Federal Gold Stemware Appraisal

Lenox Federal Gold Stemware Collection, Service for 8

This is a comprehensive 16-piece set of Lenox stemware, categorized by the 'Federal Gold' pattern, designed for a full service of eight people. The set includes eight red wine glasses and eight white wine glasses. Each piece is crafted from fine lead crystal, characterized by high clarity and a distinct ringing tone when tapped. The design features a classic rounded bowl with a clean, unadorned silhouette that transitions into a slender, elongated stem and a wide, stable circular base. The defining aesthetic element is the thick, hand-applied band of 24-karat gold lusters along the rim of each glass, which provides a luxurious contrast to the transparent crystal. The red wine glasses feature a larger, wider bowl to facilitate aeration, while the white wine glasses possess a more tapered, upright bowl to preserve chilled temperatures. Based on the provided image, the glasses appear to be in excellent used condition with no visible chips or cracks. The gold gilding shows high reflectivity, suggesting minimal wear from dishwashing or abrasive handling. Lenox is an American brand synonymous with presidential-quality tableware, and this specific style reflects a timeless Mid-Century Modern to Contemporary elegance. The craftsmanship is evident in the seamless transition between the bowl and stem, a hallmark of quality glassblowing.