11 Glowing Uranium Glass Pieces That Collectors Want
There’s something undeniably magical about uranium glass. Its soft green hue and eerie glow under blacklight toe the line between elegant and eccentric — and that’s exactly the appeal. In the world of vintage glass, uranium has one of the biggest collector bases, and we’ve rounded up some of the most valuable pieces we could find.
1. Art Deco Saturn Table Lamp
Sold for: $3,500
Immediately yes. If you’re collecting uranium, it’s probably because you enjoy its otherworldly qualities, so you might as well let them shine through the shape of Saturn. This table lamp hails from the 1939 World’s Fair, too, so its historical flair adds to its value.
2. Art Deco Painted Metal Uranium Lighted Fishbowl
Sold for: $1,700
Art Deco pieces exist at the crossroads between eclectic and classy (what a fun place to be). This Frankart-style painted metal stand makes way for a uranium fish bowl. The divers on each side of the bowl add even more character, and the built-in black light is the smartest move of all.
3. Uranium Candlestick Holders
Sold for: $1,700
Because sterling silver or brass candlestick holders are way too cliche, why not have the holders glow to complement the flame on the candle? These are quite practical.
4. Vintage Viking Uranium Glass Jumbo Mushroom
Sold for: $1,500
The neon, luminescent glow of uranium lends itself beautifully to this giant glass mushroom. Really, when you think about glowing green objects, mushrooms make perfect sense, tapping into “Alice in Wonderland” vibes.
5. French Gilt Brass Mounted Vaseline Uranium Glass Perfume Bottles
Sold for: $1,400
Uranium got an ultra-classy step up with the ornate gilt brass on these perfume bottles. In fact, these bottles are probably as opulent as uranium glass pieces get.
6. Antique Uranium Glass Vases
Sold for: $1,100
These uranium glass vases have a bit of a milky finish, making them more unique than other options. It gives their glow a different, irresistible appearance worthy of their $1,100 price tag.
7. Viking Owl Fairy Lamp Green Vaseline Uranium Glass
Sold for: $995
Viking is one of the most notorious names in glass, and their uranium forays are no slouch. This owl lamp is one of collectors’ most sought-after pieces, fetching nearly $1,000 at auction.
8. Vaseline Green Cut Glass Knife Rests
Sold for: $1,100
While there are tons of grandiose uranium glass pieces to explore, quaint options like these knife rests can also reach selling prices north of $1,000.
9. Sterling Silver Uranium Glass Harp Decanters
Sold for: $950
Since uranium glass is inherently eclectic, it lends itself to creative liberties, like transforming a regular decanter into a harp-shaped piece worth nearly $1,000.
10. Westmoreland Uranium Glass French Bulldog
Sold for: $950
A cute little Frenchy! Except this one doesn’t bark, shed, or nip at your ankles. It glows instead!
11. Vintage Jack in the Pulpit Uranium Glass Vase
Sold for: $750
This Jack in the Pulpit vase welcomes a bit of pinkish red to the mix, and gives that breathtaking blown glass form that collectors go ga-ga for.