josef Frank and Smålandsslöjd. Lacquered wooden mount and milky white glass globe. Local rewiring
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass, Wood
$435 Sale Price
43% Off
Vintage Murano Decorative Glass Vase, Black
White, Bookshelf / Console Accent
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Glass Vase - Decorative Glass Globe - Bookshelf Accessory - Table Decoration
Vintage vase
Category
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
$416 Sale Price
20% Off
RAAK Three-Globe Chandelier
By RAAK
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three 'bubble' glass globes suspended at variant and adjustable lengths.
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Stylish Mid-20th Century Made, Parisian Terrestrial Desk / Table Globe with Lamp
By J. Forest
Located in Lisse, NL
Quality made, metal and glass desk globe on a wooden base.
If you are looking for stylish and
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Rare Globe Light Fixture by Venini in White Opaque Textured Murano Glass
By Venini
Located in North Miami, FL
Moon-like vintage opaque Murano glass globe with exceptional textured swirls by Venini. Hand blown.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Doria Leuchten Globe Lamp
Located in Munich, DE
Illuminate your space with design and warmth through our glass globe lamp—a stylish fusion of
Category
20th Century Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass
One of Two Crystal Glass and Brass Globe Pendant Lights
Located in Antwerp, BE
This Italian Murano crystal glass globe pendant light gives an amazing effect in the dark.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Italian Mazzega Chandelier with 12 Globes
By Mazzega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian AV. Mazzega Murano Glass chandelier with 12 glass globes.
Measures:
Diameter 60 cm,
height
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
Glass Garden Gazing Globe on Pottery Pedestal 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
A garden gazing ball offers glass globe on pottery pedestal, 20th century
Measures - 35"H x 11.5
Category
20th Century Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Pottery, Glass
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
XL Opal Globe Pendant by Kurt Versen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A extra large 18" diameter opal glass globe hanging pendant with brushed aluminum hardware.
Category
20th Century American Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass
Brass and Glass Hurricane Candles Holders by Bijørn Wiinblad
By Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Bijorn Wiinblad. Brass in original vintage condition, glass globes are newer replacements.
Size without
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Single cast brass sconce with globe shade
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Single cast brass sconce with classic foliate, fleur de lis motif and white opaline glass globe
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
Vintage Boho Green Glass Spheres - Set of 8
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These exquisite hand-blown glass spheres, reminiscent of authentic Japanese fishing floats, are a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Other Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Blown Glass
Holmegaard 1968 Red Pop Art Glass Vase with Globe, Denmark
By Per Lütken, Holmegaard, Michael Bang
Located in Copenhagen, DK
glass globe. Beaming white encased opaline glass on the inside and top of the vase. This item is a large
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
$577 Sale Price
39% Off
Globes Pendant by Goffredo Reggiani
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian pendant chandelier with five glossy white Murano glass globes and chrome frame
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Glass
Opaline Globe Sconces, Italy circa 1960
Located in Culver City, CA
Italy, 1960
Large Scale Painted iron and opaline glass globe.
13”w x 16”d x 24”h
$ 3,400 ea ( 2
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Iron
$3,400 / item
Five-Globe Shades Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Chrome milk glass globes Mid-Century Modern light fixture.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Italian MCM Globe Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Italian MCM chromed brass and glass globe chandelier. Circa 1960. The chandelier has been
Category
1960s Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
"Globe" Floor Lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK, 1960
s
By RAAK, Frank Ligtelijn
Located in Lisboa, PT
designer, for Raak, in Holland. It was a big success and they were produced for many years. The glass globe
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal
$795 Sale Price
43% Off
Lightolier White Globe Light Fixture
By Lightolier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lightolier Hanging Chrome pendant Lamp. White Glass Globe sits in a Chrome ring. In very nice
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Chrome Italian Modern Four Art Globe Floor Lamp Square Base
By Arredoluce
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice chrome work quality Italian floor lamp with four art glass globes/shades.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Foliage Starburst Light Fixture / Chandelier, Gilt Iron
Opaline Globes, 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Foliage Sunburst Chandelier in Gilt Wrought Iron with 5 Opaline Glass Globes
Spain, 1950
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Koch
Lowy Chrome and Blown Glass Triple Pendant Fixture
By Koch
Lowy
Located in Chicago, IL
Triple blown glass globe pendant light by Koch and Lowy. 10" diameter glass globes are held in
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Brass Large Opal Globe Vereinigte Werkstätten Floor Lamp, 1970s Germany
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-century modern brass, opal glass globe floor lamp, designed by Vereinigte Werkstätten, Germany
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Brass
$3,505 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier with Frosted Globes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chrome frame chandelier with six glass globes. Long stem, chrome decorative bands, white frosted
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Chrome
Pair Spherical Mercury Glass Table Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
A brilliant pair of mercury glass globe table lamps. The center glass globe is supported by a
Category
1960s American Vintage Glass Globes
Materials
Mercury Glass, Lacquer
$2,800 / set
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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.
- 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 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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