Antracite crystal glass cremation urn with butterflies

A butterfly held in glass

If you are looking for something that holds the memory of someone you loved, rather than a product that simply fulfils a function, this hand-blown crystal glass cremation urn is worth your full attention. Every detail speaks of considered craft, not mass production.

Hand-blown from high-quality crystal glass

Making this urn begins with a bubble of molten glass on a blowing pipe. Layers of colour are built up by hand, then the butterfly motif is added, also by hand. The urn is then submerged in molten glass a final time, forming a new layer of clear crystal that gives the surface its characteristic gloss. That process demands both patience and precision, and the result shows it. A wooden mould ensures consistent volume, but the finish of each piece is its own. No two urns leave the maker's hands looking exactly alike.

What the butterfly means here

The butterfly has carried meaning across cultures for centuries, always connected to the idea of transition: one form becoming another. For you, that might speak to the bond you shared, a bond that has not ended but changed shape. That thought is not written on a card or placed beside the urn. It is embedded in the glass itself, present every time you look at it.

Ash bag: with or without

This urn for ashes is suitable for use with or without an ash bag, giving you the choice that suits your circumstances. The anthracite colour is understated and settled, fitting for a quiet place in the home.

Personalisation

If you would like to make this urn more personal, engraving is available as an option. A name, a date or a short phrase can be added, turning the urn from a resting place into a lasting record of who this person was to you.

Practical care and placement

Crystal glass is a stable material, but it does ask for a little thought around placement. Set the urn on a firm, level surface away from busy routes through the room. Crystal glass is sensitive to knocks and is not suited to damp conditions or outdoor use. This cremation urn is designed for indoor use only. Treat it accordingly and it will remain exactly as it is for as long as you need it to be.

• Hand-blown from high-quality crystal glass, each piece unique in finish and colour gradation
• Anthracite ground colour with a hand-applied butterfly motif, sealed beneath a final layer of clear crystal
• Wooden mould used during production to maintain consistent form across pieces
• Suitable for use with or without an ash bag

If you would like to talk through engraving options or have questions about placement, we are happy to help you think it through at your own pace.