Heavy Disc-Shaped Lead Crystal Decanter with Star Cut & Stopper, 20.5 cm – Vintage Whiskey Decanter 1960s/70s

A heavy whiskey decanter of cut lead crystal in a flat disc or canteen shape – with deep star cutting, vertical fluting on the sides and the original faceted crystal stopper in the ground neck.

Effect

The crystal breaks the light into countless small sparks – filled with whiskey or cognac, the decanter glows amber on any bar cart.

Details & Condition

• Material: heavy cut lead crystal
• Total height with stopper: approx. 20.5 cm / 8.1 in
• Width: approx. 15.5 cm / 6.1 in
• Stopper height: approx. 8.5 cm / 3.3 in
• Date: 1960s–1970s
• Maker: unknown, unmarked
• Condition: excellent; crisp cut edges, clear glass, minimal shelf wear on the base

Who It's For

For whiskey and cognac lovers, home bar enthusiasts and friends of Mid-Century barware – an elegant Christmas gift.

Care

Wash by hand in lukewarm water; not dishwasher safe. Do not store drinks in lead crystal for long periods.

At the scouts' flea market in Zwettl the decanter stood among juice jugs and vases – and when the sun hit the star cut, the whole table glittered.

Light, cut into crystal — Things with Soul · VintageAustriaShop