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Toso Murano Mid-Century Modern Crystal Venetian Glass Chandelier Italian, 1984
By Toso Vetri D
arte
Located in Murano, Venezia
Murano blown glass chandelier with 42 elements in the shape of a crystal-colored cylinder tube
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Clear Ridged Gold Glass Sconces in the style of Venini, Italy 1970
By Venini
Located in Rijssen, NL
pieces.
Cleaned and well-wired, in full working order and ready to use. The glass tubes are all original
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Chrome
1970s German Cast Aluminium and Glass Edison LED Tube Flameproof Wall Striplight
By Leuchtenbau Wittenberg
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
This is a vintage 1970s German industrial aluminium and flameproof glass tube wall strip light
Category
1970s German Industrial Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Pair Tronchi Sconces Murano
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
A very fine pair of sconces in the style Toni Zuccheri for Venini, 12 handblown glass tubes on each
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$2,848 Sale Price / set
31% Off
1980s Memphis Style Murano Glass Flush mount, ITSO Ettore Sottsass for Venini.
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful flush Mount manufactured in Chromed Metal and Blue Murano glass tubes.
It is very similar
Category
1980s Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Chrome
Table Lamp by Selenova, Italy, 1970
s
By Selenova
Located in Barcelona, ES
Table lamp produced by Selenova, Italy, 1970's. Three hand blown Murano glass tubes with different
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Pair of Pink Tronchi Sconces Murano
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
A very fine pair of sconces in the style Toni Zuccheri for Venini, 12 hand blown glass tubes on
Category
1990s Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$2,848 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Large Green Murano Glass Wall Lamps by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in Aachen, NRW
securely hold the glass tubes. The handblown Murano glass tubes are a beautiful mix — some completely clear
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair Structured Ice Glass and Brass Wall Sconces by Doria Leuchten, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Elegant German Mid-Century Modern wall light with two clear textured glass tubes and a brass middle
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal, Brass
One of the Six Large Blown Glass Brass Flush Mount Light Fixtures by Doria 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
in the early 1960s-1970s. Hanging cylinders of handmade textured organic glass tubes separated by
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Pair of Tronchi Sconces Murano
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
A very fine pair of sconces in the style Toni Zuccheri for Venini, 12 hand blown glass tubes on
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$3,322 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Five-Tier Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier by Fabio Ltd., Italy, 1980s
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Murano glass, polished brass
Glass Finish: Textured clear Murano glass tubes
Design Features
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Barovier
Toso Murano Ice Glass Chandelier, 1960s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Morazzone, Varese
chandelier with 14 ice glass tubes, 1 big ice glass plate and a lamp frame made of chromed steel with
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Reed Floor Lamp Murano Glass by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age Brass Reed floor lamp, blown white smoke murano glass tube shades by
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Textured Venini Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Red Lion, PA
This is a beautiful rare Venini chandelier. It is vintage with hand blown textured Murano glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Floor Lamp with Marble Base in the Manner of Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Floor lamp - Italy, 1950s. The lamp has three opal glass tubes, a lacquered metal rod with brass
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass
Pair of Brass and Amber Glass Wall Lights by Jakobsson, 1960
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Rijssen, NL
wall lights can be disassembled and the glass tubes individually wrapped for easy transport.
Please
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with Murano glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Chandelier in Structured Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
'tubes' with a brass centre. Due the combination of materials and all the glass, this chandelier will
Category
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Table Lamp In Ceramic
Glass, Czechoslovakia 1960s
Located in Zohor, SK
condition. The shade is made in pressed glass tube, also in an excellent condition. The lamp works on one
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
$267 Sale Price
60% Off
Vintage Monumental Flushmount Chandelier, Italy, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage monumental flushmount chandelier with 9 strands of clear ribbed glass tubes, glass globes
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Glass
Vintage Crystal Ice Glass Round Chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten, 60s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Oirlo, LI
interior.
A round ice glass body at the bottom with 13 frosted glass tubes and 13 polished brass tubes
Category
Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
$1,723 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Austrian Kalmar Crystal Faceted Tubular Glass
Chrome Pendant Chandelier
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in London, England
chandelier with textured faceted crystal glass tubes suspended from a chromed-metal frame. The eight clear
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Italian Floor Lamps by Vetreria Vistosi
By Vistosi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian glass tube floor lamps, larger scale. Could be used as table lamps.
I will suggest USA
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Glass
$1,800 Sale Price / set
28% Off
Green Glass and Brass Sputnik Chandelier, Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
brass frame and green plain glass tubes.
The center bottom glass is translucent and is nesting the light
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Doria Light Fixtures, One Chandelier and Two Wall Sconces
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
ceiling, walls and floor.
The chandelier includes fifteen Murano glass tubes. The hand blown rectangle
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair of Brass Ice Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Pair of Brass Ice Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Sphere Shaped Chrome Base Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
, the fixture is hidden under a glass tube.
Feel free to contact us for more detailed pictures.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Chrome
$569 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Brass Murano Glass Wall Sconce by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful large mid-century wall sconces with Murano glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Stunning Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of mid-century wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of mid-century wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Glass and Brass Flush Mount by Palme, 1970s
By Ernst Palme
Located in Rijssen, NL
which numerous clear glass tubes are suspended in varying lengths. The glass elements are individually
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Brass
Industrial Double-Neon Factory lights, 1940s, Set of 4
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Set of 4 factory lights from the 1940s. The aluminium frame supports 2 glass tubes containing LED
Category
1940s German Industrial Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Aluminum, Wire
Crystal Glass and Brass Wall Lamp by Honsel, Germany
By Honsel
Located in Barntrup, DE
wall lamp from the late 20th century features five crystal glass tubes- rods fastened on a brass frame
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Brass and Murano Glasses Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with Murano glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chrome and Ice Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Large Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with Murano glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Venini Style Clear Gold Glass Brass Sconces, 1970
By Venini
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful triangle shaped glass wall sconces featuring three long crystal clear glass tube-like
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Stunning Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Alabaster Pink Glasses
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports 78 large alabaster pink glass tubes in a star shape.
Period: Late 20th century
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$6,645 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1960s Italian designed red white shade black enamelled floor lamp by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
white shade that cover three white opaline glass tubes. The shade is in great condition, and the glass
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
Pair of Brass Ice Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Pair of Brass or Ice Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Ercole Barovier
Toso Leaf Murano Glass Ceiling Light, Italy 1940s
By Barovier
Located in Esbjerg, DK
quatrefoil of twisted glass tubes with fluted brass mounts at the top. It was made by Barovier & Toso in
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses-white alabaster glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
polished nickel supports 80 large white alabaster glass tube. The alabaster technique created in Venetian
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Blown Glass
Venetian Pink Glass Chandelier. Murano
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports pink etched glass tubes in a star shape.
Weight about 60 kg.
Period: Late XX
Category
1990s Italian Industrial Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$2,966 / item
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses-blue alabaster glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
polished nickel supports 80 large blue alabaster glass tube. The alabaster technique created in Venetian
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Blown Glass
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 78 ALABASTER WHITE glasses
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
polished nickel supports 78 large albaster white glass tubes in a star shape.
Period: Late XX century
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Alabaster
Set of 2 Stilnovo Italian Floor Lamp, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Wolfurt, AT
opaline glass tubes, as well as lacquered iron and brass frame with marble base.
Feel free to contact us
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Marble, Brass, Iron
$7,120 / item
Grand Mid Century Modern Five-Tier Tronchi Chandelier
Located in North Bergen, NJ
five tiers of textured molded Tronchi glass tubes. Italian, circa 1960. Truly a statement chandelier
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Glass
Pair of Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of mid-century wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
Pair Tronchi Chandeliers Murano, 1990
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
Pair Three-tier Murano glass tube chandeliers, 48 white glasses, Mid-Century Modern
Italian vintage
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$5,458 / set
Art Decò Barovier e Toso Pendant Light, 1950
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Roma, IT
.
Excellent vintage condition but the glass tube has some minor cosmetic flaws
One light e27 European
Category
1950s European Art Deco Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
1 of 7 Brass or Ice Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 7 Wonderful midcentury wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Unique and Majestic Murano Glass Waterfall Chandelier
By Venini
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
mounted directly onto the ceiling.
From these, hang hundreds of Murano glass tubes in three shades of
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
Several Venini Style Clear Gold Brass Glass Sconces, 1970
By Venini
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful half-round glass wall sconces featuring multiple long crystal clear glass tube-like rods
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Pair Venetian Pink Glass Chandeliers. Murano
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports pink etched glass tubes in a star shape.
Weight about 60 kg.
Period: Late XX
Category
1990s Italian Industrial Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$5,933 / set
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Vintage Glass Tube For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic vintage glass tube available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, metal and brass, every vintage glass tube was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage glass tube — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each vintage glass tube bearing Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage glass tube over the years, but those crafted by Doria Leuchten Germany, Venini and Camer Glass are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Vintage Glass Tube?
Prices for a vintage glass tube can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $50 and can go as high as $19,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,185.
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 Tube
- 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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