Collecting antique and rare dessert stands has become popular. Collectible dessert stands can have values as much as thousands of dollars.

 Among the favorite collectibles today are 19th-century dessert stands made of patterned glass, and also simpler un-patterned pieces from the same period. Square dessert stands made in America by Fosteria Glass are also popular with collectors. Another popular collectible dessert stand is the 19th-century ironstone cake stand.