Colorless and high-quality, crystal glass graces the shelves of many homes, its unique and delicate lines lending it to many different uses both functional and decorative. Crystal glass derives from rock crystal and is distinguishable by hand or machine cut facets; but the average person on the street can quickly recognize crystal glass by its superior sparkle power. Its no wonder that crystal glass has enjoyed such popularity throughout the centuries.
Crystal glass can be distinguished from traditional glassware by its lead content and weight. Experts define crystal glass by the percentage of lead it contains. Industry standards offer a guideline pertaining to crystal lead content; those pieces that contain thirty-percent or more of lead are considered to be full lead crystal; a piece that contains less than twenty-four percent lead is considered crystal glass; any lead content in between is referred to as lead crystal.
The lead content – while making crystal glass a heavier, sturdier weight – also makes the material softer than traditional glass. Subsequently, crystal glass is soft enough to cut into varying angles and patterns.
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