Set of 5 Vintage ATLANTIS BLOCK Full Lead Crystal Tall Cordial Glasses

Vintage ATLANTIS BLOCK Hand Made Full Lead Cut Crystal Tall Cordial Glasses. They have a rectangular column stem with a narrow front leading to "rays / "palm fronds" on the bowls' front and on the wide side clear arches. These elegant glasses would provide host(esses) just the right touch of luxury to end a meal and make it a special occasion to be remembered by family and guests. These vintage glasses will become your family's heirlooms. Sold only as Set of 5 The first crystal pieces from the prestigious firm Atlantis were made in the town of Alcobaça, Portugal, in 1972. In the early 1970s, it began to produce high-quality handmade glass with the help of molds and blow rods, following the old practices of knowledgeable and experienced craftsmen. Atlantis crystal stands out for its beauty, weight, brilliance, transparency and durability, and their pieces are coveted around the world. The brand’s luxurious products are executed with great skill—using sand, lead oxide, sodium, potassium and borax, among other materials. It is a painstakingly stressful process with temperatures that can reach up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit.The experienced artisans use tools and molds to shape their beautiful pieces.The experience and know-how of the craftsmen determine the thickness of each piece, which varies depending on the force of the blow used to create them. Atlantis is known for its tight quality control.