Crystal ornaments shimmer with reflected light and create lovely sparkling decorations for any Christmas tree. To make these ornaments even more precious, companies such as Swarovski and Waterford produce special limited edition crystal ornaments every year. The lead content of crystal allows artisans to cut and engrave ornaments made from this material. It also produces a clear, sparkling ornament.
The following crystal Christmas tree ornaments are a sampling of the beautiful classic and unique Xmas tree decorations available online.
Swarovski Holiday Christmas Tree Ornament
The colorful Swarovski Holiday Christmas Tree Ornament from Crystal-fox.com (pictured below) features a miniature tree created from peridot crystal and decorated with light siam crystals and silver colored accents. A satin ribbon hangs the nearly two-inch tall ornament from a Christmas tree. Alternatively, the tiny tree can stand alone on its base. Price: $85. Free shipping with most online orders.
Waterford Crystal Spire Christmas Ornament
The intricate cuts of the Waterford Crystal Spire Christmas Ornament from Bestcrystal.com, seen in the photo below, make for a sparkling display when the striking ornament hangs from a Christmas tree. The impressive crystal spire measures 3-3/4 inches long and includes a three-inch jeweled ornament hanger and a removable 2009 metal tag. The ornament comes with a special Waterford storage box. Price: $70. Free shipping.
Soffio Crystal Ball Ornaments
For a modern take on crystal Christmas ornaments, see the photo of the Soffio Crystal Ball Ornaments below. Sold at Unicahome.com, the Italian-made round glass balls are hand blown and come in a mixed set of four designs. Price: $20.80. Shipping is $8.50.
Engraved Crystal Ornament
The Personalized Crystal Snowflake Ornament from Personalizationmall.com will demand pride of place on the family Christmas tree. The ornament shows off intricate snowflake pattern cuts on sturdy, 1/4-thick full lead crystal. At three inches in diameter, the snowflake ornament can fit up to four lines of laser engraving. A red satin ribbon tops off the snowflake and a velvet drawstring bag protects the ornament in storage. Price: $26.95. Shipping varies.
LALIQUE Crystal Swallows Ornament
The LALIQUE Christmas Ornament 2009, available at Crystal Classics, features a symmetrical arrangement of the trademark swallows favored by French glass artist Rene Lalique. The ornament is 2-3/4 inches in diameter and features a red ribbon for hanging. Price; $99. Free shipping and free gift wrapping from Crystal Classics.
Caring for Crystal Christmas Ornaments
Before storing crystal ornaments, wipe each one carefully with a lint free cloth and wrap in paper, bubble wrap, or in a container supplied by the ornament’s maker. Avoid stacking other ornaments on top of crystal in storage.
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