AI Appraisal Estimate

This item is a clear crystal-style stemware glass, featuring a faceted bowl with a criss-cross and vertical wedge-cut pattern. The stem is multi-faceted with a central knop, tapering toward a plain circular base. On the base is a gold-toned adhesive label that bears a mark reading 'Crystals MIKASA W. Germany'. This label suggests an attribution to Mikasa, specifically consistent with the 'Park Lane' pattern which gained popularity in the late 20th century. The mention of 'W. Germany' on the label is stylistically consistent with items produced prior to 1990. The glass appears to be in good condition with no visible chips or cracks in the photograph, showing a high level of clarity and light refraction characteristic of lead crystal. Note that because the identification relies on a removable adhesive sticker and stylistic features, it remains a hypothesis subject to in-person verification of etched signatures or glass quality.

Based on the image provided, the item bears a mark on a gold-toned label consistent with Mikasa production in West Germany, specifically the 'Park Lane' pattern. I have assessed this piece under the working hypothesis that it is a lead crystal stemware glass produced prior to 1990. While the glass exhibits a high degree of clarity and refraction characteristic of quality crystal, I cannot verify the specific lead content or the permanence of the attribution from a photo alone, as adhesive labels can be transferred between items. A physical inspection would be required to look for an etched maker's mark on the base to support the label's claim. The faceted bowl and multi-faceted stem appear to be in good condition without visible chips or clouding. In the secondary market, individual water or wine stems in this style generally command modest prices, as they are often sought as replacements for existing sets. The estimated value of $15–$30 reflects the current demand for this specific pattern assuming it is an authentic Mikasa piece. If the item were discovered to be a later reproduction or an unattributed glass in a similar style, the value would likely drop to the $5–$10 range. Factors that could further influence this estimate include the verification of the glass's ring when struck, which indicates crystal quality, and a close-up inspection of the cut edges for precision. To provide a more precise valuation, I would recommend an in-person examination by a specialist in 20th-century glassware.