Crystal isn't as clear as it used to be. That famous ringing sound, widely held to be a telltale way to identify true crystal? Some fine glass will ring, too. Here are some crystal basics. GLOSSARY ...

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Q: In one of your columns, you helped a woman search for wine decanters. I have put several lead-crystal decanters into storage because I was told that the alcohol leaches the lead from the glass and ...

Q: I inherited beautiful antique crystal stemware goblets that have chips on the rims, some deeper than others. What are my options for having them repaired? A: Your question is in the same vein as ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I like to entertain using vintage crystal glassware. But if the glasses are clinked together when doing a toast, they can easily break. So how do I stop the table or crowd from ...