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Pair of Doria Wall Lamps in Brass and Glass, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
a great atmosphere when lit. 1 E14 each lamp. A brass metal fitting with five glass tubes that hang
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Chrome and Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Pair of Wonderful mid-century wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal, Brass
Several Brass and Glass Wall Lights, Hans Agne 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 Neo-Empire Pendant Lights from Glass and Brass, France 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
" (shade only) height is 35" (as pictured)
Beautiful pair of neo-Empire pendant lights with a glass tube
Category
1950s French Empire Revival Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Monumental Large Murano Glass Single Sconce by Venini 1960s, Italy
By Venini
Located in Nuernberg, DE
, circa 1960s. It features hand blown thick and heavy Murano glass tubes on a white metal frame. With its
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
Large Pair of Brass and 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, Brass
Murano Glass Tronchi Chandelier, Pink
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
nickel supports 36 large pink etched glass tubes in a star shape.
Period: late XX century
Dimensions
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Industrial Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$1,610 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Floor lamp Model 6005, designed by Angelo Brotto for Esperia in the 1960s, Italy
By Angelo Brotto, Stilnovo
Located in Wolfurt, AT
has a black lacquered iron frame with brass and marble base, as well as a satin glass tube with a
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Carrara Marble, Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Several Brass and Glass Wall Lights, Hans Agne 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
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green color
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
polished nickel supports 80 large green glass tubes in a star shape.
Weight about 60 kg.
Period: Late XX
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Blown Glass
Huge Magnificent Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Light Amber
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports 78 large light amber glass tubes in a star shape.
Period: late XX century
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$2,368 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Floor or Table Lamp in Chromed Metal and Glass by Aldo Nason for Mazzega, Italy
By Aldo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Hellouw, NL
use on the base. The glass tubes are clear and intact, with no visible chips or cracks.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
1 of 2 Pairs of Ice 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
Set of Five Monumental Lighting Sconces, France, circa 1940
Located in Paris, FR
Suite of five monumental wall lamps, 1940s period.
They are made of metal, solid glass tubes and
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
1 of the 4 Kalmar Frosted Glass and Brass Leaf Wall Sconces, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
compatible.
The wall lights can be disassembled and the glass tubes individually wrapped for easy transport
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Rare Vintage Gilded Metal Wall Lamps by Egoluce, Italy, 1960s
By Egoluce
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
runs both on 110 or 230 volt.
In the opening there is a colored glass tube.
Elegant
Category
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
Modernist Italian Lantern ITSO Stilnovo in Brass and Opaline Glass, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Bruno Gatta during the same era.
The lamp consists of one long opaline glass tube in a matte finish, a
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Italian Chandelier in Murano Glass, 1980s
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
nickel supports 48 large clear amber glass tubes. The glasses have a beautiful color, object of rare
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$3,434 / item
1 of the 3 Mid-Century Modern Glass Flush Mount by Limburg, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Rijssen, NL
use. The wall lights can be disassembled, and the glass tubes can be individually packed for easy
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Iron
Pair of Murano Glass Chandeliers
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports 78 large amber glass tubes in a star shape.
Period: Late 20th century
Dimensions
Category
1990s Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$8,307 / set
Early 20th century French Pair of Spelter and Glass Vases, 1900s
Located in LEGNY, FR
the glass tube.
The glass tops are mouth-blown in a soft yellow tone, with white enameled floral
Category
20th Century Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Spelter
1 of the 4 Kalmar Frosted Glass and Brass Leaf Wall Sconces, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
compatible.
The wall lights can be disassembled and the glass tubes individually wrapped for easy transport
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Postmodern Table Lamps Italy 1980s Attributed Giorgetti
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two outstanding and rare Postmodern table lamps. Brass wings and base. Frosted glass tube shade
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
$2,368 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Wall Lights in Textured Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
the 1970s showcase a timeless blend of glass and brass craftsmanship. Featuring glass tubes and
Category
1970s Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass, Steel
$2,200 / item
Bespoke Glass and Chrome Chandelier, Italy, circa 1970
By Mazzega, Gaetano Sciolari, Carlo Nason
Located in Vienna, AT
comprised of a bunch of hollow and slender glass tubes radiating around a chrome structure and a single
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Flower Shaped Rod Glass and Chrome Wall Sconces in Style of Sciolari
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
Wonderful high-end wall sconces in the style of Sciolari. With flower shaped glass 'tubes' and
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Chrome
Pink Murano Glass Vistosi Pendant
By Vistosi
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
This thin and elongated suspension light by Vistosi features a pink Murano glass tube supported by
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Chandelier in Murano Glass
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports 80 large blue alabaster glass tube. The alabaster technique created in Venetian
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$4,500 / item
Italian Chandelier in Murano Glass
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
nickel supports 48 large green glass tubes in a star shape. The glasses have a beautiful color, object of
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$2,368 / item
Postmodern Memphis Style Floor Lamp, Burnished Metal and Blue Glass, Italy, 1980
By Sottsass Associati
Located in Berlin, DE
has the typical Memphis 'Pilastro' composition, with a glass tube segment and a glass light switch
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
Gianfranco Frattini Floor Lights
2
Opal Glass Grid Black White, Italy, 1970
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Vienna, AT
glass tubes can be hung in a variety of places, which is a very subtle and beautiful idea. These hand
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
Italian 36 Pink Glass Chandelie. Murano, 1970s
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
supports 36 large pink glass tubes in a star shape.
Period:late XX century
Dimensions: 45,30 inches (115 cm
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$2,017 / item
Pair of pink and gold Murano glass sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
of a thick translucent pink glass and a gold leaf glass tube, nesting two lights.
The pair of Glass
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
$3,000 / set
1 Of the 3 Brass and Glass Wall Lights in style of Hans Agne Jakobsson , circa 1
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Rijssen, NL
disassembled and the glass tubes individually wrapped for easy transport.
Please note the price is for one
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
London Underground / Tube / Subway Logo Ceramic Cookie Jar
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and hard to find London, England Underground ceramic cookie jar, circa 1980s. The piece is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or crazing.
Category
Late 20th Century English Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Ceramic
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Italian Mid Century Chandelier circa 1965
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A midcentury chandelier with clear Murano glass tubes that cascades down from a metal structure. In
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Huge and Amazing Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Amber Opal
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports 78 large amber glass tubes in a star shape. The glasses have three beautiful
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$2,084 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Pair Italian Chandelier in Murano Glass
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
armor polished nickel supports 80 large blue alabaster glass tube. The alabaster technique created in
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$9,000,829 / set
Pair Italian Chandeliers in Murano Glass
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports 48 large green glass tubes in a star shape. The glasses have a beautiful color
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$4,737 / set
Pair of Murano Glass Chandeliers
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports 48 large blue glass tubes in a star shape. The glasses have a beautiful color
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
$3,789 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Wall Light in Textured Glass and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
the 1970s, showcasing a timeless blend of glass and brass craftsmanship. Featuring glass tubes and
Category
1970s Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Spiral Murano Glass Chandelier by Venini
By Venini, Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Rijssen, NL
with 81 long amber and clear crystal triedro glass tubes on a chrome metal structure.
Measures
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Gold Rod Glass and Clear Brass Wall Sconce, Sciolari, 1960
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
Wonderful high-end wall sconces in the style of Sciolari. With long glass 'tubes' and brass details
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Monumental Murano Glass Chandelier Designed by Gino Poli for Aureliano Toso
By Gino Poli, Aureliano Toso
Located in Rome, IT
excellent vintage condition. The glass tubes , all original and in good condition, are without chips or
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Tronchi Chandelier, 78 Pink Glasses, Murano, 1990
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports 78 large pink glass tubes in a star shape.
Period: Late 20th century
Dimensions
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$3,695 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Camer Italian Carmer Crystal Tube Chandelier
By Camer Glass
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Post-War Design (1970's) multi-tiered oval shaped chandelier with long crystal tubes (CAMER)
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Italian 36 Pink Glass Chandeliers, Murano, 1970s
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Budapest, HU
polished nickel supports 36 large pink glass tubes in a star shape.
Period:late XX century
Dimensions
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modern Maritime Wall Sconces in Brass
Glass by Jonas Hidle, 1970s
By Jonas Hidle
Located in Esbjerg, DK
tubes of rain-effect glass. These lights comes from a Norwegian Navy Ship (No: sjøforsvaret). This model
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Maritime Wall Sconces in Brass
Glass by Jonas Hidle, 1970s
By Jonas Hidle
Located in Esbjerg, DK
tubes of rain-effect glass. These lights comes from a Norwegian Navy Ship (No: sjøforsvaret). This model
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Maritime Wall Sconces in Brass
Glass by Jonas Hidle, 1970s
By Jonas Hidle
Located in Esbjerg, DK
tubes of rain-effect glass. These lights comes from a Norwegian Navy Ship (No: sjøforsvaret). This model
Category
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Pair of Gold Rod Glass and Brass Wall Sconces in Style of Sciolari
By Sciolari Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
A wonderful pair of high-end wall sconces in the style of Sciolari. With long glass 'tubes' and
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
LB offers Vintage Venetian Tibetan African Resin discs Brass Handmade Necklace
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
etc. Large ‘Amber’
Discs, Mille Fiore glass tubes, African ceramic beads, and blown glass discs add
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Turquoise, Brass
Tronchi Murano Chandelier by Toni Zuccheri for Venini
By Toni Zuccheri, Venini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian chandelier or lantern with clear tree trunk shaped Murano glass tubes / Designed by
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass
Pair of Glass and Brass Flush Mount Chandeliers by Doria, 1960
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Two Doria flush mount chandeliers, 32 organic glass tubes surrounding a central glass diffuser
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Brass, Steel
Italian Chandelier in Murano Glass, 1980s
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
nickel supports 48 large white glass tubes. The alabaster technique created in Venetian glassworks gives
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$3,441 / item
Italian Chandelier in Murano Glass, 1980s
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
nickel supports 48 large glass tubes. The alabaster technique created in Venetian glassworks gives the
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$3,434 / item
Italian Chandelier in Murano Glass, 1980s
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
nickel supports 48 large white and pink glass tubes. The alabaster technique created in Venetian
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Glass Tube
Materials
Metal
$3,434 / item
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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.
- 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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