Description

Nickel-Plated Blackened Tea Glass Holder With Crystal Glass “Drawbridges” 

Traditional Russian Tea Glass Holder With Saint Petersburg Drawbridges Design

This traditional Russian tea glass holder set combines a nickel-plated, blackened metal holder with a 250 ml crystal glass featuring the iconic drawbridges of Saint Petersburg.

The tea glass holder is a distinctive part of traditional Russian tea culture. Its metal frame securely supports the glass and makes it more comfortable to hold when serving hot tea.

The crystal glass included in the set is intended for hot beverages, making it suitable for traditional Russian tea and other hot drinks.

What Is A Russian Tea Glass Holder?

A Russian tea glass holder is a metal frame designed to hold a drinking glass securely.

This style became particularly associated with serving hot tea in glassware, including on Russian trains. The holder provides a convenient grip around the glass while also giving the traditional tea service a distinctive decorative appearance.

Today, Russian tea glass holders are used at home and collected as examples of Russian decorative metalwork.

Saint Petersburg Drawbridges

The design features the drawbridges of Saint Petersburg, one of the city's most recognizable images.

Saint Petersburg is famous for its numerous rivers and canals and for the spectacular drawbridges that open at night to allow ships to pass along the Neva River and connected waterways.

The raised bridges against the evening or night sky have become an iconic image of Saint Petersburg and an important part of the city's character.

The architectural theme gives this tea glass holder a strong connection to Saint Petersburg and makes it particularly appealing to those who appreciate the city's history, architecture, and atmosphere.

Crystal Glass For Hot Beverages

The set includes a 250 ml crystal glass designed to fit inside the metal holder.

The crystal glass is intended for hot beverages, making it suitable for traditional tea and other hot drinks.

The metal holder surrounds the glass and provides a convenient way to hold it while enjoying a hot beverage.

A Traditional Russian Tea Experience

This type of tea glass holder is closely associated with the traditional Russian way of serving tea in a glass.

Use the set for black tea, green tea, tea with lemon, sugar, honey, preserves, or Russian confectionery.

The combination of a crystal glass, decorative metal holder, and hot tea creates a classic Russian tea-table atmosphere.

A Saint Petersburg-Themed Gift

The drawbridges design makes this set a distinctive gift for people interested in:

• Saint Petersburg;
• Russian architecture;
• Russian history;
• the Neva River;
• traditional Russian tea drinking;
• Russian souvenirs;
• collectible tea glass holders.

It can be a memorable keepsake for someone who has visited Saint Petersburg or has a special connection to the city.

About Kolchugino Melchior

Kolchugino is known for Russian metal tableware, tea glass holders, and decorative metal products.

Nickel-plated and blackened finishes help emphasize the architectural details and decorative relief of the design.

Product Format

The set includes:

• 1 nickel-plated blackened metal tea glass holder;
• 1 crystal glass;
• glass capacity: 250 ml (8.45 fl oz);
• Saint Petersburg drawbridges design.

The crystal glass is intended for hot beverages.

Product Information

Product: Nickel-Plated Blackened Tea Glass Holder With Crystal Glass “Drawbridges”
Manufacturer: Kolchugino Melchior
Glass Capacity: 250 ml (8.45 fl oz)
Materials: Nickel-plated metal holder and crystal glass
Design: Saint Petersburg Drawbridges
SKU: С7408/4
UPC: 2000000002187

Serving Suggestions

Use the set for:

• black tea;
• green tea;
• tea with lemon;
• tea with sugar or honey;
• tea with preserves;
• Russian candies and confectionery.

The crystal glass is intended for hot beverages, while the metal holder makes the glass more comfortable to hold.

Care And Handling

Handle the crystal glass carefully and follow the manufacturer's care recommendations.

Avoid sudden temperature changes to the glass.

After washing, dry the metal holder thoroughly to help maintain its decorative finish.

Shipping Information

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the set?
The set includes a nickel-plated blackened metal tea glass holder and a 250 ml crystal glass.

Is the crystal glass intended for hot beverages?
Yes. The crystal glass included in the set is intended for hot beverages.

What does the “Drawbridges” design depict?
The design features the famous drawbridges of Saint Petersburg, which open to allow ships to pass along the city's waterways.

Why are Saint Petersburg's drawbridges famous?
The city is built around rivers and canals, and its large drawbridges are raised at night as part of the navigation system. They have also become one of the city's most recognizable visual symbols.

What is the capacity of the glass?
The crystal glass holds 250 ml (8.45 fl oz).

Can this set be used for tea?
Yes. It is designed for hot beverages, including traditional Russian tea.

Is it suitable as a gift?
Yes. The Saint Petersburg drawbridges theme makes it a distinctive Russian-themed gift for people interested in the city's architecture, history, and culture.

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