{"product_id":"crown-artglass-harlequin-pastel-stem-dessert-coupes-set-of-6-original-box-circa-1960s-1970s-made-in-australia","title":"Crown Artglass Harlequin Pastel Stem Dessert Coupes, Set of 6, Original Box, circa 1960s–1970s, Made in Australia","description":"\u003cp\u003ePost-war Australian entertaining had a particular genius for colour, and the harlequin set was its most practical expression. Six guests, six glasses, six different pastel stems — amber, steel blue, blush pink, crystal clear, peach, and amethyst — so that nobody at a crowded table ever lost track of their drink. It sounds simple, but the execution here is anything but. The multi-faceted panelled stems were engineered to catch candlelight and make the coloured glass glow, and in a warm room with a full table they do exactly that. Crown Artglass of Waterloo, Sydney, made these under the catalog code 6-H122, and finding a complete set of six with all original stems intact inside the original branded presentation sleeve is genuinely uncommon. Most sets lost their box decades ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are dual-purpose coupes: wide enough for ice cream, parfait, fruit salad, or chocolate mousse, and perfectly proportioned for sparkling wine, prosecco, or a retro cocktail. The clear glass bowls have excellent clarity throughout. A considered addition to a Crown Crystal or Australian glass collection, and a set that will actually get used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crown Crystal Glass Company \/ Crown Artglass, Waterloo, Sydney, Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\/Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-H122\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harlequin — six clear bowls on six differently coloured pastel stems (amber, steel blue, blush pink, crystal, peach, amethyst)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1960s–1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5cm per glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpening diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9cm per glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 811g (including original box)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox marking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crown Artglass gold shield logo on acetate window; Made in Australia on base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition. All six clear glass bowls are bright and clear with no fogging, internal water staining, or cracks. Rims are completely smooth. The coloured stems are all intact and vivid. Minor micro-roughness on the sharp edges of the geometric stem corners is present on some glasses — this is mould flash, a natural characteristic of Australian pressed glass from this era caused by molten glass seeping into the seams between mould segments during pressing. It is a manufacturing trait, not post-factory damage, and is expected and accepted by collectors of Australian pressed glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue and marigold coupes each present minor manufacturing inclusions — small stones (unmelted batch material) within the glass body, visible on close inspection but smooth to the touch. These are inherent to the production process and are not surface damage or post-manufacture deterioration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original presentation box and dividers are structurally sound; the cardboard shows honest cosmetic storage wear and some softening at the corners consistent with age. The acetate window has a small tear at one corner. The glasses themselves are perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe photographs form part of the condition report — please review all images carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash only in warm water with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Do not soak as they may impact the coloured stems. Do not place in a dishwasher — temperature fluctuations can stress the pressed glass stems and dull the coloured glass over time. Dry immediately with a lint-free cloth to prevent water spotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePostage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is offered with free tracked domestic postage Australia-wide, fully insured for its purchase value. Six coupes are individually wrapped and double-boxed with professional-grade void fill throughout. Any questions about postage or packaging, please get in touch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Timeless Edit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42634987536430,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2808\/9574\/files\/CrownCrystalHarlequinCocktailGlassSet-a.jpg?v=1787108310","url":"https:\/\/jacquifink.com\/products\/crown-artglass-harlequin-pastel-stem-dessert-coupes-set-of-6-original-box-circa-1960s-1970s-made-in-australia","provider":"Jacqui Fink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}