Nickel-Plated Blackened Glass Holder With Crystal Glass 250 ml “FSB” Kolchugino Melchior
Description
Nickel-Plated Blackened Tea Glass Holder With Crystal Glass “FSB”
Traditional Russian Tea Glass Holder With FSB Design
This traditional Russian tea glass holder set combines a nickel-plated, blackened metal holder with a 250 ml crystal glass featuring an FSB-themed design.
A Russian tea glass holder is designed to securely support a drinking glass and make it easier to handle when serving hot tea. This type of metal glass holder is strongly associated with traditional Russian tea culture and is also popular as a collectible and decorative item.
The crystal glass included in the set is intended for hot beverages, making the set suitable for serving 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.
The format became particularly recognizable through its use for serving hot tea in glassware, including on Russian trains. The metal holder provides a convenient handle-like structure around the glass while also giving it a distinctive decorative appearance.
Today, these traditional glass holders are used both for tea drinking and as collectible pieces of Russian decorative metalwork.
FSB Design
The design of this tea glass holder features the initials FSB, referring to the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation.
The FSB is a Russian federal security service responsible for counterintelligence, counterterrorism, border security, and other areas of national security.
The emblematic theme makes this piece particularly distinctive among Russian collectible tea glass holders and may appeal to collectors interested in Russian history, military and security symbolism, or official Russian insignia.
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 tea and other hot drinks.
The metal holder provides a convenient way to handle the glass while it contains a hot beverage.
Traditional Russian Tea Serving
This type of glass holder is closely connected with the traditional Russian way of serving tea in a glass.
Use it for black tea, green tea, tea with lemon, or tea served with sugar, honey, preserves, and Russian confectionery.
The combination of a glass, metal holder, and hot tea creates a distinctly traditional Russian tea experience.
A Collectible Russian-Themed Gift
The FSB design gives this set a specific historical and institutional character.
It may be of interest to collectors of:
- Russian memorabilia;
- traditional tea glass holders;
- Russian decorative metalwork;
- historical and institutional symbols;
- Russian-themed gifts.
It can also serve as a distinctive decorative piece when displayed as part of a collection.
About Kolchugino Melchior
Kolchugino is known for Russian metal tableware, tea glass holders, and decorative metal products.
Nickel-plated and blackened finishes are commonly used to emphasize decorative details and create contrast on the metal surface.
Product Format
The set includes:
- 1 nickel-plated blackened metal tea glass holder;
- 1 crystal glass;
- glass capacity: 250 ml (8.45 fl oz);
- FSB-themed design.
The crystal glass is intended for hot beverages.
Product Information
Product: Nickel-Plated Blackened Tea Glass Holder With Crystal Glass “FSB”
Manufacturer: Kolchugino Melchior
Glass Capacity: 250 ml (8.45 fl oz)
Materials: Nickel-plated metal holder and crystal glass
Design: FSB
SKU: С7408/29
UPC: 2000000002910
Serving Suggestions
Use the set for:
- black tea;
- green tea;
- tea with lemon;
- tea with sugar or honey;
- tea served 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 FSB design represent?
FSB refers to the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation.
What is a Russian tea glass holder?
It is a traditional metal holder designed to support a drinking glass, particularly when serving hot tea.
What is the capacity of the glass?
The crystal glass holds 250 ml (8.45 fl oz).
Can it be used for tea?
Yes. It is designed for use with hot beverages, including traditional Russian tea.
Is it suitable for collectors?
Yes. The FSB design gives this set a distinctive Russian institutional and historical theme that may appeal to collectors of Russian memorabilia and decorative tea accessories.