Buckingham Palace Crystal Gifts & Home Decor Collectibles
Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of the British monarch. The Palace
is a setting for state occasions and royal entertaining, a base for all officially visiting
Heads of State, and a major tourist attraction. It has been a rallying point for British
people at times of national rejoicing, national crisis and national grief. The palace,
originally known as Buckingham House was a large townhouse built for the Duke of
Buckingham in 1703 and acquired by King George III in 1762 as a private residence.
Buckingham Palace became the official royal palace of the British monarch on the
accession of Queen Victoria in 1837. These beautiful crystal Buckingham Palace
home decor collectible gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of the British monarch. The Palace
is a setting for state occasions and royal entertaining, a base for all officially visiting
Heads of State, and a major tourist attraction. It has been a rallying point for British
people at times of national rejoicing, national crisis and national grief. The palace,
originally known as Buckingham House was a large townhouse built for the Duke of
Buckingham in 1703 and acquired by King George III in 1762 as a private residence.
Buckingham Palace became the official royal palace of the British monarch on the
accession of Queen Victoria in 1837. These beautiful crystal Buckingham Palace
home decor collectible gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
Cologne Cathedral Crystal Gifts & Collectibles
The Cologne Cathedral is one of the best-known architectural monuments in
Germany and has been Cologne's most famous landmark since its completion in the
late 19th century. The cathedral is under the administration of the Roman Catholic
Church and is the seat of the Archbishop of Cologne. From 1880, when its spires
were completed, it was the world's tallest structure. Cologne Cathedral remains the
second-tallest Gothic structure in the world. Construction of the gothic church began
in 1248 and took, with interruptions, more than 600 years to complete - it was finally
finished in 1880. The cathedral is dedicated to Saints Peter and Mary. These
beautiful crystal Cologne Cathedral gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
The Cologne Cathedral is one of the best-known architectural monuments in
Germany and has been Cologne's most famous landmark since its completion in the
late 19th century. The cathedral is under the administration of the Roman Catholic
Church and is the seat of the Archbishop of Cologne. From 1880, when its spires
were completed, it was the world's tallest structure. Cologne Cathedral remains the
second-tallest Gothic structure in the world. Construction of the gothic church began
in 1248 and took, with interruptions, more than 600 years to complete - it was finally
finished in 1880. The cathedral is dedicated to Saints Peter and Mary. These
beautiful crystal Cologne Cathedral gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
Dutch Windmills Crystal Gifts & Home Decor Collectibles
Windmills have been around for at least 1,300 years. The earliest known record for a
windmill in Holland is from 1274. There are approximately 1000 windmills left in
Holland, only one-tenth the original number. Some windmills are kept in working
order in case the electricity goes out or the country floods. Windmills need winds of
18 mph to be truly effective. In the 16th century, Dutch millwrights perfected the
traditional design of the windmill sail. To this day, the design has remained
unaltered. These beautiful crystal Dutch Windmills are 3 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches.
Windmills have been around for at least 1,300 years. The earliest known record for a
windmill in Holland is from 1274. There are approximately 1000 windmills left in
Holland, only one-tenth the original number. Some windmills are kept in working
order in case the electricity goes out or the country floods. Windmills need winds of
18 mph to be truly effective. In the 16th century, Dutch millwrights perfected the
traditional design of the windmill sail. To this day, the design has remained
unaltered. These beautiful crystal Dutch Windmills are 3 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches.
Notre Dame Crystal Gifts & Home Decor Collectibles
Notre Dame, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, is a gothic cathedral in Paris, France.
Notre Dame de Paris is widely considered the finest example of French gothic
architecture. Notre Dame de Paris was one of the first gothic cathedrals, and was
built throughout the Gothic period. It was among the first buildings in the world to
use the flying buttress. These beautiful crystal Notre Dame wedding cake topper,
corporate and business gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
Notre Dame, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, is a gothic cathedral in Paris, France.
Notre Dame de Paris is widely considered the finest example of French gothic
architecture. Notre Dame de Paris was one of the first gothic cathedrals, and was
built throughout the Gothic period. It was among the first buildings in the world to
use the flying buttress. These beautiful crystal Notre Dame wedding cake topper,
corporate and business gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
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| European Crystal Gifts & Home Decor Collectibles The Crystal Palace Collection of European crystal gifts & home decor collectibles have for years been presented to visiting dignitaries around the world. The Old Gift Shop presents the most elegant collection of crystal gifts from around the world. |
The Campo dei Miracoli ("Field of Miracles") is a wide, walled area at the heart of the
city of Pisa, Tuscany, Italy, recognized as one of the main centers for Medieval art in
the world. Partly paved and partly grassed, it is dominated by four great religious
edifices: the Duomo, the Leaning Tower (the cathedral's campanile), the Baptistery
and the Camposanto. It is otherwise known as Piazza del Duomo ("Cathedral
Square"). The heart of the Campo dei Miracoli is the Duomo, the medieval cathedral,
entitled to St. Mary. This is a five-naved basilica with a three-naved transept. It was
begun in 1064 by the architect Buscheto and is the originator of the distinctive Pisan
Romanesque style in architecture. The mosaics of the interior show a strong
Byzantine influence, while the pointed arches point to Muslim influences. The façade,
of grey marble and white stone set with discs of colored marble, was built by a
master Rainaldo. These beautiful crystal Pisa Cathedral gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
city of Pisa, Tuscany, Italy, recognized as one of the main centers for Medieval art in
the world. Partly paved and partly grassed, it is dominated by four great religious
edifices: the Duomo, the Leaning Tower (the cathedral's campanile), the Baptistery
and the Camposanto. It is otherwise known as Piazza del Duomo ("Cathedral
Square"). The heart of the Campo dei Miracoli is the Duomo, the medieval cathedral,
entitled to St. Mary. This is a five-naved basilica with a three-naved transept. It was
begun in 1064 by the architect Buscheto and is the originator of the distinctive Pisan
Romanesque style in architecture. The mosaics of the interior show a strong
Byzantine influence, while the pointed arches point to Muslim influences. The façade,
of grey marble and white stone set with discs of colored marble, was built by a
master Rainaldo. These beautiful crystal Pisa Cathedral gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
Paris Arc De Triomphe Crystal Gifts
The Arc de Triomphe is a monument in Paris that stands in the centre of the Place de
L’ Etoile.. It is the linchpin of the historic axis leading from the courtyard of the
Louvre Palace, a sequence of monuments and grand thoroughfares on a route
leading out of Paris. The monument's iconographic program pitted heroically nude
French youths against bearded Germanic warriors in chain mail and set the tone for
public monuments with triumphant nationalistic messages until World War I. It is the
second largest triumphal arch in existence. It was commissioned in 1806 after the
victory at Austerlitz by Napoleon Bonaparte at the peak of his fortunes and finally
completed after a long pause during the Restoration in the reign of King Louis
Philippe, in 1833-36. The sculpture representing Peace was now interpreted as
commemorating the Peace of 1815 not the original intention. These beautiful
European Crystal Paris Arc De Triomphe gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
The Arc de Triomphe is a monument in Paris that stands in the centre of the Place de
L’ Etoile.. It is the linchpin of the historic axis leading from the courtyard of the
Louvre Palace, a sequence of monuments and grand thoroughfares on a route
leading out of Paris. The monument's iconographic program pitted heroically nude
French youths against bearded Germanic warriors in chain mail and set the tone for
public monuments with triumphant nationalistic messages until World War I. It is the
second largest triumphal arch in existence. It was commissioned in 1806 after the
victory at Austerlitz by Napoleon Bonaparte at the peak of his fortunes and finally
completed after a long pause during the Restoration in the reign of King Louis
Philippe, in 1833-36. The sculpture representing Peace was now interpreted as
commemorating the Peace of 1815 not the original intention. These beautiful
European Crystal Paris Arc De Triomphe gifts are 3 x 2.5 x 2 inches.
The Eiffel Tower is an iron tower built beside the River Seine in Paris. It is the tallest
structure in Paris and among the most recognized symbols in the world. Named after
its designer, engineer Gustave Eiffel, it is a premier tourist destination. It is the
second largest triumphal arch in existence. It was commissioned in 1806 after the
victory at Austerlitz by Napoleon Bonaparte at the peak of his fortunes and finally
completed after a long pause during the Restoration in the reign of King Louis
Philippe, in 1833-36. The sculpture representing Peace was now interpreted as
commemorating the Peace of 1815 not the original intention. These crystal Eiffel
Tower & Arc De Triomphe wedding cake topper, corporate and business gifts are 3 x
2.5 x 3 inches.
structure in Paris and among the most recognized symbols in the world. Named after
its designer, engineer Gustave Eiffel, it is a premier tourist destination. It is the
second largest triumphal arch in existence. It was commissioned in 1806 after the
victory at Austerlitz by Napoleon Bonaparte at the peak of his fortunes and finally
completed after a long pause during the Restoration in the reign of King Louis
Philippe, in 1833-36. The sculpture representing Peace was now interpreted as
commemorating the Peace of 1815 not the original intention. These crystal Eiffel
Tower & Arc De Triomphe wedding cake topper, corporate and business gifts are 3 x
2.5 x 3 inches.
Paris Eiffel Tower Crystal Collectible Gifts
The Eiffel Tower is an iron tower built beside the River Seine in Paris. It is the tallest
structure in Paris and among the most recognized symbols in the world. Named after
its designer, engineer Gustave Eiffel, it is a premier tourist destination. At the time of
its construction in 1889, the tower was the tallest structure in the world. These
crystal Paris Eiffel Tower wedding cake topper, corporate and business gifts are 3 x
3 x 4 inches.
The Eiffel Tower is an iron tower built beside the River Seine in Paris. It is the tallest
structure in Paris and among the most recognized symbols in the world. Named after
its designer, engineer Gustave Eiffel, it is a premier tourist destination. At the time of
its construction in 1889, the tower was the tallest structure in the world. These
crystal Paris Eiffel Tower wedding cake topper, corporate and business gifts are 3 x
3 x 4 inches.
Large Eiffel Tower Crystal Collectible Gifts
The Eiffel Tower is an iron tower built beside the River Seine in Paris. It is the tallest
structure in Paris and among the most recognized symbols in the world. Named after
its designer, engineer Gustave Eiffel, it is a premier tourist destination. At the time of
its construction in 1889, the tower was the tallest structure in the world. The Arc de
Triomphe is a monument in Paris that stands in the centre of the Place de L’ Etoile. It
is the linchpin of the historic axis leading from the courtyard of the Louvre Palace, a
sequence of monuments and grand thoroughfares on a route leading out of Paris.
These Paris crystal Eiffel Tower wedding cake topper, corporate and business gifts
are 3 x 3 x 6 inches.
The Eiffel Tower is an iron tower built beside the River Seine in Paris. It is the tallest
structure in Paris and among the most recognized symbols in the world. Named after
its designer, engineer Gustave Eiffel, it is a premier tourist destination. At the time of
its construction in 1889, the tower was the tallest structure in the world. The Arc de
Triomphe is a monument in Paris that stands in the centre of the Place de L’ Etoile. It
is the linchpin of the historic axis leading from the courtyard of the Louvre Palace, a
sequence of monuments and grand thoroughfares on a route leading out of Paris.
These Paris crystal Eiffel Tower wedding cake topper, corporate and business gifts
are 3 x 3 x 6 inches.
The Leaning Tower of Pisa Crystal Gifts
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is the bell tower, of the cathedral of the Italian city of
Pisa. It is situated behind the Cathedral and it is the third structure in Pisa's Campo
dei Miracoli (field of Miracles). The tower is famous for its noticeable lean. It was
intended to stand vertically, to serve as a bell tower, but began leaning soon after
construction started in August of 1173. The construction of the Tower of Pisa was
performed in three stages over a period of about 200 years. After the third floor was
built in 1178, the tower acquired a lean, due to a mere three-meter foundation in
weak, unstable subsoil. These crystal Italian Leaning Tower of Pisa wedding cake
topper, corporate and business gifts are 3 x 3 x 2 inches.
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is the bell tower, of the cathedral of the Italian city of
Pisa. It is situated behind the Cathedral and it is the third structure in Pisa's Campo
dei Miracoli (field of Miracles). The tower is famous for its noticeable lean. It was
intended to stand vertically, to serve as a bell tower, but began leaning soon after
construction started in August of 1173. The construction of the Tower of Pisa was
performed in three stages over a period of about 200 years. After the third floor was
built in 1178, the tower acquired a lean, due to a mere three-meter foundation in
weak, unstable subsoil. These crystal Italian Leaning Tower of Pisa wedding cake
topper, corporate and business gifts are 3 x 3 x 2 inches.
St. Marks Square, Piazza San Marco Venice Italy Crystal Collectible Gifts
Piazza San Marco, often known in English as St Mark's Square, is the principal
square of Venice. It is the only urban space called a piazza in Venice; the others,
regardless of size, are called campi. The Piazza originated in the 9th century as a
small area in front of the original Saint Mark's Basilica. It was enlarged to its present
size and shape in 1177, when the Rio Batario, which had bounded it to the west,
and a dock, which had isolated the Doge's Palace from the square, were filled in. The
rearrangement was for the meeting of Pope Alexander III and the Emperor Frederick
Barbarossa. The Piazza has always been seen as the center of Venice. It was the
location of all the important offices of the Venetian state, and has been the seat of
the archbishopric since the 19th century. It was also the focus for many of Venice's
festivals. It is a greatly popular place in Italy even today. These crystal home decor
St. Marks collectibles are 3 x 3 x 3 inches.
Piazza San Marco, often known in English as St Mark's Square, is the principal
square of Venice. It is the only urban space called a piazza in Venice; the others,
regardless of size, are called campi. The Piazza originated in the 9th century as a
small area in front of the original Saint Mark's Basilica. It was enlarged to its present
size and shape in 1177, when the Rio Batario, which had bounded it to the west,
and a dock, which had isolated the Doge's Palace from the square, were filled in. The
rearrangement was for the meeting of Pope Alexander III and the Emperor Frederick
Barbarossa. The Piazza has always been seen as the center of Venice. It was the
location of all the important offices of the Venetian state, and has been the seat of
the archbishopric since the 19th century. It was also the focus for many of Venice's
festivals. It is a greatly popular place in Italy even today. These crystal home decor
St. Marks collectibles are 3 x 3 x 3 inches.
La Sagrada Familia Spain Crystal Gifts
La Sagrada Familia, The Holy Family, is a large Roman Catholic basilica under
construction in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Sagrada Familia or the Temple Expiatori
de la Sagrada Familia was begun in 1882 by public subscription. Unlike many
churches, it survived during the Spanish Civil War, when many churches were
burned; it was and is seen as a kind of symbol for the city of Barcelona. It is a
combination of Modernista elements and a unique version of the Gothic style--seen
primarily in its height, use of rose windows and arches, triple portals, and
architectural sculpture. 2.26 million people visited the partially built basilica in 2004,
making it one of the most popular attractions in Spain, alongside the Museo del
Prado and Alhambra. The building has three facades, each with three porches. The
Facade of the Nativity, seen here, was completed first. The three portals of this
facade are related to the Christian themes of faith, hope, and charity. Eight spires of
a projected twelve have been completed. These towers rise to more than 100
meters and symbolize the twelve apostles. The names and statues of the apostles,
seated on pedestals, appear on the towers. These crystal Spanish La Sagrada
Familia wedding cake topper, corporate and business gifts are 3 x 2 x 5 inches.
La Sagrada Familia, The Holy Family, is a large Roman Catholic basilica under
construction in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Sagrada Familia or the Temple Expiatori
de la Sagrada Familia was begun in 1882 by public subscription. Unlike many
churches, it survived during the Spanish Civil War, when many churches were
burned; it was and is seen as a kind of symbol for the city of Barcelona. It is a
combination of Modernista elements and a unique version of the Gothic style--seen
primarily in its height, use of rose windows and arches, triple portals, and
architectural sculpture. 2.26 million people visited the partially built basilica in 2004,
making it one of the most popular attractions in Spain, alongside the Museo del
Prado and Alhambra. The building has three facades, each with three porches. The
Facade of the Nativity, seen here, was completed first. The three portals of this
facade are related to the Christian themes of faith, hope, and charity. Eight spires of
a projected twelve have been completed. These towers rise to more than 100
meters and symbolize the twelve apostles. The names and statues of the apostles,
seated on pedestals, appear on the towers. These crystal Spanish La Sagrada
Familia wedding cake topper, corporate and business gifts are 3 x 2 x 5 inches.
| The Old Gift Shop European Crystal Gifts and Home Decor Collectibles |
The Brandenburg Gate is a triumphal arch and the symbol of Berlin, Germany. It is
the only remaining gate of a series through which one used to enter Berlin. The
Brandenburg Gate consists of twelve Greek Doric columns, six on each side. This
allows for five roadways, although originally ordinary citizens were only allowed to
use the outer two. Above the gate is the Quadriga, consisting of the goddess of
peace, driving a four-horse chariot in triumph. The gate stands 26 m (65 ft) high,
65.5 m (213 ft) wide and 11 m (36 ft) thick. The design of the gate was based on the
Propylea, the gateway to the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Napoleon took the
Quadriga to Paris in 1806 after conquering Berlin. When it returned to Berlin in 1814,
the statue exchanged her olive wreath for the Iron Cross and became the goddess
of victory. When the Nazis rose to power, they used the gate to symbolize their
power. The only structure left standing in the ruins of Pariser Platz in 1945, apart
from the ruined Academy of Fine Arts. However, in 1961, the gate was closed when
the Berlin Wall was built. Finally, when the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, the gate
symbolized freedom and the unity of the city. It was re-opened. These crystal Berlin
Brandenburg Gate home decor gifts are 3.5 x 2 x 3 inches.
the only remaining gate of a series through which one used to enter Berlin. The
Brandenburg Gate consists of twelve Greek Doric columns, six on each side. This
allows for five roadways, although originally ordinary citizens were only allowed to
use the outer two. Above the gate is the Quadriga, consisting of the goddess of
peace, driving a four-horse chariot in triumph. The gate stands 26 m (65 ft) high,
65.5 m (213 ft) wide and 11 m (36 ft) thick. The design of the gate was based on the
Propylea, the gateway to the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Napoleon took the
Quadriga to Paris in 1806 after conquering Berlin. When it returned to Berlin in 1814,
the statue exchanged her olive wreath for the Iron Cross and became the goddess
of victory. When the Nazis rose to power, they used the gate to symbolize their
power. The only structure left standing in the ruins of Pariser Platz in 1945, apart
from the ruined Academy of Fine Arts. However, in 1961, the gate was closed when
the Berlin Wall was built. Finally, when the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, the gate
symbolized freedom and the unity of the city. It was re-opened. These crystal Berlin
Brandenburg Gate home decor gifts are 3.5 x 2 x 3 inches.
Big Ben Crystal Gifts & Collectibles
Big Ben is the colloquial name of the bell of the Palace of Westminster in London,
also known as the Great Bell of Westminster, the largest bell in the tower and part
of the Great Clock of Westminster. Most Londoners would call the whole tower Big
Ben, but the name properly refers only to the bell. The clock tower is at the
north-eastern end of the building, the home of the Houses of Parliament, and
contains the famous striking clock and bell. These European gifts and collectibles
are 3 x 2.5 x 3 inches.
Big Ben is the colloquial name of the bell of the Palace of Westminster in London,
also known as the Great Bell of Westminster, the largest bell in the tower and part
of the Great Clock of Westminster. Most Londoners would call the whole tower Big
Ben, but the name properly refers only to the bell. The clock tower is at the
north-eastern end of the building, the home of the Houses of Parliament, and
contains the famous striking clock and bell. These European gifts and collectibles
are 3 x 2.5 x 3 inches.
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