The entire 35-piece set for 18 dollars.
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The entire 35-piece set for 18 dollars.The whole set of glasses costs 25 dollars.Commemorative glassware from the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics, distributed in Canada through a popular Petro-Canada service station promotion. [1, 2]
The glasses and stemware are distinguished by their engravings and 22-karat gold-plated rims, displaying the official emblem and the Olympic torch. At the time, customers collected them week after week, assembling different models designed with specific winter sports (skating, skiing, bobsleigh, etc.) and various glass shapes. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Collection Composition and Variety
Your complete set of 35 pieces includes several types of glassware released in the campaign:
Old Fashioned/Lowball Glasses: Low, cylindrical glasses with a fluted base, ideal for whiskey or mixed drinks.
Liquor/Brandy Snifters: Round, balloon-shaped glasses perfect for cognac or liqueurs.
Wine/Port Wine Glasses: Stylish glasses with long stems for wine or sherry.
Highball/Pilsner Glasses: Taller glasses placed at the back, designed for beer or soft drinks. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Market Price and Valuation
Since millions of these glasses were distributed throughout Canada in the late 1980s, they are common nostalgic items, highly valued by Olympic memorabilia collectors and retro barware enthusiasts. [1, 2]
The current price on secondhand and e-commerce platforms like eBay or Etsy is estimated as follows:
Single or Pairs: They are usually sold individually or in pairs for approximately $2.50 CAD to $5.00 CAD per glass.
Small sets (4 to 6 pieces): Homogeneous sets of the same style are typically found for between $25.00 CAD and $45.00 CAD.
Large collection of 35 pieces: Due to the size and variety of the collection, the value of the entire lot on the antiques market is approximately between $120.00 CAD and $180.00 CAD (about $90 to $130 USD), depending on whether the pieces are in pristine condition and show no wear on the gold plating of the edges. [1, 2]
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