Vintage lead crystal wine glass set Kalharinen Hütte

A refined set of vintage wine glasses crafted from high-quality lead crystal, each piece retaining its original label “Kalharinen Hütte – Echt Bleikristall über 24%”, confirming authentic European manufacture and premium material composition. The deeply cut geometric pattern enhances light refraction, giving the glasses a brilliant sparkle and a distinctly classic look associated with traditional crystal craftsmanship.

Kalharinen Hütte was part of the Central European glassmaking tradition (primarily German-speaking regions), where glassworks known as “Hütte” specialized in producing high-quality crystalware throughout the 20th century. Such factories were valued for precise hand-finishing, clarity of glass, and rich cutting techniques. The marking “über 24% lead crystal” means the glass contains more than 24% lead oxide — a key indicator of true crystal. For a buyer, this translates into higher brilliance, greater weight, a clearer ringing tone, and superior light dispersion compared to regular glass. Your glasses stand out for their sharp cut pattern, clarity, and well-preserved condition with original factory labels — a feature increasingly rare and desirable among collectors.

This set is ideal for elegant table settings, vintage-inspired interiors, or as a collectible example of European crystal production, combining aesthetic appeal with material quality.

Dimensions: Height- 17 cm (6.7 in), Diameter- 7 cm (2.76 in), Capacity- 200 ml