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Vintage Murano Glass Ice Bucket, Italy, 1960s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Valencia, VC
A beautiful mesmerizing vintage Mid-Century Murano cast glass ice bucket. Handmade in Italy circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Art Deco Ice Bucket or Vase, Sabino Glass, France
By Sabino Art Glass
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a French Art Deco ice bucket, wine cooler, or short vase in pressed opalescent glass
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass
Materials
Glass
Small Vintage Handblown and Pressed Blue Green Glass Pitcher
Located in Sheffield, MA
creamer. The small vintage handblown and pressed glass pitcher has a blue green body and clear handle. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Pitchers
Materials
Blown Glass
Vintage Jeannette Glass Harp Pattern Gold Trim Clear
Located in New Orleans, LA
A beautiful collection of six Jeannette Glass cups, saucers and six dessert plates in the Harp
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Gold Plate
Set of Ten Vintage Italian Glass Empoli
Genie
Decanters
By Empoli
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very colorful and decorative set of ten glass 'genie in a bottle' decanters with different glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Ten 1960s Vintage Italian Amber Glass Empoli
Genie
Decanters Liquor Bottles
By Empoli
Located in Haarlem, NL
Extraordinary set of ten large vintage glass 'genie bottle' decanters with different shapes in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage Antique Art Deco GEC Pressed Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
.1930
Opaline glass shade of pressed form, with its original cast brass gallery, as shown in an
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Italian Pendant Lamp in pressed Glass
Brass, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small stylish hanging light featuring an ornamented brass top and a pressed glass shade. It was
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Bitossi Rimini Blue Lava Mottled Italian Art Pottery Cat Figure
By Bitossi
Located in Wilton, CT
Bitossi cat in the desirable Rimini blue lava glaze, circa 1960s. Heavy press moulded piece, with the early reddish clay, at six plus pounds before packing. With partial original Ros...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Egyptian Revival Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Vintage MMA Koi Fish Candlesticks in Teal Green Glass
Located in Pasadena, CA
vintage itself. The Metropolitan Museum of Art Met Store sold limited edition sandwich glass style koi
Category
Vintage 1970s American Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
Set of 8 Vintage French Pressed Botanicals
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite set of eight vintage French pressed botanicals captures the timeless beauty and
Category
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art
Materials
Glass, Paper
60 Piece Vintage English Silver Plated Cased Kings Pattern Cutlery Set X8
Located in Wembley, GB
A Rare Cased Set of 60 antique valuable silver-plated Spoons. An elegant English Sheffield silverplated Kings Pattern 8 individuals setting canteen of cutlery, 60 pieces, mid 20th c...
Category
Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver
1960s Pair of Pressed Glass Wall Lamps by Kamenicky Senov, Czechoslovakia
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of two vintage wall lights made of pressed glass and chrome fittings. Produced by Kamenicky
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Glass and Iron Industrial Style Table Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Near pair of vintage glass and iron kerosene jars as lamps. Originally used for the Perfection
Category
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Vintage Bauhaus Art Deco Architectural Clear Patterned Glass Block Vase
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Architectural Clear Patterned Glass Block Vase.
Vintage Large 12" West German Bauhaus Art
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Vases
Materials
Glass
Vintage Industrial Holophane Prismatic Glass Pendant Light. 1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed glass pendant light made in England by Holophane. c.1920
Prismatic glass shade
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique Vintage Spiraling Glass Column American Regency style table lamp
Located in Leesburg, VA
beautifully aged pressed glass lamp in the form of a helical Solomonic column surmounted by a knop. The
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Vintage Antique Art Deco Church Opaline Glass Pendant Lights, C.1930
Located in London, GB
Beautifully designed pressed opaline glass pendant lamp with brass gallery. c.1930
Moulded opaline
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Antique Art Deco Hexagonal Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930
Located in London, GB
A diminutive art deco hexagonal opaline pendant lamp. c.1930.
Thick pressed white opaline glass
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Antique Osler / Holophane Prismatic Glass Acorn Pendant Light. 1920
By F.
C. Osler, Holophane
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully formed prismatic glass acorn shade by Holophane. c.1920
Of diminutive size, lovely
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Hexagonal Polished Brass Pendant Lights with Vaseline Glass Shades
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
Beautiful Trio of Petite Pendant Lights with Vaseline Glass Shades
SOLD AS A SET OF THREE
A
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Antique Art Deco 6" Cube Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930
Located in London, GB
An incredibly elegant art deco cubed opaline pendant lamp. c.1930.
Thick pressed white opaline
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Antique Art Deco Church White Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1920
Located in London, GB
Beautifully designed pressed opaline glass pendant lamp with brass gallery. c.1920
Moulded opaline
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
King Size Carl Fagerlund Vintage Pair Glass Wall Sconces, Orrefors Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund, Lyfa
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Lamp Company Lyfa and by Swedish Orrefors in the 1960s.
The sconces are made of clear pressed
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Vintage Antique Art Deco Ovaloid Church Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930
Located in London, GB
An elegantly shaped opaline glass pendant light with gallery. c.1930
Of ovaloid form, white
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Huge Carl Fagerlund Vintage Pair of Glass Wall Sconces, Orrefors in Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund, Lyfa
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Lamp Company Lyfa and by Swedish Orrefors in the 1960s.
The sconces are made of clear pressed
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Vintage Antique Art Deco Semi-Spherical Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed semi-spherical opaline glass pendant lamp with copper gallery. c.1930
Moulded
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Vintage Art Deco Industrial Large GEC Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp, C.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
very thick satin opal glass with ribbing to its perimeter and sunburst detail to the underside
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Vintage Antique Art Deco Round GEC Stepped Opaline Glass Pendant Light, C.1930
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in London, GB
An elegantly formed art deco opaline glass pendant light made by GEC. c.1935
Made by GEC to
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Vintage Art Deco Brass GEC Opaline Glass Ceiling Mounted Ship Light Lamp, C.1930
Located in London, GB
quality brass mounting gallery and hand blown globe opaline glass shade. Ideal in a porch or cloakroom
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage French Lanterns
Located in Houston, TX
Charming pair of antiqued brass lanterns with original blown curved glass cylinders. Newly wired in
Category
Vintage 1960s French Late Victorian Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Nuutajärvi Arktis Bowl Small by Björn Weckström, Scandinavian Modern Art Glass
By Nuutajärvi Notsjõ, Bjorn Weckstrom
Located in Chicago, IL
) line. Suitable as a centerpiece, catch all, candle holder or ashtray.
Made of pressed glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Glass
Vintage Industrial Black Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, C.1920
Located in London, GB
cleaned and preserved. The clock surround is made of heavy duty steel, which has been pressed to imitate
Category
Vintage 1920s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Steel
Set of Three 1970s German Wall Sconces with Rectangular Faceted Glass Shades
Located in Astoria, NY
rectangular, beautifully faceted pressed glass shades, over a single socket. Good vintage condition, with some
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Glass
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. circa 1930
The metal casing has been stripped of paint to show t...
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Copper
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.1930
This clock has survived in great original condition, the black factory painted casing waxed to p...
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Diminutive Wooden Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, c.1930
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and diminutive wall clock made in England by Magneta Electric. c.1930
This lovely little clock has been left in original condition, with age related patina to the dial...
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1920
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 green overpaint to the surround which has a wonderful pat...
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Steel
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
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
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.1930
This clock has survived in great original condition, the black factory painted casing waxed to p...
Category
Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Steel
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 dial, set in a beautiful marbled Bakelite surround. Original memorial ...
Category
Vintage 1940s English Industrial Wall Clocks
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
1980s Japanese Aluminium Vintage Industrial Searchlight
American Steel Tripod
By Industrial Production
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
)
Materials - Aluminium and tempered glass with brass fittings.
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Pressed Glass Flush, Pair of Ceiling Flush Lights, 1960s Vintage Flush Lights
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
vintage pressed glass flush lights or wall lights with white mounting boxes in very good vintage condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Vintage Green Pressed Glass Butterfly Dressing Table Set
Located in London, GB
Green glass dressing table set adorned with butterflies and floral motifs. The set comes with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Glass
Pressed Glass and Aluminium, Pendant Pair from the 1960s, Danish Vintage Lights
By Vitrika
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
vintage condition.
A pair of medium sized hanging lights, each comprised of a thick heavy pressed glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Wall Lights
Pair,
1950s Danish Vintage Sconces with Pressed Glass and Brass
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Wall lights - pair of 1950s Scandinavian Modern sconces with pressed glass and dark wood by Danish
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Vintage English Zink Galvanized Jug Pitcher Vase
Located in Hartlepool, GB
Vintage English sink galvanized jug pitcher vase with a fabulous aged patina.
Category
Early 20th Century English Industrial Pitchers
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Glass and Brass Pendant Light, 1960s, Scandinavian Lamp with Pressed Glass
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Glass and brass pendant light from the 1960s. Beautiful Scandinavian lamp with pressed glass, brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Glass with Rosewood Pendant Light, circa 1960s Pressed Glass Hanging Lamp
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
, comprised of a thick and heavy pressed glass bottom shade, an aluminium piece onto which the glass shade is
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 12 Vintage Georg Jensen Cactus Fish Knives 062
By Gundorph Albertus, Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, Hellerup
vintage Georg Jensen hallmarks from 1933-1944.
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Silver
Glass Pendant by Vitrika, 1960s Gorgeous Pressed Glass and Brass Hanging Light
By Vitrika
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Gala pendant - gorgeous pressed glass and brass pendant by unspecified designer for Danish Vitrika
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
GLASS and BROWN PENDANT by Danish Vitrika 1960s. Beautiful pressed glass lamp
By Vitrika
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
GLASS and BROWN PENDANT by Danish Vitrika in the late 1960s - beautiful Scandinavian Modern pressed
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Glass and Brass Pendant, 1960s, Gorgeous Large Pressed Glass Lamp with Brass
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Glass and brass pendant light from the 1960s, beautiful large Danish midcentury pressed glass and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Pressed Glass and Aluminium, Danish Ceiling Lights from the 1960s
By Vitrika
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
vintage condition.
A pair of medium sized hanging lights, each comprised of a thick heavy pressed glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Pressed Glass and Brass, Scandinavian Pendant Light from the 1960s
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Pressed glass with brass lacquered top from the 1960s - gorgeous Scandinavian Modern crystal glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Pressed Glass
Rosewood Wall Lamps ‘Pair’ 1950s Scandinavian Midcentury Design
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Pressed glass and rosewood wall lamps, 1950s Scandinavian midcentury wall lights with amber glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
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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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Whether 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.
- 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 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 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.