How to Buy a Crystal Vase

Crystal vases can add a certain elegance to a room. They can stand on their own or be used to display flowers. If you are buying a crystal vase for yourself or as a gift, you need to be aware of the wide range of crystal vases on the market.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Browse through the different manufacturers of crystal vases. Lenox, Mikasa and Waterford are three hugely popular companies that have made crystal vases for a long time.

2. Set a budget. Crystal vases can be wildly expensive, depending on the type that you get. Before you shop, you need to have an idea of what you're willing to spend. Crystal vases start at under $100, but prices can rise into the thousands of dollars.

3. Find the manufacturer's outlet to buy the vase at. The best deals are found at an outlet for the manufacturer. Go on the company's website to find the closest outlet near you.

4. Pick the style that you wish to own. Some of the finest crystal vases are based on the Louis XV rococo style. These vases have intricate designs that are delicately blown onto the vase.

5. Decide on the size of your crystal vase. Very small vases can purchased that are less than 6 inches, or you can select larger vases that are over 12 inches tall.

Tips & Warnings

• If you plan to buy a pre-owned crystal vase, you should have it appraised first. There are certain markings that are used to authenticate the crystal.
• Due to the delicate nature of crystal, you should read up on care and cleaning once you have purchased the piece.