The Sparkle of Real Lead Crystal

I keep finding such beautiful crystal decanters at the GW.  I think it is strange that all of a sudden every few days there is another pretty expensive Lead Crystal Decanter on the shelf at Goodwill.  I would think that they all came from the same donation and they somehow don’t get them all out at the same time.  I can’t imagine that this many different people are suddenly donating decanters.  I really think it was someone’s collection, and now they are mind. Yip-Skip, good for me!!!!!

This was my latest find the same day that I found the Bouillette Lamp.  I definitely knew I had discovered gold with both.

Now this is a great price but it was 25% off day, so I got it for $7.49.  At least they are beginning to realize the value of these pieces a little since a couple of the others I found were only priced at $2.99.

I always think the stoppers on these decanters are just as pretty as the bottoms.  Fabulous cutwork and detail, plus so heavy.

Tons of cutwork on the sides and look at the really heavy base.  No way this is going to tip over.

Pretty, pretty, pretty.

With so many of them now, I really had to create a new vignette showcasing them.  I thought a centerpiece for the dining room buffet was a great place.

Silver goblets on a lovely tray on one side looks so pretty with the light shining on it.

 My silver candelabra and revere bowl filled with fruit balance off the other side.

 The stars of the show are all these pretty decanters arranged on a silver tray and the light dancing off every facet of their cutwork.

Another shot trying to capture the rainbow of colors dancing off the facets of the crystal.  My camera just didn’t pick it up, but it is totally stunning.

If I find any more I am going to have to get a bigger tray.  (Maybe a couple in the bathroom for mouthwash or bubble bath.  That would be pretty.)

Do multiples of things keep popping up when you are out shopping too?

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