Glass Ruby Red
Glass Ruby Red
Ruby Red Glass Tableware – Building A Collection
Ruby colored glassware is a vibrant red color that is created by the use of gold chloride. Although it was known and created centuries earlier the exact "recipe" for making red glass was lost until the 17th century. It was highly sought after by glass makers and alchemists for its believed curative qualities.
Glass itself is an amorphous (non crystalline) solid material. Most glass (even if it is colored) is transparent and typically the thinner the glass the more brittle and therefore easier to shatter. Different properties added during the glass making process impact the production in very different ways. Depending on the final product desired melted glass can be manipulated in a variety of ways to create different forms. Glass making techniques dates back into the early records to human civilizations such as Ancient Rome, Egypt, Western Asia, etc.
Collecting glassware is a popular activity not only because of the aesthetic qualities of glass but also because of the practicality. Many items (especially tableware) can be used everyday. Many other collectables do not offer this advantage because use decreases the value but when properly cared for glass tableware will look as beautiful in the future as it did the day you acquired it. Remember to search for high quality pieces without flaws (bubbles, cracks, discoloration, etc). Collecting glassware is often a lifelong pursuit so do not rush to build a huge collection right away, take the time to enjoy the journey and search out antique or reproduction pieces to fill your collection slowly.
Antique reproduction glassware offers the historic patterns that were originally produced but have become less popular over the years. Many glassmakers will use the original moulds to make new pieces so while the glass itself may not be the original – the design is historically accurate. Original antique pieces are often flawed because of inconsistencies in production techniques or chipped and/or cracked because it was not properly cared for by the previous owners.
Ruby red glass is a wonderful addition to any collection and it guaranteed to bring a lifetime of happiness to the owners. Bright and intense colors are a great way to add a dramatic effect to food presentation and the more intense the color the more it will stand out against other dishes at the table. LookInTheAttic & Company offers a wide selection of beautiful ruby red glass as well as several other colors such as Pink, Cobalt, Emerald, Vaseline, Milk Glass and Amethyst.
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RUBY RED GLASS GLOBE LID $9.95 |
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Mosser Glass RUBY RED CARNIVAL 7.5" HEN ON NEST BASKET COVERED CANDY DISH NEW! $43.24 |
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Four Vintage Ruby Red Rings Kings Crown Indiana Tiffin Salad Dessert Plates EXC $26.25 |
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Deep Ruby Red Cut to Clear Bohemian Lead Crystal Glass Vase -- Nice! $49.99 |
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Vintage Murano Gold Guilded Red Ruby Wine Glass Goblet $19.99 |
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RAINBOW ART GLASS HAND BLOWN RUBY RED BOTTLE VASE #952 1960'S VIKING NEW MARTINS $17.99 |
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KANAWHA GLASS AMBERINA ORANGE BICENTENNIAL BOWL & RUBY RED PITCHER EAGLE STARS $13.99 |
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PILGRIM ART GLASS WVIRGINIA HAND BLOWN RUBY RED CRACKLE BOTTLE VASE MARKED 1960S $23.99 |
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FRATELLI TOSO RUBY RED FLOWER HAND BLOWN GLASS PAPEREIGHT MURANO ITALY ITALIAN $34.99 |
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HEAVY ASEDA RUBY RED DECANTER W 2 GLASSES SWEDEN SCANDINAVIAN E&R CROWN LABEL $59.99 |
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Vintage Collectible Ruby Red Screwdriver Shaped Bottle $22.99 |
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RARE vtg RUBY red 14in STRETCH glass PANELED VASE eames era MID CENTURY MODERN $39.95 |
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Fenton 8" Ruby Red Daffodil Vase Crimped and Ruffeled Rim OUTSTANDING! $29.99 |
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Ruby Red Glass Double Handled Cup Open Sugar Bowl $2.99 |
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Vintage Anchor Hocking Royal Ruby Red Flare Pineapple Vase 1930's Retro Elegant $9.99 |
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FENTON GLASS RUBY RED ROOSTER BOX #4680 RU $75.00 |
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Antique Czechoslovakia Vaseline/ruby red rigaree decor. pattern glass vase 10" $127.50 |
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Fostoria Ruby Red Fascination 4 3/4" Champagne Stem $29.00 |
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VINTAGE LOT OF RUBY RED GLASS,ONE VASE, ONE DESSERT BOWL,ONE DEEP PLATE/ DISH $4.99 |
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Beautiful Red & Clear Glass Compote with lid very Unique~See Pic's~ $14.99 |
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Vintage Ruby Red Fenton Art Glass Hobnail Kitty Cat In Shoe Slipper Figurine $9.99 |
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LARGE 11" RUBY RED GLASS BASKET BY INDIANA GLASS/TIARA-DEWDROP PATTERN $49.99 |
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6 ANCHOR HOCKING ROYAL RUBY RED BANDED TALL TUMBLERS GLASSES GOBLETS 10OZ #E3321 $59.99 |
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VTG ITALIAN MURANO ART GLASS CHAMPAGNE COUPE CRANBERRY RUBY RED SWIRL SIGNED $89.00 |
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RUBY RED HAND PAINTED VASE $14.99 |
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Vintage 11" Ruby Red Viking Elegant Glass Epic Egret Bird Figurine On Round Base $11.10 |
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4 ANCHOR HOCKING ROYAL RUBY RED COCKTAIL CORDIAL BOOPIE GLASSES 4OZ $24.99 |
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XL RUBY RED OXBLOOD HAND BLOWN ART GLASS BOWL MURANO ITALY ITALIAN HEAVY 2 LBS $24.99 |
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XL RUBY RED CASED PUSSYCAT FELINE CAT KITTEN MURANO ITALY ITALIAN 7 1/2" LABEL $59.99 |
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VENETIAN SEGUSO HAND BLOWN RUBY RED WHITE GLASS EYE BOWL MURANO ITALY ITALIAN $29.99 |
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HUGE RUBY RED HAND BLOWN GLASS EGG SCULPTURE PAPERWEIGHT MURANO ITALY ITALIAN $44.99 |
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4 6OZ ANCHOR HOCKING ROYAL RUBY RED BERWICK BOOPIE SHERBET DESSERT GLASSES BOWLS $24.99 |
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Vintage Avon Cape Cod Ruby Red Cordial Glasses 8 Pc MINT $14.99 |
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RUBY RED CRYSTAL NECKLACE 18KGp FLOWER GARLAND WREATH CAPS bliss BOMB $26.82 |
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STUNNING RUBY RED CUT TO CLEAR BOHEMIAN CZECH CRYSTAL DECANTER W STOPPER $39.99 |
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Hofbauer Byrdes Birds Ruby Red Crystal Decanter $69.99 |
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Ruby Red Textured Glasses Set of 2 - Rare! $9.99 |
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Set Of 3 Ruby Red Fenton Christmas Tree Figurines w/ Frit Snow & Gold Squirrel $51.00 |
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VENETIAN RUBY RED MID CENTURY ITALIAN ART GLASS BOWL GOLD SUSPENSIONS A. SEGUSO $9.99 |
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Hofbauer Byrdes Bird Ruby Red Crystal Salt & Pepper Shakers $35.99 |
i HAVE A RED CHEESE COVER i THINK FROM CZECH THAT HAND PAINTED WITH GOLD9″ ACROSS i DON’T KNOW HOW TO PRICE IT CAN YOU HELP ME?