Set of Four Cobalt Blue Stemmed Wine Glasses

This is a set of four contemporary-style wine glasses featuring a distinctive bi-color construction. Each glass is composed of a clear transparent bowl with a rounded, balloon-like profile, tapering down into a unique stem. The stem is the primary design feature, utilizing a deep cobalt blue glass core encased within a clear glass exterior that twists or tapers subtly as it connects to the bowl. The base is a simple, flat clear glass disc. Based on the aesthetic, these appear to be glass-blown or mold-blown pieces typical of late 20th-century or early 21st-century modern glassware, similar in style to Mikasa 'Electric Blue' or various Murano-inspired commercial lines. The glass appears to have a medium weight and clarity. Regarding condition, the items show a slight surface hazing or 'clouding,' which may be indicative of hard water deposits from a dishwasher or 'glass sickness' (instability in the glass composition), which can affect value. No significant chips, cracks, or deep scratches are immediately visible in the provided image. There are no prominent maker’s marks or signatures visible on the bases from this angle, suggesting they may have originally had paper or plastic labels. The craftsmanship shows consistent proportions across the set, indicating professional manufacturing.

After a visual examination of this set of four wine glasses, I have assessed them as contemporary, commercial-grade stemware, likely produced in the late 20th to early 21st century. The design, featuring a clear balloon bowl and a cobalt blue core stem, is consistent with mass-market lines such as Mikasa or Libbey. While the craftsmanship is professional and consistent, the lack of a permanent maker's mark suggests these were intended for the retail department store market rather than being artisanal or high-end studio glass. A significant factor impacting my valuation is the visible 'clouding' or surface hazing. If this residue is due to hard water deposits, it may be reversible; however, if it is 'glass sickness'—a permanent chemical leaching of the glass—the value is significantly diminished. The current market for mid-range, colored stemware is saturated, with high availability on secondary platforms like eBay and Etsy. Comparables for similar unbranded cobalt-stemmed sets typically realize between $10 and $15 per stem in excellent condition. Because this appraisal is based on a digital image, I cannot verify the presence of micro-chips along the rim or the exact weight and 'ring' of the glass, which would indicate lead crystal content versus standard soda-lime glass. To provide a definitive authentication, an in-person inspection would be required to check for acid-etched marks on the base and to determine if the clouding is permanent damage. No formal provenance was provided, further indicating these are decorative household items rather than investment-grade collectibles.