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By the end of the 19th century, Baccarat had earned the reputation of being the “Crystal of Kings.” This title is one that the company bears to this day. Baccarat’s stemware and objects d’art adorned the tables of the late Czar and Czarina of Russia, the Emperor of Japan, the late Sultan of Turkey, the King of Siam, Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the last three kings of France – Louis XVIII, Charles X, and Louis Philippe, all the Presidents of the French Republic, the Late Aga Kahn, Pope Benedict XV, President of the Republic of Chile, the former king of Portugal, the late king of Spain, the King of Greece, Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia, the late Wilhelm II of Germany, the US State Departments’ many legations and European Embassies, all of the Maharajahs of India, and King Ibn of Saudia Arabia.
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For more than 230 years, Baccarat has personified a certain image of French culture all over the world. Throughout the centuries, crystal signed by Baccarat has become synonymous with the social graces. Today, only the rigor of Baccarat’s know-how is able to meet the quality demanded by oenologists. Baccarat glasses are a source of pleasure for both the eyes and the hand, and they meet the requirements for taste and aroma enhancement so that tasters can better appreciate wines.
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For the Snowflake's 20th anniversary season, acclaimed lighting designer Ingo Maurer and Baccarat, the French-based luxury goods company, have unveiled their latest creation: a 16-foot outdoor chandelier that sparkles with 12,000 Baccarat crystals. The new UNICEF Crystal Snowflake is the world's largest outdoor crystal chandelier.
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In 1838, a manager at Baccarat discovered a way to produce full-lead crystal that could be colored. The formula was one of the company’s most closely guarded trade secrets. However, the information was leaked to the Bohemians living in the area who produced similar works to those of Baccarat. There was no competition between Baccarat and the Bohemians ... as the Bohemian interest was purely artistic and they philosophically were not interested in making a profit. The factory continued to grow in prestige throughout the remainder of the 19th century.
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Baccarat jewelry takes the tradition of excellence that Baccarat Crystal is renowned for and translates it into timeless, fashionable jewelry. Baccarat crystal jewelry is simple, classic and beautiful. You can dress it up or down, and crystal pairs perfectly with both gold and silver.
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The 16-foot outdoor Baccarat designed "Snowflake chandelier" sparkles with 12,000 crystals and will be unveiled and lit by Sarah Jessica Parker during a special outdoor ceremony open to the general public. It will grace the intersection of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street for the entire holiday season.
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