Saint-Louis - Drinking service (6) - GOLD THISTLE NEW wine glasses - .999 (24 kt) gold, Crystal

Set of 6 large colored wine glasses in 24K gold from the famous French glassware Saint-Louis.
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Saint-Louis is the oldest glassworks in Europe and probably in the world. Throughout their rich history, they have repeatedly served as suppliers to the most prestigious royal courts in Europe and far beyond.
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Emblem of the city of Nancy in France, the chardon (French for “Thistle”) was the original inspiration for a service first created in 1908. In 1913, the name was anglicized, becoming Thistle. Since then it has shone nobly on the largest tables. Venetian-style stripes, beveled cuts and a 24-karat gold decoration adorn its parison. Thistle: Over 100 years old and sharper than ever.
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Thistle was born in 1913 from the inspiration of the Chardon service created in 1909. In 1913, the name anglicized to become Thistle, the service resumes its heritage through its name and the vegetal motif of its frieze engraved and decorated in pure gold. Since then it has shone on the most beautiful tables.
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The thistle was the inspiration for the design of this service, created for the Nancy exhibition of 1909, at the height of Art Nouveau. Chardon, in reference to Nancy's coat of arms, was presented with the city's motto: "Qui s'y frotte s'y pique" ("He who rubs it, stings it") . Subsequently, following the Entente Cordiale, Chardon became Cardo and shone on the most beautiful tables. The thistle has been around for 110 years and has been adorned in gold and platinum from the 1970s onwards.
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All glasses bear the Saint Louis mark/stamp at the base of the glass.
All glasses are like new.
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Colors:
• 2 Red
• 2 Green
• 2 Purple
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Measures;
Height: 21 cm
Diameter: 8cm
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