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Skilled artisans produce stained glass, and the process takes time, expensive materials, and patient craftsmanship. As a result, stained glass is much more expensive than typical glass windows.

If you purchase a custom-made stained glass window, the process can take between seven to 10 weeks. Most stained glass windows are done by hand and requires many steps, including designing, cutting, assembling the panel, soldering the glass together, and securing the glass into the pane. Artists also have to account for drying times during the process to ensure everything cures and your artwork stays in place for years to come.

In order to determine if stained glass windows are vintage, you may have to research the history of the house where the pane was first installed. Panes may also feature a style specific to a particular historical era, such as a Victorian style, art deco style, or art nouveau style.