Wine Glasses: Cristal d'Arques-Durand Diamant, Faceted Stem, Set of 2, France, Vintage 1965

A pair of Cristal d'Arques-Durand Diamant wine glasses with cut bowls and faceted stems. They are bright and clear, and ready for a dinner party. Maker: Cristal d'Arques-Durand Pattern: Diamant Quantity: Set of 2 Materials: Crystal Dimensions: 6.75 inches Tall, 3.1 inches in Diameter (top opening) Origin: France Era: Vintage 1965–2008 (produced for over 40 years; exact year of manufacture unknown) Condition: Excellent. No chips, cracks, or cloudiness, crystal clear with no flaws. Photographed in diverse lighting to highlight every feature. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final. Each glass holds 8 ounces and has a cut design and a faceted, multisided stem. Diamant was also made with a plain stem, so check the stem when matching an existing set. Photographed in diverse lighting to highlight every feature. A lovely gift for a wine lover, a new homeowner, or anyone building a table setting of French crystal. Verrerie Cristallerie d'Arques began in 1825 as a small glassmaking workshop in Arques, France, and the Durand family took it over in the late 19th century. In 1968, Jacques Durand launched the Cristal d'Arques brand, the first to market lead crystal stemware, with more than 24% lead oxide, made by automatic processes. That made crystal affordable to far more households, and today the company is known as Arc International. Browse our shop for more stemware to round out your collection.