Shannon Crystal Cut Lead Crystal Martini Glasses Set
Decorative art, glassware, set of four 4-lead crystal martini glasses • Shannon Crystal, Designs of Ireland, manufactured in the Czech Republic
Style & Movement
Contemporary traditional crystal glassware design
Medium & Technique
Hand-blown and wheel-cut 24% (or greater) lead crystal, polished
Creation Period
Late 20th century to early 21st century (circa 1980s-2000s)
Dimensions & Format
Standard martini glass dimensions, approximately 7 inches in height with a 4.5-inch rim diameter per glass
Subject Description
A set of four clear lead crystal martini glasses featuring clean conical bowls accented with crisp, vertical linear cuts radiating down the bowl, set atop faceted stems and circular footed bases with original manufacturer foil stickers intact.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent. The glasses appear to be in pristine, likely unused condition with original paper/foil stickers still affixed to the bases.
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $80 for the set of four
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50
Provenance History
Acquired directly from retail or gift distribution, preserved by a private owner with original manufacturer identification stickers intact.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of late-20th-century commercial crystal production, combining traditional Bohemian glass-cutting craftsmanship (Czech Republic) with Irish design branding (Shannon Crystal).
Notable Features
Retains all original green and gold diamond-shaped manufacturer stickers reading 'SHANNON CRYSTAL DESIGNS OF IRELAND MADE IN CZECH REPUBLIC' on the bases, confirming pristine secondary market status.
Condition Issues
None observed. No chips, cracks, fleabites, cloudiness, or scratching visible.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only using mild detergent and warm water. Avoid abrasive sponges or harsh dishwasher cycles to prevent scratching and preserve glass clarity and original foil stickers if desired.
Collector Notes
Stickers read Shannon Crystal designs of Ireland made in Czech Republic on 4 lead crystal martini glasses