SECOND QUALITY
Born from a three-sided spiral flame and the discovery that carefully placed cuts could become branches. Decades later, the form hasn’t changed, and neither has the reason people keep coming back for it.
Seconds are structurally sound and functional, but may include bubbles, surface marks, or a slight wobble from the handmade process. Appearance may vary from the image shown.
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Handmade in the USA
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Made of natural materials
Durable enough for daily use
The Vermont Evergreen began as an experiment: a three-sided spiral flame, cuts placed by hand to suggest branches, and a form that turned out to be something worth keeping. That was decades ago. The tree has been made the same way ever since, in the same workshop, by the same process. Clear glass, no embellishment, in multiple sizes. Some gifts become part of the house, and this is one of them.
What Makes a Second?
Lines or impressions left by molds and hand tools—visible traces of the process that shapes each piece.
Gentle differences in shape or proportion, including uneven rims or dimensions beyond our usual tolerances.
Occasional larger bubbles or clustered air pockets captured during the molten process.
Swirls or fragments of unmelted materials from the furnace environment.
6 inch Vermont Evergreen second quality tree. The only difference I can tell in this second quality
Tree is that it is a tiny bit shorter than the first quality. The difference is minute. I am very happy with my purchase.
We bought this to add to our collection to be passed down for generations. Beautiful glasswork that we enjoy every season.
I can’t wait to give my family member this gift!
A friend of ours introduced us to these amazing pieces when she displays them in their home during the holidays. They bring a unique glow and warmth to her home. We have seen them in shops in the Midwest the past years and never bought one. This year is the year so I bought one and can't wait to bring it out after Thanksgiving.
I bought two 10" Vermont Evergreen, one for my mother and the other for my best friend. I'm excited for them to enjoy daily and/or over the holidays. I started my own Evergreen collection last holiday and simply stunning, reflecting light in multiple ways giving an elevated look to my dining room table. No other centerpiece compares.
Seconds are fully functional pieces that don’t meet our strict visual standards. Because every item is made by hand, small variations naturally occur throughout the making process. Some seconds reflect the learning curve of new artisans or the refinement of a new design, while others simply fall outside our tolerance guidelines. When this happens, the piece is designated as a second and offered at a reduced price.
Seconds are typically offered at 10%–30% off the original price, depending on the piece.
Seconds may include subtle differences in shape, size, or finish. Common variations can include:
1. Slight dimensional differences beyond our tolerance range, typically ⅛"– ½".
2. Small bubbles within the glass.
3. A gentle wobble that does not affect stability.
4. Occasional stones or cords in the glass, which reflect the molten material and furnace environment.
These variations are visual in nature and part of the handmade process. Pieces that are unsafe, sharp, or unstable are never offered as seconds.
No. Because seconds celebrate variation, each piece is unique and may differ from the product photography shown. That individuality is part of what makes seconds special.
No. All seconds are final sale.
Seconds are not eligible for gift boxing or wrapping. However, you may contact our Customer Care team to purchase a gift box separately if available. Gift messages may still be added at checkout.
