Have You Got Some Glassware Hidden Treasures?

Many people, especially those of an older generation, seem to have endless amounts of glassware hidden in cupboards, cellars, attics, and even sheds. However, whenever somebody comes round to visit, they pull out the same old set of wine glasses or whisky glasses that they always use. Often people think this hording behaviour is a waste of money and space, but opinion may be changing following a few high profile cases of pricey discoveries. After a lady in Texas found a whole stash of priceless glassware in her basement, cases of people finding hidden treasures have been all over the news. A relative from overseas had come to visit the women and was helping her clear out her basement when he recognized the glassware brand. They turned out to be very rare vintage Riedel wine glasses, which she sold at auction for $30,000. Similar stories have now been popping up all over the place and there are even some businesses now that offer to send round antiques experts to peoples homes
to sniff out the expensive pieces. LSA, a company who make glass vases, have released finding of a study they commissioned which suggested that people in America have an average of $1000 worth of glassware in their homes, and most people think their collections are worthless. To identity expensive items yourself, LSA recommends looking out for key brands such as Reidel, Spiegelau and Cambridge. They state that how much an item is worth often comes down to the clarity of the glass, the detailing on it, and how good the finishing is. Further more, if there is a hallmark on the bottom of the glassware piece, you can find guides in books and online that will tell you its origin and age. To get a more formal valuation, you can always head down to an antiques dealer and have them cast their expert eye on it and value the item for you. It is worth being a little cautious of their valuation however as they may be interested in the piece themselves and want to pay below value for it
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