Specialty Beer Glass Appraisal

Grimbergen Phoenix Logo Beer Goblet

This item is a Grimbergen branded beer goblet, commonly known as a chalice or specific beer glass, designed for serving Belgian abbey ales. It is crafted from clear, colorless glass, exhibiting a classic stemmed design with a wide, open bowl atop a sturdy stem and circular base. The rim of the glass is adorned with a thin, decorative band of gold, which shows some minor wear or fading in areas, suggesting light to moderate use or handling. The most prominent feature is the Grimbergen logo, centrally located on the bowl, rendered in a warm golden-yellow color. The logo depicts a stylized phoenix rising from flames, with the word "GRIMBERGEN" emblazoned across a curvilinear banner below the phoenix. Below the banner, the number "1128" is visible, referencing the founding year of the Grimbergen Abbey. There are also smaller, finer text details such as "PHOENIX" above the main logo and other indiscernible text. On the opposite side of the glass, some etched or printed markings are visible, including what appears to be a CE mark and capacity indications like "cl 25" or "cl 08", suggesting a capacity of 25 centiliters or 8 centiliters, common for European pint glasses. The glass shows overall good condition with no visible chips, cracks, or significant abrasions. There might be some minor surface scratches consistent with normal use and cleaning, but these are not clearly discernible in the provided image. The craftsmanship appears to be standard for mass-produced brewery glassware, focusing on function and brand representation rather than artisanal uniqueness. The stem and base are solid and appear to provide good stability. Given the branding and style, it is likely a modern production, consistent with promotional brewery glassware from the late 20th or early 21st century.