Mid-Century Racing Barware | Libbey Safedge Jockey Club Series
Collector’s Note
Produced during the mid-20th century, Libbey’s Safedge glassware combined durability with bold, graphic design—making it a staple of American bars and home entertaining. These jockey club glasses celebrate iconic racetracks with stylized horses, colorful silks, and grandstand scenes, capturing the energy and spectacle of the sport during its golden age. Today, they are collected for their distinctive artwork, nostalgic appeal, and versatility as both display pieces and functional barware.
Celebrate the golden age of American horse racing with this collection of Libbey Safedge Jockey Club glasses, each representing a legendary racetrack—Pimlico, Saratoga, and Suffolk Downs.
Crafted in the mid-20th century, these glasses feature bold, graphic jockey illustrations paired with colorful racetrack scenes on the reverse. Each design includes the track name in white script along the base, along with a uniquely dressed jockey and numbered saddle cloth—capturing the character and tradition of each venue.
Durable Safedge rims and vibrant enamel graphics make these equally suited for display or use, whether you’re building a collection or setting the bar for your next Derby gathering. Sold individually.
Pimlico
- Jockey in a yellow jacket, riding horse #7
- Reverse side features a vivid racetrack grandstand illustration
Saratoga
- Jockey in red, riding horse #6
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Reverse decorated with the iconic Saratoga track atmosphere
Suffolk Downs
- Jockey in red silks, riding horse #5
- Colorful crowd and stands on the reverse
Entertaining & Display
Perfect for Derby parties and race-day gatherings, these glasses can be mixed with Kentucky Derby mint julep glasses for a layered, collected look. Set out multiple tracks for guests to choose their favorite, or display them together for a colorful mid-century barware vignette.
All glasses are in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or clouding. Graphics remain bright and intact, and Safedge rims are smooth and well-preserved. We recommend hand washing only to protect the original decoration.
Pair these with our Kentucky Derby Glasses & Racing Collectibles to create a dynamic and memorable race party or tailgate table. Browse our racing collectibles for additional glassware, vintage décor, and entertaining pieces that celebrate the spirit and tradition of American horse racing.
