Set of 4 antique glasses with silver hakama, 8cm tall

A quiet glow
transforms everyday drinks into special moments.

Product Description:
This is a set of four antique glasses with a profound charm, featuring clear glass combined with silver-toned "hakama" (skirts). At approximately 8cm in height, they are versatile enough for liqueurs, after-dinner drinks, juices, or even morning nutritional drinks. The metal part not only serves as decoration but also provides stability when holding the glass, suggesting they were used in European homes of the era for enjoying "slightly better drinks." The metal part is engraved with a hallmark, proof of sterling silver. When light strikes them, the cuts of the hakama gently emerge through the glass, creating shadows and depth not found in modern mass-produced items. This item is recommended for daily use, as well as for entertaining guests or creating special moments. (R080194)

Specifications:
・Contents: Set of 4 glasses
・Manufacture: UK
・Material: Glass + metal (silver-toned hakama, hallmarked)
・Height: Approx. 8cm
・Condition: Good as an antique item (minor age-related changes due to use)
・Example uses: Liqueur glasses / Juice glasses / Nutritional drinks / Dessert glasses, etc.
　*As these are antique items, the manufacturing date and maker's mark are unknown.

Recommended Points:
・Presence not found in mass-produced items
・The contrast between the gravitas created by the metal hakama and the lightness of the glass is appealing.
・Easy-to-use size
・At 8cm in height, suitable for a wide range of uses from daily to entertaining guests.
・Cohesive set of 4
・Convenient for both home use and as a gift.
・Design with a sense of history
・Glasses that convey the European life of the time, where "utility met beauty."

Special Note:
The combination of glass and metal (especially silver-colored metal and brass) was clearly "in vogue" at the time. Moreover, it wasn't just a temporary fad but a necessity born from the overlap of living culture, technology, and aesthetics. In late 19th to early 20th century Europe, the contrast between "transparency (glass) x weight (metal)" was a symbol of sophistication. This era saw not only the possibility of mass-producing uniform glass but also advancements in metal processing (pressing, casting, plating), making it possible to create stable products by combining different materials. It became possible to achieve expressions beyond "glass only" or "metal only"—in other words, "the times allowed it" even before it became a trend. For people of that time, glass conveyed images of cleanliness, light, and the color of drinks, while metal conveyed gravitas, formality, and a sense of security. This created a clear contrast: transparent vs. opaque, light vs. heavy, delicate vs. robust. This appeared "very modern" at the time. The metal hakama had the effect of making the glass less likely to tip over, preventing the coldness from directly transferring to the hand, and instantly conveying that it was a "good quality item" upon touching it. In the values of the time, the sensation upon touch equaled quality.

*Based on AI research.