Veritable Crystals

Why do we use crystals? Because they have such individuality; they are works of art, not just vessels. The technology was invented thousands of years ago to allow for decoration, to shine, and to impress.

The high mineral content adds strength, allowing for greater delicacy, particularly important with wine glasses, where thinner walls and rims improve the tasting experience. These minerals also heighten its refractive properties and lower the working temperature, allowing for intricate decoration to deliver beautiful diamond-like sparkling effects.

These handcrafted clear crystal pieces may be the hardest to make, but the skilled artisans who create Veritable products are the finest of their kind.

The quality of crystals can be felt and heard as well. The lead content means they are heavier than traditional glasses. The unique bell-like ‘ping’ and gentle vibration when two glasses strike is a sound of luxury.

Lead content adds further qualities to crystal glassware – durability, clarity and brilliance. In industry, lead has toxic connotations, and consequently, there have been concerns whether alcohol and acids can leach particles from crystal containers and be potentially absorbed by us. Experts say it is absolutely safe to drink from crystal glassware. We think so too, however, as a precaution, we do not recommend storing alcohol in crystal containers for longer periods. Decanting wine to crystal decanters for a dinner, or sipping whisky from crystal tumblers over a long night is perfectly fine.

Some of our products are made using crystallite – a lead-free glass. Each product description specifies whether it is crystal or crystallite – you can also use the search box to search for either term.