Is pressed glass valuable?

Whether pressed glass is valuable varies. Generally, pressed glassware is worth less than cut glassware, but there are some varieties that are sought by collectors, including opaline, Vaseline, custard, Akro, jadeite and Jumbo glass. The type, maker, age, condition and rarity of pressed glass determine its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can give you an idea of how much a particular pressed glass piece is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of pressed glass.

How do you identify vintage glass?

To 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.

How can you tell if glass is vintage?

To 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?

Slag 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.

How do you tell if glass is vintage?

To 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?

Yes, 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.

How can you tell if a glass vase is vintage?

To 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.

How can I tell if my vintage glasses are gold?

To 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.

How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?

To 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.

How can you tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real?

To 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.

How can I tell the difference between vintage glass beads and plastic?

The 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.

Vintage Pressed Glass

Union Sklo

Holophane Prismatic

Chandeliers Vintage 1929

Prismatic Glass

Brass Industrial Pendant Light

Vintage Copper Pendant Light

General Electric Light Vintage

Holophane Glass Shade

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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Antique Art Deco Large Stepped Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

$445 / item

Two Vintage Horse Print

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Here is a fabulous vintage horse print entitled "Whirlaway" And second one. Kayak II Horse Print

Category

20th Century Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Two Vintage Horse Print

$325 / item

Pair of Vintage Antique Art Deco Church Opaline Glass Pendant Lights, C.1930

Located in London, GB

Pair of beautifully formed large opaline glass pendant lights. c.1930 Heavy gauge moulded opaline

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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Antique Art Deco Church Opaline Glass Pendant Lights, C.1930

$931 / set

Vintage Antique Art Deco Large Round Stepped Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

stepped opaline glass lamp of cylindrical design. Rewired with 1m of black twisted flex.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Vintage Antique Art Deco Large Round Stepped Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

$575

Vintage Antique Art Deco Round Stepped Satin Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

Quintessentially art-deco stepped opaline glass lamp of cylindrical form with decorative scalloped design to

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Vintage Antique Art Deco Round Stepped Satin Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

$540

Vintage Antique Art Deco GEC Ovaloid Church Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

An elegantly shaped opaline glass lamp with brass gallery. c.1930 Of ovaloid form, heavy duty

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Antique Art Deco GEC Ovaloid Church Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

$445

Mid Century Vintage Art Deco Elongated Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1950

Located in London, GB

An elegantly formed teardrop opaline pendant light. c.1950 Of elongated form, with heavy cast gallery with a wonderful time worn verdigris patina. Rewired with 1m black twisted f...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Vintage Art Deco Elongated Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1950

$575

Vintage Antique Art Deco Large Stepped GEC Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

opaline glass lamp with a stepped design in a larger 14” diameter. Rewired with 1m of black twisted flex.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Vintage Antique Art Deco Large Stepped GEC Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930

$657

Vintage Hollywood Regency Gold Leaf Greek Key 66" Long Glass Top Console Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Attractive inset glass top console table with Greek key detailing adorning the apron. The top

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage Hollywood Regency Gold Leaf Greek Key 66" Long Glass Top Console Table

$2,500

Vintage antique brass and glass chandelier

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage eight light chandelier with pressed glass details. Newly rewired in the US.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Vintage antique brass and glass chandelier

$1,750

Vintage Framed Picasso “Dove” or “La Colombe” Lithograph by Mourlot

By Mourlot, (after) Pablo Picasso

Located in San Diego, CA

Lithograph of “Dove” (French: La Colombe) a 1949 work on paper created by Pablo Picasso in 1949. The lithograph displays a white dove on a black background, which is widely considere...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Expressionist Prints

Materials

Glass

Vintage Framed Picasso “Dove” or “La Colombe” Lithograph by Mourlot

$1,100

Pair of 1960s Faceted Glass Oval Sconces

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of vintage, circa 1960s oval wall sconces, each with pressed, faceted glass shades, mounted

Category

Vintage 1960s Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1960s Faceted Glass Oval Sconces

$920 / set

German 1960s Sputnik Chandelier with Glass Flowers

Located in Astoria, NY

spires, each accented by rounded, pressed glass flowers. Wired to US standard. Very good vintage

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

German 1960s Sputnik Chandelier with Glass Flowers

$2,940

Antique Vintage Industrial Electrique Brillie Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

By Brillie

Located in London, GB

. The bezel, glass and dial can be simply removed to access the internals.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Antique Vintage Industrial Electrique Brillie Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

$1,232

Vintage Industrial Art Deco Red Painted Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1930

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

A very nice example of the iconic industrial wall clock by Smiths English Clock Systems. c.1930 In as found condition, this clock pre-dates the 1937 switch over to the 'Sectric' bra...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Industrial Art Deco Red Painted Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1930

$438

Vintage Industrial Large Illuminated Smiths Electric Wall Clock, C.1930

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

- now has a custom mount made. The dial is made of thick plate glass which has been etched with painted

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Large Illuminated Smiths Electric Wall Clock, C.1930

$4,402

Huge Vintage 20th Century Copper Verdigris Hall Lantern Light

Located in London, GB

A large English copper street lantern. 20th Century Of large imposing form, hexagonal glazed lantern with a wonderful patina throughout. Top loop allows the lantern to be hung fro...

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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Huge Vintage 20th Century Copper Verdigris Hall Lantern Light

$1,643

Vintage Industrial Large Double Sided Smiths Electric Hanging Clock, C.1950

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

Exceptional example of a huge square double sided clock manufactured by Smiths English Clock Systems. c.1950 Double sided, the heavy gauge steel casing retains it's original paint...

Category

Vintage 1950s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Large Double Sided Smiths Electric Hanging Clock, C.1950

$4,402

Vintage Industrial Art Deco Brass Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1930

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

A very nice example of the iconic industrial wall clock by Smiths English Clock Systems. circa 1930 Surviving in amazing condition, this clock pre-dates the 1937 switch over to th...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Industrial Art Deco Brass Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1930

$712

Vintage Industrial Brass Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, c.1940

Located in London, GB

Beautiful industrial clock made in England by well known clock makers Magneta Electric. c.1940 Featuring a sweeping second hand, this clock has been left in original condition, wi...

Category

Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Industrial Brass Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, c.1940

$1,273

Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa 1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Large and imposing black factory clock made in England by Gents of Leicester, circa 1930. This clock has survived in fantastic original condition, believed to have originally hung...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa 1930

$1,670

Vintage Industrial Black Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa.1940

Located in London, GB

Beautiful Industrial clock made in England by well known clock makers Magneta Electric. circa.1940 Likely used on a railway platform, this clock has been left in original conditio...

Category

Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Industrial Black Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa.1940

$1,163

Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Double Sided Factory Railway Clock, c1950

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Exceptional example of an 18" double sided clock manufactured by Gents of Leicester, circa 1940 Almost certainly once part of a railway station, but later privately owned and used...

Category

Vintage 1950s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Double Sided Factory Railway Clock, c1950

$2,875

Vintage Industrial Copper ITR London Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

By International Time Recording Co. Ltd.

Located in London, GB

A large industrial copper clock by the International Time Recording Company, London. c.1930 Beautiful polished spun copper surround with slight yellowed dial, gothic-esque numeral...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Copper

Vintage Industrial Copper ITR London Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

$1,478

Vintage Industrial Chloride Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, C.1980

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

A great example of a later factory wall clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1980 A 'why fix what isn't broken' mentality adopted by Chloride Gent in the making of these...

Category

Vintage 1980s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Chloride Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, C.1980

$1,163

Vintage Industrial Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa.1940

Located in London, GB

Beautiful industrial clock made in England by well known clock makers Magneta Electric. c.1940 This clock has been left in original condition with faux bronze painted surround. Orig...

Category

Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Vintage Industrial Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa.1940

$972

Large Vintage Industrial 24" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Large and imposing black factory clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1940 Salvaged from a steel works in England, this clock has survived in fantastic original conditio...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Large Vintage Industrial 24" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

$1,670

Vintage Industrial 18" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa 1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Stunning example of the iconic factory wall clock by Gents of Leicester. c.1940 Left in totally original condition, retaining the black factory paint which shows signs of it's age a...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial 18" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa 1930

$1,362

Large Vintage Industrial Art Deco Metal Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1950

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

Stunning example of the iconic factory wall clock by Smiths English Clock Systems. c.1950 In totally original condition, retaining the black factory paint and iconic hands. Smith Se...

Category

Vintage 1950s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Large Vintage Industrial Art Deco Metal Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1950

$1,177

Vintage Industrial Art Deco Bakelite Smiths Sectric Electric Wall Clock, C.1940

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

Stunning example of an industrial wall clock by Smiths English Clock Systems. c.1940 A fully original Smiths clock featuring a weathered dial set in a beautiful marbled Bakelite sur...

Category

Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Glass, Bakelite

Vintage Industrial Art Deco Bakelite Smiths Sectric Electric Wall Clock, C.1940

$629

Large Vintage Industrial 24" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Large and imposing black factory clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1940 Salvaged from a steel works in England, this clock has survived in fantastic original conditio...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Large Vintage Industrial 24" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

$1,752

Vintage Industrial 24" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa 1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Large and imposing black factory clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1930 This clock has survived in great original condition, the black steel casing waxed to preserve ...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial 24" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa 1930

$1,752

Vintage Industrial Copper Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Beautiful example of the iconic wall clock made in England by renowned electrical manufactures Gents of Leicester. c.1930 The metal casing has been stripped of paint to show the e...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Copper

Vintage Industrial Copper Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

$1,752

HUGE Vintage Industrial 30" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

A huge and imposing industrial clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1940 Salvaged from boat yard in the north of England, the decision was made to strip and repaint the cl...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

HUGE Vintage Industrial 30" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

$2,444

Vintage Industrial Copper Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Beautiful example of the iconic wall clock made in England by renowned electrical manufactures Gents of Leicester. c.1930 The metal casing has been stripped of paint to show the ele...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Copper

Vintage Industrial Copper Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

$1,560

Vintage Industrial Chloride Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, C.1980

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

A great example of a later factory wall clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1980 A 'why fix what isn't broken' mentality adopted by Chloride Gent in the making of these...

Category

Vintage 1980s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Chloride Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, C.1980

$1,163

Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa 1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Large and imposing factory clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. circa 1930. The heavy duty steel casing has been stripped of it's paint, this clock bares the signs of it's...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa 1930

$1,752

Vintage Industrial Brass Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, c.1940

Located in London, GB

Beautiful industrial clock made in England by well-known makers Magneta Electric. c.1940 This clock has been left in original condition with age brass surround and bright dial showi...

Category

Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Industrial Brass Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, c.1940

$540

HUGE Vintage Industrial 30" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Huge and imposing black railway clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1930 Salvaged from Manchester Victoria Station, this clock has survived in great original condition...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

HUGE Vintage Industrial 30" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930

$3,231

Pair of Hollywood Regency Candlestick Lamps with Floral Glass Hurricane Shades

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of vintage candlestick table lamps in the Hollywood Regency style, with floral motif glass

Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Hollywood Regency Candlestick Lamps with Floral Glass Hurricane Shades

$650

Large Vintage Industrial 18" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Stunning example of the iconic factory wall clock by Gents of Leicester. c.1940 Left in totally original condition, retaining the black factory paint which shows signs of its age ...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Large Vintage Industrial 18" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

$1,157

Large Vintage Industrial Art Deco Metal Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1930

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

Stunning example of the iconic industrial wall clock by Smiths English Clock Systems. c.1937 The larger size, combined with the original spaded hands make it a very scarce find. The...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Large Vintage Industrial Art Deco Metal Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1930

$1,362

Antique Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1920

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

A beautiful example of a factory clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1920 An earlier example, with wonderful old blue overpaint to the surround which has a great patina w...

Category

Vintage 1910s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Antique Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1920

$581

Vintage Industrial Copper Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c. 1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Beautiful example of a wall clock made in England by renowned electrical manufactures Gents of Leicester. c.1930 Casing has been stripped of paint to show the elegant copper beneath...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Copper

Vintage Industrial Copper Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c. 1930

$1,752

Large Vintage Industrial Art Deco Metal Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1950

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

Stunning example of the iconic factory wall clock by Smiths English Clock Systems. c.1950 Left in totally original condition, retaining the black factory paint which has developed a...

Category

Vintage 1950s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Large Vintage Industrial Art Deco Metal Smiths Electric Wall Clock, circa 1950

$1,273

XXL Vintage Industrial 36" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

A huge and imposing 36" industrial wall clock by renowned electrical company Gents of Leicester. c.1930 Surviving in a beautiful and characterful original time-worn condition - a ve...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

XXL Vintage Industrial 36" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1930

$3,813

Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Double Sided Railway Factory Clock. c.1940

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

Exceptional example of an industrial 24" double sided clock manufactured by Gents of Leicester. c.1940 Salavged from a railway station in the north of England during a refit in th...

Category

Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Double Sided Railway Factory Clock. c.1940

$3,231

Large Vintage Industrial Art Deco Metal Smiths English Factory Wall Clock, c1930

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in London, GB

Beautiful example of a large factory wall clock made by Smiths English Clock Systems. c.1930 Left in totally original condition, retaining the black factory paint and iconic hands. ...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Large Vintage Industrial Art Deco Metal Smiths English Factory Wall Clock, c1930

$1,656

Vintage Industrial Copper Self Winding Clock Company Railway Wall Clock c.1920

By Self Winding Clock Co.

Located in London, GB

An incredible pair of copper cased wall clocks made by the Self Winding Clock Company. c.1920 Believed to have originated from Platform 2 at South Woodford tube station, London. A...

Category

Early 20th Century English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Copper

Vintage Industrial Copper Self Winding Clock Company Railway Wall Clock c.1920

$1,752 / item

Vintage Antique Brass GEC Moonstone Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1930

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

Brass hexagonal wall mount with scrolled arm and loop paired with a proportional pressed Moonstone glass

Category

Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Antique Brass GEC Moonstone Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1930

$492

1970s Japanese Vintage Industrial Aluminium Dome Pendant with Steel Fittings

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

Polished aluminium dome pendant with toughened glass lens. Originally used on super tankers and

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Japanese Vintage Industrial Aluminium Dome Pendant with Steel Fittings

$445

Vintage Antique Heavy Duty Brass GEC Moonstone Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1920

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

pressed Moonstone glass shade. An all round superb lamp of very high quality. Rewired to connect to mains.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Antique Heavy Duty Brass GEC Moonstone Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1920

$780

Vintage Antique Brass GEC / Holophane Acorn Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1930

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

England by GEC - General Electric Company. Completed with rare acorn shaped glass Holophane shade

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Antique Brass GEC / Holophane Acorn Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1930

$540

Vintage Antique Gilt Brass GEC Moonstone Bowl Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1920

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

" Moonstone glass bowl. An all round superb wall lamp of very high quality, as shown in an original GEC

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Antique Gilt Brass GEC Moonstone Bowl Wall Lamp Sconce Light c.1920

$1,362

Vintage Vase By Vladislav Urban, Rosice, Czechoslovakia 1960s

Located in Zohor, SK

Large vintage vase in clear, pressed glass. Produced in 1960s by Rosice, designed by Vladislav

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Vintage Vase By Vladislav Urban, Rosice, Czechoslovakia 1960s

$113

Green Vase, Ząbkowice, Poland, 1970s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Green hexagonal vintage vase made of pressed glass, produced by HSG "Zabkowice" in Dabrowa Górnicza

Category

Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

Green Vase, Ząbkowice, Poland, 1970s

$117

Vintage European Maria Theresa Style Crystal Sconces

Located in Houston, TX

Wonderful example of the Maria Theresa style French, circa 1940 Vintage pressed glass with

Category

Vintage 1940s French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Vintage European Maria Theresa Style Crystal Sconces

$1,150

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Vintage Pressed Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of vintage pressed glass on 1stDibs. A piece of vintage pressed glass — often made from glass, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right item from our selection of vintage pressed glass, those designed in mid-century modern, Art Deco and industrial styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one choice in our collection of vintage pressed glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gents of Leicester, General Electric Company (GEC) and Vitrika produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Pressed Glass?

Prices for a piece of vintage pressed glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $32 and can go as high as $22,000, while the average can fetch as much as $797.

Questions About Vintage Pressed Glass

Is pressed glass valuable?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Whether pressed glass is valuable varies. Generally, pressed glassware is worth less than cut glassware, but there are some varieties that are sought by collectors, including opaline, Vaseline, custard, Akro, jadeite and Jumbo glass. The type, maker, age, condition and rarity of pressed glass determine its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can give you an idea of how much a particular pressed glass piece is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of pressed glass.
How do you identify vintage glass?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To 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.
How can you tell if glass is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
To 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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Slag 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.
How do you tell if glass is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
To 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?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Yes, 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.
How can you tell if a glass vase is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
To 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.
How can I tell if my vintage glasses are gold?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To 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.
How can you tell if Murano glass is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To 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.
How can you tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
To 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.
How can I tell the difference between vintage glass beads and plastic?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The 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.