Antique glass often appears convincing the moment it is handled. Irregular shapes, bubbles, pontil marks, and subtle wear suggest hand craftsmanship and age, creating confidence that feels intuitive and settled. Online listings, estate descriptions, and inherited collections reinforce this belief by using terms like “hand-blown,” “artisan,” or “old” without explaining what those descriptions actually confirm. Over time, visual cues and repeated language replace verification. Understanding how antique glass is properly evaluated matters because mistaking modern reproduction for true age can inflate expectations, complicate resale or insurance decisions, and create credibility issues when claims are later examined.
DJR Real vs. Fake™ guides are designed to help readers understand what commonly goes wrong before money, reputation, or documentation is committed.
This guide explains how professionals think about antique glass, focusing on:
Where public assumptions about hand-blown characteristics break down
Why visual irregularities are often replicated intentionally
How production method is confused with age
Where uncertainty enters when appearance is treated as proof
Inside this guide, readers will learn how to:
Separate appearance from production context
Recognize why bubbles, pontil marks, and wear are not definitive
Understand how modern glassmaking overlaps with historic forms
Identify when restraint is the correct decision
Avoid paying antique prices for decorative reproductions
Decide when professional escalation may or may not make sense
This guide does not authenticate items or assign value.
Its purpose is to restore clarity, enforce restraint, and prevent irreversible mistakes at the decision stage.
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Antique glass often appears convincing the moment it is handled. Irregular shapes, bubbles, pontil marks, and subtle wear suggest hand craftsmanship and age, creating confidence that feels intuitive and settled. Online listings, estate descriptions, and inherited collections reinforce this belief by using terms like “hand-blown,” “artisan,” or “old” without explaining what those descriptions actually confirm. Over time, visual cues and repeated language replace verification. Understanding how antique glass is properly evaluated matters because mistaking modern reproduction for true age can inflate expectations, complicate resale or insurance decisions, and create credibility issues when claims are later examined.
DJR Real vs. Fake™ guides are designed to help readers understand what commonly goes wrong before money, reputation, or documentation is committed.
This guide explains how professionals think about antique glass, focusing on:
Where public assumptions about hand-blown characteristics break down
Why visual irregularities are often replicated intentionally
How production method is confused with age
Where uncertainty enters when appearance is treated as proof
Inside this guide, readers will learn how to:
Separate appearance from production context
Recognize why bubbles, pontil marks, and wear are not definitive
Understand how modern glassmaking overlaps with historic forms
Identify when restraint is the correct decision
Avoid paying antique prices for decorative reproductions
Decide when professional escalation may or may not make sense
This guide does not authenticate items or assign value.
Its purpose is to restore clarity, enforce restraint, and prevent irreversible mistakes at the decision stage.
Digital Download — PDF • 4 Pages • Instant Access
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