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OPTICAL CRYSTAL
24% FULL LEAD CRYSTAL
Product Descriptions
Optical crystal
Optical Crystal, as clear and as flawless as used in binoculars and camera lenses, represents the ultimate expression of excellence. Optical Crystal is manufactured in large sheets up to 4" thick , and while still molten, is subjected to tremendous pressure to ensure no bubbles, ow lines or other distortions.
Optical Crystial is 100% Lead Free and extremely hard. It is the hardness that provides the basis for the brilliant cuts and bevels, as well as the ultra high polished surfaces. Each piece of Optical Crystal is hand polished and beveled. What an ideal way to recognize achievement and express appreciation.
24% lead crystal
Most necrystalcontainsleadoxide.Althoughsomemanufacturersclaimupto30%leadcontent,24%istheoptimum percentage of colour, weight and hardness, while still ensuring clarity, sparkle and brilliance.
24% Lead Crystal, with its exceptionally high perceived value, has been sought after and treasured for generations, and remains a status symbol even today.
lead Free crystalline
Lead does not leach from Lead Crystal products, and has passed the stringent safety tests of the FDA. More and more manufacturers have begun substituting Zinc Oxide, and some have even managed to eliminate all metals, and still retain the brilliance in colour, weight and clarity.
Please look for the “Lead Free" logo. This is your assurance that these products meet the high standards, but are completely Lead free.
starFire crystal
Star re Crystal is lead free, and also has low iron content. The removal of this pigmentation results in a product that is equal in clarity to all but the nest optically clear crystal.
Star re Crystal is manufactured in varying thicknesses up to 3/4". Due to the extreme clarity of Star re Crystal, the highly polished bevels and edges create a beautiful re ects, with a slight blue sparkle.
Jade crystal
The iron ore content is the silica sand used to produce Jade Crystal results in the distinctive green tint which has become so popular in the trophy industry. Jade Crystal is very hard, facilitating steep bevels and capable of being nished to a very high polish level.
Jade Crystal is manufactured in varying thicknesses up to 3/4". The thicker the piece, the more distinctive the green tint, especially when viewed from the edge. The contrast of colour created by Deep Etching has made Jade Crystal a very popular choice for Award and Recognition pieces.
deFects in material and wOrkmanship will be cOrrected withOut charge...
However, please be aware that even in the finest crystal, minor variations in clarity and colour can occur. Occasional air bubbles, chill marks or ow lines are inevitable, especially in molded or blown crystal products. In order to obtain the optimum nish, extra polishing may be necessary, which may cause variation in size. These minor variations in size, quality, color and clarity are not considered defects.
Genuine Marble is becoming increasingly popular for Awards and Gift items. Marble is a natural product, with no two pieces identical. Some veining is inevitable, which adds to the natural look and beauty. The veins in Marble are not considered defects.
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