Beautiful full-lead faceted crystal pieces. Every minute detail is cleverly hand-crafted by talented artisans utilizing the finest full-lead faceted crystal. The great attention to detail has won Crystal World numerous awards and award nominations. Crystal World was founded in the United States in 1983, as producers of high quality,innovative collectibles composed of the finest full-cut faceted crystl. Crystal is glass that is produced with lead oxide. Lead content makes the piece dense,yet softer than normal non-leaded glass. The higher density produces better quality light refraction, resulting in exceptional color and brilliance. The added softness allows for sharper facets in the design of the crystal item. CW figurines are constructed of the finest crystal with a lead content of 30+ %. Contribtuing to their leadership in design, manufacturing and sale of crystal figurines is the talent of its founder and lead designer RUDY NAKAI. Both rudy and his staff of designers, including Tom Suzuki, Nicholas Mulargia, and Roy Takii, are world renowned for their intricate mastery of detail and workmanship. In 1987 a new trend towards colored crystal began when the original Rainbow Castle Collection was introduced, which revolutionized the marketplace and inspired collectors worldwide. In June of 1998, Crystal World introduced the Disney Showcase Collection, featuring some of Walt Disney'smost beloved characters, such as Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Pinocchio and Dumbo. CW has had the honor of numerous award nominations, with various nominees taking first prize. Curious Cat was honored by COLLECTOR EDITIONS Magazine as "Best Miniature Collectible of 1990". THE ENCHANTED CASTLE was awarded in 1993, and CINDERELLA'S CASTLE in 1998. The Nubble Lighthouse, Maine received the "Best of the Show" award and the Totem Pole took first prize.