Thrift This Dreamy Vintage Glassware Before It Becomes A Collector's Must-Have

No matter your generation, nostalgia can hit hard with anything from favorite songs to the shows you still watch over and over. That same fondness can easily tiptoe into certain objects that, no matter how simple, seem to hold a special kind of magic. Libby Celestial Mugs are one of those objects that are making a comeback amongst a growing celestial decor trend that is taking over certain corners of home design. For those who grew up in the 90s, you may remember the royal blue mugs with gold star and moon motifs painted on the outside — the ones made popular by the iconic "Friends" television show. Now that dreamy vintage glassware has slowly been taking over social media and online vintage shops, and potentially making its way onto the list of treasured antique items that are dominating current thrifting trends.

You could often see Monica Gellar (played by Courtney Cox) drink from these mugs in her famous apartment, and with the show's enduring popularity, it's no surprise fans have been drawn back to these mugs. They were originally manufactured by Libbey Glass, a company with a history dating all the way back to 1818. While resellers claim that this line of glassware was discontinued in the early 2000s, only to make its way onto thrift store shelves across the country, the mug is now being referred to as a highly sought-after item, evoking a sense of nostalgia for anyone who remembers the 90s, in all its starry wallpaper and moon phase necklace glory.

What has really given Libby celestial mugs a boost in popularity is the number of creators on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok that are embracing the celestial decor trend and finding ways to get the look. While these mugs haven't exactly gone viral yet, they are gaining traction, especially amongst online users who are looking to show off just how you can add a touch of whimsy and vintage charm to your home. Thus, it might just be the perfect time to snag one of your own before these cups get rarer, as even online sellers are catching on to the trend, scooping up what they can find in their favorite vintage and antique shops.

Conduct a quick Google search, and it won't take you long to find various sellers on sites like Etsy and eBay offering Libby Celestial mugs and other glassware from the same collection. The company also made drinking glasses and wine glasses with the same pattern, and true collectors have started gobbling up entire sets. In fact, most of these antique shops are already selling the celestial mugs at a premium price, some starting at $70 for just one mug. While time may be running out, you can still hunt for these at your own thrift shops, garage sales, or local Goodwill to snag one at a discounted price. However, time is definitely of the essence as these are quickly becoming one of those valuable glass items you should be looking for anytime you're shopping second-hand.