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SYNOPSIS: Some do it for status, while others simply enjoy the finer things in life. Judy’s Jewelry of Fort Myers, Florida explores the many reasons people collect vintage glassware.

The Many Reasons People Collect Vintage Glassware

BY: Sal Lanzieri, Judy's Jewelry Antique and Estate Jewelry

Vintage glassware is becoming more popular than ever.

Whether you’re a fashionable host who likes to highlight your sophisticated tastes with dinnerware and glassware to your guests, or you simply wish to build a beautiful collection filled with timeless classics and stunning sets to display and decorate your space, there’s a lot of different types, styles, and brands of vintage glassware out there.

What do most collectors do with their collections? The answers are as varied and diverse as the pieces themselves.

Judy’s Jewelry in Fort Myers, Florida explores some of the most common reasons why collectors choose to collect vintage glassware.

A Symbol of Status

Some collectors wouldn’t dare dirty their vintage glassware with food, drinks, or flowers. For these collectors, the glassware is a symbol of status, showing their guests that they are an affluent collector with sophisticated tastes and a knowledge of history.

It doesn’t matter whether the piece on display is a Blenko pitcher from the 1950s, which sells for a few hundred dollars, or a Baccarat vase, which would sell for nearly fifty thousand. For collectors who cultivate a collection for display purposes, the experience is identifying and locating exquisite pieces that are both indicative of a vintage era and show excellent craftsmanship.

For example, the aforementioned Baccarat vase is highly indicative of the Art Deco era. Baccarat pieces were hand cut and created with a keen eye for perfect geometric execution, featuring designs that expertly attracts and refracts light to shimmer like nothing you’ve ever seen before.

Pieces such as these exude absolute brilliance and make a stunning addition to any collection.

Good Enough to Eat Off Of?

Many collectors, especially those who prefer luxury brands like Waterford, cannot fathom using the glassware for its “intended purpose.” Flowers only serve to muddy up the pristine appearance of the glassware, while food and drink deteriorates the quality over time as well.

After all, you can’t just shove your priceless Waterford Lismore diamond bowls into the dishwasher now, can you?

However, some collectors are happy to use the items for their intended purpose, while also ensuring they know and understand the care instructions prior to using them, as well as the risks.

For example, many vintage glassware brands contained trace elements of lead and, over time, the lead could leech into the food or drink if the item is used frequently or with highly acidic food and drinks, like a bold port wine.

Using vintage glassware for special occasions likely poses no risk to one’s health, but it’s probably never the best vessel for serving spaghetti once a week every week.

A Certain Je Ne Sais Quoi

Some collectors prefer the best of worlds– display and use. While they are less likely to eat or drink from vintage glassware, they are known for displaying incredible bouquets from decadent vases.

This is an excellent use of vintage glassware, as there is no health hazards whatsoever based on consuming anything from the glass, while the brilliant pop of color combined with the unparalleled beauty of the glass makes for a centerpiece that is hard not to admire.

Judy’s Jewelry

Are you looking to begin or continue your vintage glassware collection?

No matter why you like your glassware or what you use it for, Judy’s Jewelry in Fort Myers has what you’re looking for. As the area’s leading buyer and seller of antique items, you are certain to find something that catches your eye.

Stop by today and see for yourself!

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