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$95 USDHofbauer Byrdes Crystal Ruby Pitcher
Glass:Crystal
A most marvelous crystal pitcher from W. Germany made by the now out of business Hofbauer company. They were known for their quality crystal and this piece is no exception. Part of their Byrdes Crystal line, it features etched birds on three sides within ruby flashed medallions. It is further decorated with linear designs throughout the body, a saw-tooth top edge and indented areas on the handle. Gorgeous! It is very heavy and sparkles beautifully when the light hits it. Stands 9.25" (at it's ...
$127 USDHofbauer Byrdes Schnapps / Shot Glass Set
Glass:Crystal
A set of six short 'n sassy shot glasses from Germany, made of crystal and adorned with a pressed bird on three sides and ruby flashing along the top edge. They were made by Hofbauer in the late 1970's or 80's and were part of their Byrdes Crystal Collection. Each measures a mere 2" in height and .5" in diameter. All are in excellent condition, save for some wear to the flashing along the rim, and ready to serve! Looking for more Byrdes Crystal? Be sure to check out our listings for additional ...
$30 USDCrystal Bird Trinket Jar from Germany
Glass:Crystal
A sparkling crystal trinket jar from West Germany, done in an elongated oval shape and adorned with an etched bird on each side and another sitting on the top. Measures 3.75" in height, 2 3/8" in width just under 4.25" in length. You'll find it ito be in good condition with no chips or cracks. This piece was originally made by the Hofbauer Company of West Germany and was part of their Byrdes Crystal Collection. Sad to say, they are no longer in business and this pattern is now one of the top 10 ...
$95 USDByrdes Crystal Large Basket
Glass:Crystal
A large and lovely crystal basket from Germany, made in the late 1970's to early 90's by the now out of business Hofbauer Company. This basket was part of their Byrdes Crystal Collection and features etched birds on two sides. It stands 10.25" tall, is 8 3/8" long and 6" wide. It is in excellent condition and still retains it's original sticker. A great piece to add to your collection, that's decorative AND useful. Should you be looking for others, I invite you to browse the shop for more.
$45 USDByrdes Crystal Cigarette or Trinket Box
Glass:Crystal
A sparkling crystal box from West Germany, sporting an etched and carved bird on its lid and another on its base, which has been pressed into the glass on the underside. The box also has linear designs, which catch and reflect the light, as well as scalloping along the edges and sides. It was created by the now defunct company of Hofbauer (who went out of business in the 1990's) and was part of their Byrdes Crystal Collection. It measures 4 7/8" x 3" x 1.75". A chip on the underside of the lid ...
$65 USDByrdes Crystal Napkin Holder from Germany
Glass:Crystal
I can't think of a more elegant way to present your napkins than placing them in this stunning napkin holder. It is made of heavy crystal and features an etched bird within a medallion on both sides. It is additionally decorated with a heart motif along the edges & sides, and with linear designs on the bottom. The holder measures 6.25" long, 1.5+" wide and 4.5" tall. It is in great condition with no chips or cracks, just a little roughness on the bottom inside edge which I believe to be original ...
$75 USDCrystal Wine Glasses from Germany
Glass:Crystal
A pair of sparkling, footed crystal wine glasses from West Germany, each sporting an etched and pressed bird within ruby flashing on three sides. This set was part of Hofbauer's "Byrdes Crystal Collection" and was produced in the late 1970's to early 1990's. Each glass measures 6 5/8" tall and is 2.75" in diameter at the top. Both come in their original box, which is in fair condition, and both are in good condition. I have noted a flaw in the glass near the base of one (see pic) which I at ...
$28 USDHofbauer Byrdes Crystal Trinket Box
Glass:Crystal
A sweet little box shaped trinket jar from Germany (or chest, as its referred to in their catalog) made by the now out of business Hofbauer of West Germany. It features pressed birds on two sides surrounded by blue flashing and their logo bird on the top serving as the jar's handle. This is the small sized trinket, measuring 2.75" high, 2 3/8" long and just over 1.5" wide. It is in excellent condition with nary a chip or crack, just birds! Look for more in this pattern? We have some! Please see ...
$30 USDHofbauer Covered Pedestal Trinket Jar
Glass:Crystal
An attractive and unusually shaped trinket jar from Germany, sporting three silent sentinels near the base and a solitary bird atop, serving as the jar's knob. Made in Germany in the 1980's to early '90's, this trinket jar was created by the Hofbauer company as part of their Byrdes Crystal collection. They are sadly no longer in business but Byrdes remains one of the top ten collected crystal patterns in the USA. The jar measures 4 3/8" tall, 2.75" in diameter at the top and 1 5/8" in diameter ...
$50 USDRare Byrdes Crystal Beer Mug
Glass:Crystal
A not-often-seen beer mug made by the now defunct Hofbauer Company of West Germany, sporting etched birds in medallions on three sides. It is additionally decorated with linear designs throughout and a clear crystal handle. It is very, very heavy for its size, measuring almost 6.5" tall and 3.25" in diameter. It came to us directly from Germany and is not an import. (Well, until now, that is!) There is a shallow 3/8" chip on the bottom near the handle, a small portion of which can be seen from ...
$50 USDHofbauer Ruby Flashed Octagonal Crystal Bowl
Glass:Crystal
The shape isn't the only thing unusual about this crystal bowl from Germany, with its serrated edges, bird figural feet, and sparkling linear designs. If that weren't enough it also sports ruby flashed birds on three sides, each perched and waiting to see what the bowl will hold! This beautiful bowl was created by the now defunct company of Hofbauer and is rather heavier than most pieces of its size, measuring 4 1/8" tall and 4 7/8" squared. It came to us directly from Germany and is in good ...
$29 USDHofbauer Sm. Basket w/ Ruby Flashing
Glass:Crystal
A small footed, somewhat egg shaped crystal basket from Germany, made in the 1980's by the now out of business Hofbauer Company. This basket was part of their Byrdes Crystal Collection and features etched birds within ruby medallions on the front and back, as well as four seemingly curled feet at the base. It stands 5 3/8" tall, is 4 7/8" long and 3 3/8" wide. It is in great condition with no chips or cracks. A great piece to add to your collection, and if you are looking for others, I invite ...
$50 USDRuby Flashed Crystal Bowl from Germany
Glass:Crystal
A small serving bowl from Germany, made of crystal and sporting pressed birds in ruby medallions on three sides. The bowl is additionally decorated with a scalloped & sawtooth edge on the top and three spiral shaped feet on the bottom. It was created by the now defunct company of Hofbauer of West Germany and was part of their Byrdes Crystal collection. Measures 3.25" tall and 5.25" in diameter, with a nice weigh for its size. The bowl is in good condition, although I have noted a small chip on ...
$45 USDRare Byrdes Crystal Ruby Flashed Ashtray
Glass:Crystal
A versatile piece from Hofbauer's Byrdes Crystal Collection sporting their logo bird in the middle. The catalog lists this as an ashtray but as there are no specific wells for such, it can easily be put to use for a variety of things such as a holder of candy, trinkets, sauces and such. Its size makes it agreeable, too, measuring 1.5" at its tallest area and 5 5/8" in diameter. It is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks, just a little wear to the flashing on the bottom due to normal ...
$95 USDRare Hofbauer Byrdes Crystal Sectional Tray
Glass:Crystal
This is the first time I've seen such a tray and, boy, is it a beauty! Triangular shaped with etched birds in three of the four sections, the dish is given a bit of color with a ruby-flashed, heart shaped edge. Three of the sections (which comprise each point) are heart shaped as well with a small area in the middle where the three meet. The tray measures 1 5/8" tall and is 8 3/8" in width and 8.25" in length. Aside from a tiny bit of roughness on an inside edge and a little wear to the flashing ...
$28 USDHofbauer Ruby Flashed Mini Fan Vase
Glass:Crystal
Here we have a small fan shaped vase from West Germany, made by the now defunct Hofbauer company. It features their logo bird pressed into the crystal on each side and surrounded by ruby flashing. It is additionally decorated with a sawtooth edge along the top. The vase stands just 3.25" tall and is 3" x 1.5" at the top. Some wear to the flashing is the only thing keeping this piece from being perfect. Has a nice a great little sparkle when the light hits it and its compact size makes it great ...
$30 USDHofbauer Byrdes Crystal Candy / Sugar Bowl
Glass:Crystal
A beautiful, rounded, covered candy dish from West Germany, featuring etched birds on three sides and three curled feet at jar's base. It is additionally decorated with linear designs throughout, sawtooth edges along the base's top edge, and a single Hofbauer logo bird adorns its lid and serve as its knob. The jar measures 5.75" tall and is 4" in diameter. I have noted one sawtooth is missing on the base and an abrasion on another, neither of which are obvious. Rings beautifully when struck and ...
$45 USDCrystal Footed Candy Jar from Germany
Glass:Crystal
A somewhat egg shaped crystal candy jar, made by the now out of business Hofbauer Company of West Germany. It is decorated with etched birds on two sides of the base and has the Hofbauer logo bird atop the lid serving as its knob. On the bottom you'll find four feet that look as if they are curled. It is in pretty good condition with the exception of a shallow chip on the back of the top edge (see pic) which is not obvious and does not change the shape of the sawtooth. I also feel some roughness ...
$55 USDUncommon Hofbauer Square Shaped Vase
Glass:Crystal
Now here is a Hofbauer vase that I don't often come across, square in shape with a pedestal base. It is decorated with etched birds in ruby flashing on two sides; each within oval ruby flashed medallions, and has oval shapes with linear designs on the remaining two sides. The vase sports sawtooth edges on the top and is squared at the base as well. It measures just over 5.75" tall and is 3" squared. One thing I noticed is that it is very, very heavy for its size, I think you'll be surprised, too ...
$50 USDHofbauer Byrdes Crystal Footed Candy Jar
Glass:Crystal
A beautiful, rounded, covered candy dish from West Germany, featuring etched birds on three sides and three seemingly swirled feet. It is additionally decorated with linear designs throughout, sawtooth edges along the base's top edge, and one of Hofbauer's logo birds adorns the lid and serves as it's knob. The jar measures 5 3/8" tall and is 4 1/8" in diameter. You'll find it to be in excellent condition with no chips or cracks, though I have noted a little roughness on the edge of the jar's lid ...
$50 USDUnusual Byrdes Crystal Bowl
Glass:Crystal
An uncommon crystal bowl from Germany sporting an oval shape, serrated top edge, and etched birds on two sides. It also features a band of crystal at the bottom that has indented sections and a starburst design on the base. Nice! This piece was part of the Byrdes Crystal Collection by Hofbauer of West Germany, a company that is no longer in business. Measuring 6" long, 4" wide and 3.75" tall, it is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks, and heavy for its size. Would be stunning on the ...
$48 USDByrdes Crystal Metal Handled Basket
Glass:Crystal
A lovely crystal basket from Germany featuring an uncommon silver colored, metal handle. It was created in 1985 by the now out of business Hofbauer Company and was part of their Byrdes Crystal Collection. It features etched birds on the front and back, as well as linear designs. It stands 7 1/8" to th top of the handle, is 6.75" long and 4" wide. It is in good condition with no chips or cracks and sparkles beautifully when the light hits it. If you are looking for more pieces in this pattern, I ...
$30 USDHofbauer Crystal Sherbert / Bowl Pair
Glass:Crystal
Cute as can be and sporting an original Hofbauer label, this set of two cup shaped bowls from Germany are the perfect shape and size for individual sauce dishes, sherberts or even party favors. Each stands 2.5" tall and is 2 7/8" in diameter. Both are in excellent condition with no chips or cracks, just a little unseen roughness on the bottom edge of one, and are ready to take their place in your Byrdes Crystal collection. Looking for more pieces in this pattern? Please browse our shop for ...
$150 USDByrdes Crystal Pedestal Candydish from West Germany
Glass:Crystal
A most beautiful covered candydish from Germany, featuring an etched bird in a medallion on three sides. It stands a whopping 13.75" tall to the top of its multi-sided knob and is 7.25" in diameter. This piece was one of the larger items made by the now defunct Hofbauer Crystal Company and was part of their Byrdes Crystal Collection. It was imported into the U.S. in the 1980's and this pattern has now become one of the top 20 crystal patterns sought by collectors! You'll find this piece to be in ...
$38 USDByrdes Crystal Ashtray / Bowl
Glass:Crystal
An octagonal crystal ashtray or bowl made by the now defunct Hofbauer company of Germany, sporting a pressed glass bird within a ruby medallion on the bottom. The tray measures 1.75" tall, is 4.75" in diameter, and nicely heavy for its size. I suspect this was meant to be an ashtray, but given the absence of any wells for cigs, it can masquerade as a holder of potpourri, jewels or (Birdie's favorite) candy. The tray bears its original foil label, which the bird seems to be hiding behind. It is ...
$50 USDGoebel Crystal Cockatoo
Glass:Crystal
Ever wished you had a splendid Cockatoo Princess but weren't ready for the expense, mess or noise? Well, now you can with this crystal treasure from Germany! Here we have a frosted glass Cockatoo from Goebel's Crystal Collection, perched upon a clear base and looking as though she's quite pleased with herself (I would, too, if I looked this good!) She stands just 4" high but has lots of detail and personality packed into that stature. She's in excellent condition with no chips or cracks and is ...
$50 USDByrdes Crystal Ruby Flashed Vase
Glass:Crystal
A sparkling crystal, fluted bud vase from Hofbauer of Germany, sporting etched and pressed birds within ruby medallions on the front and back. The vase is 8.5" tall and 3.25" in diameter at the bottom. You'll find it to be in excellent condition with no chips or cracks and still retaining its original Hofbauer "red bird" sticker. Quite heavy for its size, too. Please note that this item came to us directly from Germany and is not an import. If you like this pattern please see our listings for ...
$95 USDBaccarat Crystal Parrot from France
Glass:Crystal
With his head cocked ever so slightly and his flirty little smile, this engaging Parrot from France is sure to steal your heart. Made of crystal by Baccarat, this guy is a REAL treasure, measuring 4" tall and 3" x 1 5/8" at his base. He's in good condition with no chips or cracks and has a felt pad on his feet to protect your furniture, although I can tell by the residue that there used to be others. Marked with the Baccarat logo on the bottom with a quality that's "crystal" clear. Quite ...
$65 USDHofbauer Byrdes Footed Crystal Bowl
Glass:Crystal
A medium-sized serving bowl brought to you direct from Germany, made of crystal and sporting pressed birds in ruby flashed medallions on three sides. The bowl is additionally decorated with a scalloped & sawtooth edge on the top, linear designs on the sides, and three spiral shaped feet on the bottom. It was created by the now defunct company of Hofbauer of West Germany and was part of their Byrdes Crystal collection. Measures 4" tall and 7.5" in diameter, with a nice weigh for its size. The ...
$75 USDHofbauer Crystal Byrdettes in Original Box
Glass:Crystal
If your interest in Hofbauer miniatures is crystal clear, then this set of three pieces is just for you! Nestled within their original presentation box is a trio of Byrdes crystal pieces -Byrdettes - which consists of a toothpick holder, covered trinket jar and small bowl. All of the pieces are in good condition save for some roughness on the beaks of the bowl birds and a sliver missing from the back of one of the trinket jar's feet (see pic) which isn't noticeable. The box's condition is fair ...
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