Vintage Cranberry Flash Etched Wine Glass with Floral Basket/Gray Cut Flower Pattern
Unbranded (Attributed to Indiana Glass or Tiffin-Franciscan) · Kitchenware > Drinkware & Glassware
Era / Decade
1940s-1950s (Mid-Century Depression-style glass revival)
Material
Glass with cranberry flashing/stain and cold-etched (gray cut) floral detailing
Condition
Good to Very Good. The glass appears structurally sound without visible chips or cracks. There is some minor 'fading' or wear to the cranberry flash coating near the rim, which is common with this manufacturing technique.
Demand Level
Moderate. Individual wine glasses are often sought by collectors as replacements, but the market for mismatched vintage stemware is currently steady rather than hot.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
Low: $8.00 | Mid: $15.00 | High: $25.00 (Single stems are harder to move than sets)
Estimated Retail Value
$10.00 - $15.00 (as a single replacement piece)
Comparable Sales
Similar single cranberry etched wine goblets typically sell for $12-$18 plus shipping on eBay. Full sets of 4 often reach $60-$85.
Description
Lovely vintage cranberry-stained wine goblet featuring a clear stem and base. The bowl is decorated with a delicate gray-cut (matte etched) floral and basket motif, characteristic of mid-century elegant glass. The deep ruby-pink hue is vibrant and provides a striking contrast to the etched wheat/floral detailing. Perfect as a replacement piece or for a mismatched vintage collection.
Key Features
Cranberry flash finish, delicate floral etching, clear pulled stem, Mid-Century aesthetic, highly collectible color for Depression glass enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
Hand-etched appearance, visible 'flash' line where color meets clear stem, era-appropriate thinness of glass. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Flash coating wear: the cranberry color is a surface application, not solid red glass. Look for scratches in the color or thinning at the rim. Check for 'flea bites' (tiny chips) around the base edge and rim.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Etsy (best for vintage aesthetics), eBay (best for collectors looking for specific replacements), or Facebook Marketplace (local vintage groups).
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'Cranberry Flash', 'Gray Cut', 'Bohemian Style', and 'Replacement Glass'. Take a photo against a plain white background and a second photo with light shining through the glass to highlight the color. Ship with multiple layers of large-cell bubble wrap and double-box if possible.