Is Prague known for crystal?

Is Prague known for crystal?

Bohemia Crystal is a well-known export of the Czech Republic. Visitors can tour a glass factory to see it being made, or simply purchase glass products at one of the glass shops in Prague.

Does Czech crystal have lead?

The Bohemia brand represents affordable luxury, quality, sophistication and elegance. Our distinctive lines include 24% lead crystal, lead crystal, crystalline and glass ranges including stemware, tumblers, vases, bowls and giftware which are designed to enhance any setting.

Is Waterford Crystal still made?

Most Waterford crystal is now produced outside Ireland in countries such as Slovenia, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Germany. Waterford produces many patterns of lead crystal stemware, including lines such as Adare, Alana, Colleen, Kincora, Lismore, Maeve, Tramore, and many others.

Where to buy the best crystal in Prague?

Located directly across from the world famous Astronomical Clock, Erpet Bohemia Crystal is a crystal megastore in the center of Prague. After viewing the hourly chime, pop into this massive store and purchase a little something for you and your family to cherish for generations to come.

What are the best glass factories to visit in Prague?

The Bohemia glass factory is a must see and their factory tour is worth an experience. You get to see how crystal glass items are manufactured and rendered various shapes. Their shop is also beautiful with lots to buy if you have the budget. Suggest edits to improve what we show. Cesky Krumlov: Full day tour from Prague and back.

Why choose Crystalite Bohemia Glassworks?

Founded in 1967 as a consortium of Bohemia glass companies in the Českomoravská Vysočina area, Crystalite Bohemia Glassworks is sold all over the world and enjoys well-deserved brand success due to the high quality of the glass products designed and produced at the factory.

What is the best Czech glass company?

The companies that continue to wow us are the world renowned Moser, established by Ludwig Moser in 1857 and still considered one of the best Czech glass producers and Swarovski, famous for high end crystal glamour.