King Charles III Coronation Crystal Baluster
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In celebration of the Coronation of King Charles lll on 6th May 2023, the highly talented team of artisans at Cumbria Crystal have crafted a limited-edition hand blown, hand cut and gold gilded crystal baluster.
- Hand-blown by Master Blowers Steve McDougal, Andrew Round and Adele Clark before being hand cut by our Master Cutter Robert Thomson. Each Coronation Crystal Glass passes through the hands of four additional artisans within our small factory prior to gilding.
- Both the King's Royal Cypher and the Coronation Emblem are meticulously engraved by hand by our Master Engraver, Anton Satterthwaite.
- The crystal is then adorned with precious 24 carat gold gilding by one of the few masters of this skill remaining in England.
- It is presented in a luxury box, complete with an authentication letter, confirming the number from the edition.
- This is a limited-edition item and only 50 celebratory balusters will be crafted.
About the Coronation Baluster
Standing at a stunning 22.5cm (8.85 inches) tall this crystal glass is a true work of art and will be admired generation after generation. Hailing from our classic Georgian style Grasmere collection, the historic baluster shape was introduced to our ranges by Lady Grania Cavendish, one of the original founders of Cumbria Crystal, in 1976.
In 1985, Queen Elizabeth ll was gifted a pair of gold gilded Cumbria Balusters on visiting the Cumbria Crystal factory. Naturally, this glass epitomises the essence of regal celebration both then and now, which is why it was chosen to mark such an important event in British history.
The Coronation Crystal Baluster begins its journey as batch; our high quality raw material that, thanks to the skills of our artisans, will transform into an object of beauty. Heated to 1450 degrees centigrade to create liquid lead crystal, a team of three glassblowers work together creating the baluster from six different applications of molten glass. Each one perfectly formed before proceeding to the next stage.
Balusters, distinctive due to their elaborate stems, were first created in England in the 17th Century and represented the epitome of luxury living. The glass's stem is very unique in that it has a decorative bubble of air embedded into it, requiring a series of complex hot glass forming processes during its creation. The inclusion of 'knops' (the decorative forms in the stem) is characteristic of English crystal. Hollow knops were first introduced in the 18th Century after the British government imposed a tax on crystal, due to it being a luxury product, which was calculated in regard to the weight of an item. Being hollow, the weight, and therefore cost, was reduced whilst retaining an outwardly opulent appearance.
The decorative designs on the bowl and stem are hand engraved. This time consuming and complex process takes many hours and uses diamond and sandstone wheels to create a complex fusion of flute, mitre and olive cuts with a highly unusual flat-topped flute cut.
Once the glass is carved and polished it is passed to our Master Engraver, who solely by hand, engraves the intricate detail of the King's Royal Cypher and the Coronation Emblem.
Each glass is then sent to one of the most elite gold gilders in England, located in a small factory in Derbyshire, who again by hand, embellish the crystal with 24 carat gold prior to firing it in a kiln at 420 centigrade.
Whilst many may choose to display their crystal as a work of art, it is a functional glass and if used makes the perfect vessel for the deepest of red wines.
Delivered in a luxury presentation box complete with a letter of authentication within four weeks of placing your order.
Dimensions H:22.5cm; Ø10cm; 420ml
Due to the exclusive nature and limited number of items produced, no promotions, or discounts may be used to purchase the Coronation Baluster.
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Let customers speak for us
We are buying these glasses for our son
Each Christmas and Birthday we add more to his collection. He is delighted with them. Many thanks to all of your team
I was looking for a special glass to have my weekly Martini in and wanted it to feel special . No other place to purchase from than here . Excellent quality , weighty and feels like a special treat drinking from every time . Fantastic product
I’ve had Cumbria Crystal for many years here in Australia! As they get used regularly,… unfortunately sometimes they get damaged… hence replacing them is necessary! Still the best Crystal in the world!
George Woodburn
looking forward to hang this on the tree
Couldn't see what the defects were in any of the glasses. Absolutely stunning glasses. Will be back for more!
The bauble is so beautiful. I'm very happy with them - the look, the feel, the weight, the ribbon and the fact that they are handmade so near to me. They arrived very well packed and in good time too.
Beautiful, high-quality, hand-made product with a good weight to it, definitely not a flimsy machine made mass-produced Argos special.
Great place to visit and see how it's made, too.
I've had these a few weeks now having ordered on-line. I love the weight and feel of these glasses. The style and level of craftsmanship is superb and faultless, add into that the service and communication. I can't recommend Cumbria Crystal enough.
Added to our Grasmere crystal and as always delighted with the design, weight and style of our 2 new whisky glasses. Prompt delivery and good packaging. We'll be back as needed.
Just the weight of these glasses make you appreciate whatever they hold. The feel of the engravings and the sparkle in the cut crystal. They glasses are a joy to use and even to wash up. They make small casual moments something special.
I recently purchased three beautiful items from Cumbria Crystal: the Helvellyn Lidded Preserve Jar, the Summer Tide Champagne Glass, and the Summer Waves Champagne Coupe. Each piece is truly exquisite, with the handcrafted quality that Cumbria Crystal is known for.
The Helvellyn Preserve Jar is perfect for adding elegance to any breakfast or tea setup, and it feels incredibly refined with its detailed design and solid craftsmanship. The Summer Tide Champagne Glasses are equally stunning, with a light, fresh design that really captures the essence of celebratory moments.
One thing that truly impressed me was the service I received when the Summer Waves Champagne Coupe was out of stock. Despite this, Cumbria Crystal went above and beyond, handcrafting my order just for me. I couldn't be happier with the level of care, attention, and quality they delivered. These pieces are more than just glassware—they’re true works of art and a joy to use. Highly recommended!
Our crystal coups are superb, beautifully crafted and a delight to use.
Great day out made easy to do catering for all abilities. Some great memories and the girls loved every minute of it.
Thank you
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Let customers speak for us
We are buying these glasses for our son
Each Christmas and Birthday we add more to his collection. He is delighted with them. Many thanks to all of your team
I was looking for a special glass to have my weekly Martini in and wanted it to feel special . No other place to purchase from than here . Excellent quality , weighty and feels like a special treat drinking from every time . Fantastic product
I’ve had Cumbria Crystal for many years here in Australia! As they get used regularly,… unfortunately sometimes they get damaged… hence replacing them is necessary! Still the best Crystal in the world!
George Woodburn
looking forward to hang this on the tree
Couldn't see what the defects were in any of the glasses. Absolutely stunning glasses. Will be back for more!
The bauble is so beautiful. I'm very happy with them - the look, the feel, the weight, the ribbon and the fact that they are handmade so near to me. They arrived very well packed and in good time too.
Beautiful, high-quality, hand-made product with a good weight to it, definitely not a flimsy machine made mass-produced Argos special.
Great place to visit and see how it's made, too.
I've had these a few weeks now having ordered on-line. I love the weight and feel of these glasses. The style and level of craftsmanship is superb and faultless, add into that the service and communication. I can't recommend Cumbria Crystal enough.
Added to our Grasmere crystal and as always delighted with the design, weight and style of our 2 new whisky glasses. Prompt delivery and good packaging. We'll be back as needed.
Just the weight of these glasses make you appreciate whatever they hold. The feel of the engravings and the sparkle in the cut crystal. They glasses are a joy to use and even to wash up. They make small casual moments something special.
I recently purchased three beautiful items from Cumbria Crystal: the Helvellyn Lidded Preserve Jar, the Summer Tide Champagne Glass, and the Summer Waves Champagne Coupe. Each piece is truly exquisite, with the handcrafted quality that Cumbria Crystal is known for.
The Helvellyn Preserve Jar is perfect for adding elegance to any breakfast or tea setup, and it feels incredibly refined with its detailed design and solid craftsmanship. The Summer Tide Champagne Glasses are equally stunning, with a light, fresh design that really captures the essence of celebratory moments.
One thing that truly impressed me was the service I received when the Summer Waves Champagne Coupe was out of stock. Despite this, Cumbria Crystal went above and beyond, handcrafting my order just for me. I couldn't be happier with the level of care, attention, and quality they delivered. These pieces are more than just glassware—they’re true works of art and a joy to use. Highly recommended!
Our crystal coups are superb, beautifully crafted and a delight to use.
Great day out made easy to do catering for all abilities. Some great memories and the girls loved every minute of it.
Thank you
