Presented for your consideration is a classic brilliant cut crystal vase with all the sparkle anyone would desire. Cut into the sides are rows of hypotrochoid stars and Xs separated by vertical bars. The upper edge has been cut with a sawtooth design. The base has a ring of coffee bean sized dots cut into it and the bottom has been adorned with a large star. This heavy full lead (24% PbO) crystal vase is a vintage German piece manufactured by the VEB Glaswerk Olbernhau, Olbernhau, Saxony, Germany.
Olbernhau is located right on the Czech border and was part of Bohemia. The pattern is referred to as " Paris " here in Germany and " Queens Lace " in English-speaking countries, but both are generic names coined by collectors. It is in excellent condition. There are no nicks, dings, scratches, chips nor repairs. Diameter rim: 4 3/4 inches. Diameter base: 2 1/4 inches.Weight: 2 pounds, 4.2 ounces. Please be assured that I will pack this piece with the utmost of care in tissue paper and bubble wrap to make sure that it arrives safely in your home. And been scouring the flea markets for over 30 years. I have been mailing packages internationally for longer than that.
Beautiful piece of German crystal is sure to please. The item "Sparkling BRILLIANT QUEENS LACE CUT Vase 24% PbO LEAD CRYSTAL Olbernhau GERMANY" is in sale since Saturday, April 02, 2016. This item is in the category "Pottery & Glass\Glass\Glassware\Elegant\Other Elegant Glassware". The seller is "europeanvintagecrystal" and is located in Berlin. This item can be shipped worldwide.