Wealthy collectors were attracted to crystal for its light-reflecting qualities, and it became a popular serving option during the 19th century. Crystal produced during this era is considered antique by collectors, while those created after World War I are generally regarded as vintage glassware.

What is vintage glass called?

Popular examples of antique and vintage glassware include pressed glass, cut glass, carnival glass, Depression glass, elegant glass, and milk glass. Of these techniques, cut glass is the oldest, going back some 2,000 years, almost to the introduction in the West of glassblowing itself.

What is the rarest collectible ever?

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