Specifications
| Style | Sapphire Veil |
| Materials | Hand-cut crystal glass |
| Capacity | 9.8 fl oz / 290 ml |
| weight | 11.3 oz / 320 g |
| Rim Diameter | 3.62 in / 92 mm |
| Height | 3.74 in / 95 mm |
| Recommended Use | Whiskey, bourbon, cocktails, gifting, home bar display |
| Care | Hand wash recommended. Do not pour boiling water. Avoid dishwasher use and sudden temperature changes. |
Sapphire Veil Whiskey Glass – Hand-Cut Crystal Tumbler
$109
The Sapphire Veil Whiskey Glass is a sophisticated crystal tumbler defined by deep blue accents, flowing hand-cut lines, and a luminous layered structure.
Description
The Sapphire Veil Edo Kiriko Whiskey Glass is a sophisticated crystal tumbler defined by deep blue accents, flowing hand-cut lines, and a luminous layered structure.
Its design features sweeping veil-like facets that curve across the glass, framing dense starburst and lattice textures beneath. The sapphire blue crystal sections add depth and contrast, while the clear cut surfaces create a bright, reflective brilliance from every angle. The result is a glass that feels graceful, architectural, and distinctly collectible.
With a 9.8 fl oz capacity and a balanced 11.3 oz weight, this tumbler is ideal for whiskey, bourbon, cocktails, or refined home bar display. Its wider rim and sculptural cutwork also make it suitable for gifting, especially for buyers looking for a handcrafted crystal piece with strong visual presence.
Each glass is individually hand-cut, so slight variations may appear between pieces. These subtle differences are part of the character of handcrafted crystal glass and make every piece unique.
The Craft, in Four Steps
Design Drafting
Each pattern is drawn by hand, mapping how light will travel through every facet.
Initial Cutting
Diamond wheels carve the primary facets. One wrong angle and the piece is lost.
Fine Adjustment
Each facet is refined by hand. Depth, edge, angle - adjusted until geometry becomes art.
Final Polishing
Progressive abrasives bring out optical clarity. Light passes through without distortion.
Why Optical-Grade Crystal?
Our crystal isn't just "glass." It's optical-grade borosilicate - the same material used in telescope lenses and camera prisms, chosen for its extraordinary clarity and precision.
When we set out to make the perfect whiskey glass, we didn't start with tradition. We started with a question: What if the same crystal that helps us see the stars could hold the amber glow of your favorite whiskey?
The result is a glass with >92% light transmission - higher than traditional lead crystal - and a hardness that allows for incredibly precise hand-cut facets. It's lighter than lead crystal, yet more durable and chemically stable.
This isn't a cheaper alternative to crystal. It's a better one.
| Attribute | Optical Crystal (ours) | Lead Crystal | Ordinary Glass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Transmission | >92% | >90% | ~85% |
| Refractive Index | High | High | Low |
| Lead Content | Lead-free | 24%+ | 0% |
| Weight | Lighter | Heavier | Light |
| Cut Precision | Excellent | Good | Poor |
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