Is this lead crystal or cut glass?

Discussion in 'Pottery, Glass, and Porcelain' started by Mayra Acosta, Oct 29, 2022.

  1. Mayra Acosta

    Mayra Acosta Active Member

    Found this gorgeous piece and I just don’t know what type of glass it is. Any input would be helpful and appreciated!

    Thank you!

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  2. Ce BCA

    Ce BCA Well-Known Member

    Lead crystal and cut glass are not exclusive terms, an item can be both. Lead crystal is typically 24% pbo, cut glass is any form of glass which is cut by hand on the wheel. Hand cut glass has sharp edges to the cuts, if they are softer then it is moulded. There is an in-between form where the pattern is moulded and then cut which reduces skill needed in production.

    Your piece looks like it may be moulded and has some smaller cut glass elements.
     
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  3. Ownedbybear

    Ownedbybear Well-Known Member

    Softer edges can also be hand cut if they're then acid washed.
     
  4. Cherryhill

    Cherryhill Well-Known Member

    Your piece appears to be pressed glass with fine lines (gray) which have been cut so that it can be called 'cut glass.'
     
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