1980 Danbury Mint Annual Christmas Sculpture in Crystal: A Comprehensive Curatorial Assessment of "The Three Wise Men"

Red K Products presents: 1980 Danbury Mint "Sculpture in Crystal" Three Wise Men - A Masterpiece of the Magi!

Journey back to the sophisticated holiday aesthetics of 1980 with this stunning "Sculpture in Crystal." Commissioned by the Danbury Mint and crafted with Japanese industrial precision, this heavy 24% lead crystal roundel is a triumph of the "instant heirloom" era. Housed in its original, minimalist white round presentation box, this piece features a complex reverse intaglio etching of the Three Wise Men. The masterful frosting technique creates a holographic, three-dimensional effect, where Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar appear to float within the glass, bearing their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. This is a rare opportunity to own a "sleeper" collectible—a high-refractive-index art object that captures the light and the spirit of the Epiphany with breathtaking clarity.

Perfect for:

• Collectors of the Danbury Mint "Annual Christmas Sculpture in Crystal" series (1979–1985).
• Enthusiasts of fine lead crystal and intricate intaglio glass art.
• Those seeking a dignified, "museum-quality" Nativity display for a mantel or curio cabinet.
• Admirers of the "Golden Age" of Japanese optical glass manufacturing.

Condition: This vintage collectible is in phenomenal "new old stock" condition. The crystal medallion remains sealed in its original protective plastic wrap, ensuring the surface is pristine and free of "flea bites" or scratches. The original white cylindrical box is in excellent condition, preserving the "modernist luxury" aesthetic of 1980.

Here's the list of contents:

• Danbury Mint Presentation Box: The signature white round box with red script branding.
• 1980 "Three Wise Men" Sculpture: An 11-ounce, 24% lead crystal roundel featuring the standing Magi.
• Original Literature: Includes the vintage brochure describing the "Illuminated Display" compatibility.