Vintage Stemware

Welcome to Vintage Stemware. We are adding loads of information about Stemware to our site. From Fostoria to Waterford we’ll be adding a page about each the different patterns of stemware from all the major glass companies. A brief history and some facts about the pattern on each page.

Vintage stemware is the perfect finishing touch to your formal dinner table. There is a stemware pattern for any taste. It can be lots of fun hunting down items to complete a set of vintage stemware. Many people are often feel that they are not having fun any longer upon completing a set. It not uncommon for someone to sell off a collection only to start off on a different pattern a few months later. If you want a complete set without the time involved finding all the pieces keep and eye out for a complete set for sale. If your the type that likes the ‘hunt” start by scouring antique shops, flea markets, yard sales and eBay.

Before beginning to assemble a vintage stemware collection it’s important to read up and learn as much as you can before starting out. Reproductions abound and a few dollars spent on a reference  price guide will likely pay for itself many times over. You can find many of these in the price guide section of our site. Consider joining a club. There are many different clubs many of which are focused on a particular company or line. You’ll find a wealth of information and access to private sales of items as well as the ability to sell or trade your excess items.

Collecting vintage stemware can be a fun and enjoyable hobby. One you get to show off to guests, family and friends during holidays and special occasions. An elegant dinner table is something to be proud of.

If your a depression glass collector visit our depression glass site Antique-Glass.org.