The Top 15 Most Expensive Pieces of Vintage Glass

 The Top 15 Most Expensive Pieces of Vintage Glass

he world of collecting vintage glassware is truly a colorful and expansive one and even the most seasoned and devoted collector can't know everything about every era and type and company. This is why many collectors have at least a general guideline to what types of vintage glass they like to collect. This could be any identifier including color, pattern, time period, maker, glass type, piece type, or any other way one could organize or catalog their collection. But, what if you're a reseller? What should you be buying? Or should you be buying what suits your own personal taste or buying to accommodate everyone's different styles? Knowing what sells the best or for the highest profit margin is usually a safe strategy for a new business to model. But how do you know what that is?? Never fear my friends, I have a treat for you this week: The Top 15 Most Expensive Pieces of Vintage Glassware.*

1. Atomic Starburst Glassware Set (26 pieces)

It's no wonder this colorful mid-century glassware set is eBay's highest priced sold vintage glassware as of October 2021. This 26-piece set of mid-century barware glasses sold on eBay on September 3, 2021 for a total price of over $525!

2. Yellow Pressed Vaseline Glass Lot (26 pieces)

Vaseline glass is a personal favorite of mine to collect and was also the reason I started my own vintage glassware collection! This gorgeous 26-piece lot of various different pieces in the classic "Daisy and Button" pattern recently sold on eBay on August 23, 2021 for a total of $500. Wow.

3. Vintage MCM Imperial Glass Shoji 22k Gold Tumbler Highball Glasses Set of 4

This third most expensive glass purchase on our list is a much smaller sized set than the previous two since it was sold as a set of four on eBay on August 2, 2021 with a price tag of $365!

4. King's Crown Cranberry Flash Glass Thumbprint Design

This is a good sized set of vintage glassware and the cranberry flash color is so beautiful and would be beautiful as a part of your next holiday tablescape! This set sold for $350 on eBay on September 23, 2021.

5. 1950s Glamalite 8-pc Glassware Set *New*

The bold, bright colors, the big and small chunks of glitter, and are those original stickers I see? These mid-century tumblers are so perfect and could not have been named more appropriately. This 8-pc. Glamalite set on eBay for $300 on August 23, 2021.

6. Jeannette Glass Company "Adam" Depression Glass

This was a nice offering of vintage pink depression glass dinner plates by Jeannette Glass Company. The "Adam" pattern is coveted amongst collectors and pieces are getting more and more difficult to come by. Not surprisingly, prices are reflecting this popularity and demand. This 9-pc set sold on September 25, 2021 for $265 on eBay.

7. Jeannette Glass Company "Jadeite" Glass 1 lb. Butter Box with Cover Lid

Jadeite is another long-running favorite amongst collectors of both depression glass and those who exclusively collect jadeite glass. This 1 lb. jadeite Butter Box with lid sold for $230 on eBay on October 4, 2021.

8. Iittala Ultima Thule Glass Carafe and 6 Tumblers Set

This unique glassware set is more modern than the others but still demanded a nice price tag on eBay on October 16, 2021 of $225!

9. 10 pcs. Lot of Watermelon Glass Stemware

Although the maker of this lovely set of vintage watermelon glassware is not stated, these 6 water goblets and 3 sherbet cups will hopefully be brightening up a spring or summer bloom. A buyer on eBay paid $215 for this 10-pc set on August 27, 2021.

10. Tiffany Vintage "Sybil" Crystal Stemware

This set of 8 wine glasses and 2 champagne flutes came together this season and are reminiscent of days gone by, A set including 8 wine glasses and 2 flutes is not only a great buy with one eBayer buyer selling his stemware collection of 10 pcs. for $200!

11. Jeannette Glass Company "American" Glassware

The "American" Pattern of vintage glassware just seems to be this most natural and simple pattern, but it has truly stood the test of time. Evident of this fact, is the price this clear punch bowl, which sold for $200 on eBay on August 19, 2021.

12. Ransgil Fuschia Butterfly Etched Crystal Stemware Glasses (Set of 60 pcs.)

These unique etched crystal stemware glasses are so beautiful and delicate, I am almost afraid to touch them. But after noticing those fabulously shiny iridescent bases, I think I'll just vow to be extra careful. This large set sold on eBay for $195!

13. Culver Glass Highball Glasses

This classic mid-century barware set of 15 vintage gold foiled highball glasses in excellent condition sold on eBay on October 4, 2021 for $189 and I am sure made somebody's week.

14. Waterford Crystal Wine Goblets Set of 8

This vintage set is a classic crystal and clear glassware pattern and will probably remain so until 2025. This set of 8 tramore cut crystal goblets are in two different sizes (4 of each) excellent condition. They sold on eBay on September 19, 2021 for a cool $175.

15. Heisey "Orchid" Etched Clear Glassware Set

(39 pcs)

This 39-pc set by Heisey is not only a nice gesture, but it is simply just fine. One eBay shopper recently purchased this etched clear glass stemware lot of 39 pcs for just $175!

Now, although this listing is not fully completed until after 10 pm, it is clear there will be a winner. And I hope the deal you got on this little dose of antique and vintage glassware won't give you too much arrogance- and finds you well, and feeling like the winner you are!

So there you have it- the top 15 Most Expensive Pieces of Vintage Glassware and recent sold values for your pricing convenience.

Until next time, Happy Hunting!