The Polish People’s Republic (PRL) existed in the years 1944-1989. Some people remember this time with sentiment, for others it was a period of low standard of living, which they now think about with horror. At that time, it was easy to identify iconic objects that every Pole had at home. These were, for example, Frania, half-sofa, prodiz and crystals. The latter are worth today.
How much are crystals from the times of the Polish People’s Republic worth? Check if you still have them in your cupboard
In the Polish People’s Republic, crystals were a mandatory element of interior furnishings and decor. They were placed on the shelves of wall units or kept in a cupboard behind a glass display case. At that time, hand-cut crystal glassware was a symbol of luxury. They were appreciated for their elegance and high quality of workmanship. Over the years, people began to associate them with kitsch and considered them tacky.
This is how, at the beginning of the 21st century, a lot of plates, glasses and vases ended up in garbage cans. However, some people kept them as souvenirs. And rightly so, because as it turns out, they are very valuable today. Collectors can pay up to several thousand zlotys to get vintage tableware.
How much are crystals from the times of the Polish People’s Republic worth? ARKADIUSZ ZIOLEK/East News
The most expensive crystals from the Polish People’s Republic. Collectors are looking for these vessels
In the times of the Polish People’s Republic, crystal glasses, glasses, jugs and carafes decorated tables during special celebrations. Vases, ashtrays and boxes were also popular. Currently, plates, glasses and vases attract the greatest attention of antique lovers. As of May 14, 2024, on the OLX website you can find sets with several crystals, the price of which is up to PLN 10,000. zloty.
Screenshot from olx.pl https://www.olx.pl/d/oferta/szkliwo-z-czasow-prl-u-CID628-IDT7AgA.html
The prices of individual elements are also not low. On OLX, prices for a decorative vase from the times of the Polish People’s Republic range from PLN 3,000 to PLN 8,000. A set of four glasses from the Polish People’s Republic can be purchased on Allegro for approximately PLN 400, and one plate can cost up to PLN 200. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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