Is It Glass or Crystal? Expert Tips for Identification
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- Опубликовано: 23 июл 2024
- Are you ready to unlock the secrets of your antique glass and crystal collection? In our latest film, "Is It Glass or Crystal? Expert Tips for Identification," we dive deep into the fascinating world of antique crystal and glassware. You'll learn how to tell the difference between lead crystal and plain glass, and discover the incredible value hidden in your antique glass pieces. From identifying valuable crystal to understanding the dangers of lead exposure, we cover it all.
We'll answer the burning questions: Is it safe to drink from lead crystal? How does lead crystal impact our environment? Can you recycle lead crystal? We'll also provide tips on authenticating antique glass, recognizing the difference between pressed and cut glass, and how to spot fake crystal. You'll be amazed at the history and value of antique glassware.
Our film is packed with essential information for both novice collectors and seasoned experts. Whether you're wondering if your glassware is a hidden treasure or just curious about its origins, we have the insights you need. Discover the secrets of lead crystal, learn how to safely handle and use it, and uncover the history of your antique pieces.
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You can definitely make glass sing, I’ve done it many times.
Exactly. I have done that with regular glass especially newer glass.
Probably one of the best & most informative videos I’ve seen in a *long* time. The video quality shouldn’t be underestimated, but I really appreciate how much this video was able to cover in a nicely compacted amount of time.
And oh no! 😅 14:11 Diamond cutter ring, hand cutting crystal tumblers.
I heard Saint Louis starting limiting the lead to 24% maximum, and also applying some kind of special coating to prevent any lead to seep out after that 90’s FDA letter.
So secondhand & post 90’s (if you can tell) crystal if you wanna booze it up or whatever. Who knew? You’d think they would’ve checked sooner for that kind of stuff and that it needed a warning/disclaimer label all that time before. I don’t think this is widely known.
Thank you very much for your comment. Hope the film was able to help you. Kind regards. Walter
Great lesson, thank you so much. Looking forward to learning so much more. Have a great weekend!
Very helpful information. Thank you
Best video I have seen on crystal. Very informative
Really helpful and interesting! - Many thanks, mate!
thank you very much as always mate
Thanks for your knowledge. Much appreciated!
thank you very much for your support
Very good advice. Thank you...
I got quite alot out of this very thorough video. Thanks there, mate.
Very knowledgeable, thank-you!
Thank you very much very kind of you
This was so helpful. I just bought a lot of used crystal wine glasses.
Thank you very much. I appreciate your comment
Good morning from Florida USA! Thank you so much for the information. Take care
ALWAYS love your videos Walter
Thank you very much for your support. Appreciate it
Awesome job.
Fabulous video, very knowledgeable!
Thank you very much
Good job man, thx
Cheers Walter very informative
thank you very much
Excellent tutorial Professor!
thank you very much
Really interesting, I learnt a lot.
Thank you very much appreciate your support
On the Gurasu Crystal website they said that If you pour a 50/50 solution of water and white vinegar into the glasses and let it soak for 24 hours any lead on the interior surface will leach into the acidic solution. Clean the glass after pouring out the solution. It's o.k. to store liquids in crystal for the length of a meal but liquids should not be stored in the crystal for longer than that.
Very interesting video 👍
thank you very much for all your support . appreciate it
You have a gift teaching people...sharing your knowledge could pay off for you ...your vide[s are excellent
thank you very much, i appreciate it
nice
Hi Walter, thank you SO much for your videos, I absolutely love them! I've just started selling antiques and collectables on eBay and your videos have been SO helpful, I don't know what I'd do without them!! In a few of your videos you mention an online group you have where you can post items and ask for people's advice on what they are. Do you have a link for this? Thank you!
hi, thank you very much for your kind comment, the group i use when i need help is talking antiques on facebook, you can get some real rude people on there but overall the experience is good and you get answers. good luck with your reselling, stick to it, it is hard but so worth it.
@@AntiquesArena Thank you so much!
@@tillytigger thank you too for your support
Thank u
Thank you very much xxx
What is the "load spa" (19:20) brand? Thank you
Thank you a very good informative video, today I bought a victorian lead crystal claret jug with stopper to put drink in it is it safe to do this watching your video I'm still unsure can you tell me please yes or no thank you from Howard. 🤔🙏🍷
Hi Howard. Thank you for your comment. I have always kept drink in decanters. However it is recommended that you serve out of a Crystal decanter and. It store in one
Hi is there such a thing as pressed or molded crystal? What are the seams on the bowl or vase is that part of the design? If crystal isn’t signed does that cheapen then value? Thank you!
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Hi. Yes you can get Crystal that has been pressed and moulded. As long as it’s 24 % lead it’s Crystal. And the lines are where it was moulded. Cut Crystal doesn’t have limes or seams but the likes of polish pressed Crystal do.
Ooh! Yes! Refraction! Plus clarity plus weight plus finish plus sound when flicked with my finger..
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I was looking for caring for chipped crystal pieces and you turned up.
I volunteer at an op shop and I’ve pulled out a lot of crystal from glass. Not many people want to pay for crystal when it’s unsigned. Most of the stuff is wedding presents and from 1960s onwards. The only signed piece I know is a royal Doulton wine glass there. Only one.
I do check.
Most of its Czech etc. Some Waterford but not much.
Thank you for your comment and sub. I love Crystal I bet you see tones of it. I find the same problem I only buy signed now tbh
How can I send a picture where you can see if it Crystal
Nicely done. Never put your lead Crystal in the dishwasher, stick to this guidance.
Thank you very much for your comment. So wish I had mentioned that lol 😂
@@AntiquesArena I once gave a friend a huge John Walsh Walsh Pompeian yellow vase as a wedding present. His wife put it in the dishwasher and Bang, goodbye beautiful vase.
That is so sad and probably happens daily
I will add the info in to my blog post as I think it is important. It just didn’t come to me when I made the film
Can I drink wine out of crystal glass if contains lead?
Wow, lead glass comes at a high price!
Thank you for your comment. Lead glass is beautiful but yes comes at a price
Looks like I’m buying a glass tumblr instead of a crystal for my whiskey. I’m not paying 10x the price to get lead in my body.
You quite literally consume more lead on a daily basis than any crystal decanter or drinking glass will put in you 😂 IF any at all. Crystal is perfectly within safe limits.
Great explanation! I wonder if you stored your 50 year old scotch in a decanter for 20 years, if you could taste the difference. Also, can you make the same kind of stopper that glass as in crystal. That part that is abrasive, but still seals it. Thanks for the tip about landfills! Oh yeah, does crystal, or glass “flow” over time.?
アンティークは100年以上
だとすると素材はクリスタルではない可能性あり
加里ガラス、ソーダガラスかも🙆🙋🙌
Know this will be of interest to you with reference to a previous video
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My walmart wine glasses sing when you rub the rim. Pretty sure they are not crystal.
Then its no purpose of having lead crystal only for decor
Cutting your partner in half for washing your favourite crystal tumbler with a ring on is totally justified. 👍
as a glassblower this video is NOT 100% accurate.
Thank you for your comment. Which part isn’t right ?
All glass sings when you rub the rim and you can not tell if it’s crystal by flicking the glass either. Great video super informative.
Whether or not the glass sings, depends more on the thickness and shape of the glass, not what type of glass the cup is made out of.
@@GammaGlass while I agree with you there is a distinct difference in the sound and type of ring between glass and Crystal that is unmistakable and a piece with a handle will not ring or if it does it’s very minor
You CAN NOT tell if glass is crystal by the ring! And I never said anything about handles so idk where you got that from but okay…