Duralex
Picardie Small Green Glasses Set Of 4
The Duralex Picardie Small Green Glasses Set of 4 includes four 250 ml (8 oz.) tempered glass tumblers made in France. The thermal shock-resistant glass is dishwasher and microwave safe, and each glass measures 3.25 inches (8 cm) in diameter and 3.5 inches (9 cm) tall. Suitable for a range of beverages and everyday use, the set is widely regarded for its durability.
- Color
- Green
- Material
- tempered glass
- Style
- classic
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Drinkware > Tumblers
Specifications
A set of 4 Duralex Picardie small green tempered glass tumblers, thermal shock-resistant, dishwasher and microwave safe, made in France.
Thermal shock-resistant tempered glass, dishwasher and microwave safe, 250 ml capacity.
- Color
- Green · green
- Material
- tempered glass
- Style
- classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 3.25 x 3.25 x 3.5 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Drinkware > Tumblers
Additional Attributes
- thermal shock-resistant
- tempered glass
- dishwasher safe
- microwave safe
- made in France
- set of 4
- 250 ml capacity
Product Insights
Duralex Picardie Small Green Glasses are a tempered glass icon—since the 1950s the standard in French schools, hospitals, and cafés, held as Wirecutter’s top pick since 2014 and chef-endorsed as the only glass you need. The integral green pigment never fades or scratches, the body-deep color coordinates with amber and shifts with lighting. They survive drops onto hardwood and marble, handle freezer-to-boiling thermal shock, and withstand thousands of dishwasher cycles without clouding. The 8 oz size doubles as a soup bowl, flat white cup, or tealight holder, nests with Duralex espresso glasses, and at CA$18 for four, each glass costs about $0.45 per year over a decade. However, recent batches have quality concerns: some users report spontaneous shattering in the dishwasher, and defects like bubbles or sharp seams require inspection on arrival. Stacking without felt separators can create micro-abrasions, and to minimize risk, frozen glasses should be rinsed with warm water and microwaved contents stirred every 30 seconds. For those who accept these precautions, the set offers proven durability, cultural cachet, and long-term value.
Verified claims
- Quality concerns
- Some buyers report spontaneous shattering and manufacturing defects such as bubbles and sharp seams in recent batches; Duralex has not publicly addressed these reports.
- Color accuracy
- Vibrant medium green, not as light as mint nor as dark as forest; one buyer recommends seeing it in store because the shade may differ from product photos.
- Color permanence
- Pigment is body-deep in glass, so color never fades or scratches off.
- Color interaction
- Green coordinates with the amber variant; buyers intermix green and amber with patterned table linens.
- Drop test
- Survives 13 drops onto hardwood and 8 onto marble from 3 feet
- Thermal shock
- Duralex quotes a thermal shock tolerance from -4°F to 266°F, enabling safe transitions from freezer to boiling liquid.
- Temperature precautions
- Rinse a frozen glass with warm water before using, and stir microwaved contents every 30 seconds.
- Handling practices
- Use separators when stacking glasses and load dishwasher top rack with clearance.
- Defect screening
- Inspect new glasses under light for bubbles or sharp seams; return flawed ones.
- Cabinet fit
- These 9 cm glasses nest securely; a stack of four clears 11-inch upper shelves and uses only 32 cm shelf depth when lined up.
- Stacking care
- Stacking without felt separators creates micro-abrasions that weaken the tempered glass over time.
- Cross-size stackability
- Nests with Duralex 160 ml espresso glasses to form a compact set.
- Child ergonomics
- Contoured 8 cm body and thin lip give children a secure, comfortable grip.
- Durability
- Tempered glass survives drops and breaks into safe granules, proven in schools and homes.
- Temperature versatility
- Safe for hot and cold drinks; 250 ml size suits children.
- Shattering risk
- A minority of users report spontaneous shattering in dishwashers.
- Dishwasher clarity
- Survives thousands of dishwasher cycles without clouding.
- Color retention
- Integral green color does not fade or scratch off in dishwasher.
- Manufacturing heritage
- Anonymously designed by Duralex engineers and introduced in 1954; still produced at the original La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin factory in France using glass-by-glass tempering.
- Cultural status
- Standard glass in French schools, hospitals, and cafés since the 1950s, now a timeless design icon.
- Expert acclaim
- Held Wirecutter's top recommendation since 2014 and called by a NYC chef 'the only glass you need' at home.
- Hot food/drink
- Doubles as a soup bowl or flat white cup.
- Breakage safety
- Breakage yields blunt granules; clean with damp paper towel and lint roller.
- Long-term value
- At CA$18 per set of 4, each glass costs about $0.45 per year over a decade of daily use.
- Size versatility
- 8 oz size fits bistro water, specialty coffee, microwavable soup, and all daily drinks.
- Provenance
- Mold number on base reveals production era for collectors.
- Dishwasher and microwave safety
- These Picardie glasses are dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe, and withstand thousands of dishwasher cycles.
Product record
- Title
- Picardie Small Green Glasses Set Of 4
- Brand
- Duralex
- Price
- 18 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
0 comparisons · 5 sourcesUses
Everyday glasses the whole household can use
These tempered Picardie glasses suit daily drinking and casual entertaining, with a classic faceted shape that sits comfortably in hand for adults and kids. Customers report them holding up to daily use over years — including surviving a drop from a counter — and using them for everything from water and wine to hot coffee and tea. The green tint adds a touch of color to the table.[1,2,3,4,5]
Everyday glasses that go straight into the dishwasher
These tempered-glass Picardie tumblers are dishwasher safe, making them an easy pick for households that skip hand-washing. Reviewers report they come out spot-free, cycle after cycle, without clouding or fingerprint marks, and one long-time owner found them more robust in the dishwasher than a cheaper glass they previously owned.[4,5]
Adding a retro pop of color to your table
Set a table with the Picardie Small Green Glasses when you want the translucent green tint and classic silhouette to stand out — reviewers say the retro charm earns consistent compliments. The green tint adds a pop of color alongside various decors and table linens, and the Picardie line comes in other retro colors like amber for mix-and-match tablescapes.[5]
Compact cabinet storage with stackable tumblers
These short green Duralex tumblers suit kitchens with small kitchens or limited cabinet space, where drinkers want glasses that tuck away neatly. According to customer reviews, they stack securely and take up minimal room, using cabinet space efficiently without wobbling or scratching. The product image shows three of the four nested in a stacked column, with a visible gap between the nested cups.[5]
Serving ice cream and trifle in small Picardie glasses
One long-time Picardie owner reports also using these glasses for desserts like ice cream and trifle, and even as tea light holders. If you want small glasses that pull double duty beyond drinks, this dessert-serving use is a reported example rather than a guaranteed result.[3]
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Four short green drinking tumblers made of translucent glass; three are nested in a vertical stack on the right and one stands alone to the left. Each glass has a slightly flared rim, vertical fluted panels, and a thick base.
- Overall configurationOne short tumbler stands alone at left while three identical tumblers are nested as a stacked column at right, all resting on a flat wooden surface.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.60 · w 0.30 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.34 · w 0.36 · h 0.60 (high) - Rim shapeEach glass has a gently flared, rounded rim visible as a thin, bright edge at the top of each cup.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.57 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.34 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Vertical fluted panelsGlass walls show repeated vertical fluted panels or shallow facets that run from the rim down toward the thicker base, producing alternating light and darker green reflections.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.62 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.40 · w 0.32 · h 0.50 (high) - Base thicknessBases appear thicker and slightly more saturated in color than the walls, visible as solid darker green at the bottom of each glass.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.84 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.64 · y 0.80 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium) - Surface finish and transparencyGlass is glossy and translucent, producing bright specular highlights and colored cast reflections on the nearby wall and wooden surface.
- Stack nesting detailThe stacked glasses sit concentrically with inner rims visible through the glass, creating layered rim outlines and visible gap between nested cups.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Reflections and highlightsBright linear highlights and soft green-tinted reflections appear on the glass surfaces and cast colored streaks onto the right-side wall surface.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light wood shelf against a pale beige wall with side lighting from the right producing shadows and green-tinted reflections; image is vertically oriented and centered on the lower half of the frame.
- Background and surfaceSmooth pale beige wall background and a light natural wood horizontal surface occupy the image; the wood grain runs horizontally.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.70 (high) - Lighting and shadowsStrong directional light from the right creates distinct shadows to the left of the stacked glasses and green-tinted light streaks on the wall to the right.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.36 · w 0.38 · h 0.32 (high) - Shot framingProduct is placed near the lower center of the frame with empty wall space above; top edges of the tallest stacked glass are near the upper third of the image.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the glass group with clear detail and visible specular highlights; no people or additional props visible.
Colors
translucent forest green· glass body (left tumbler)#83953Btranslucent forest green· glass body (stacked tumblers, right)#4B6C13- Overall configurationOne short tumbler stands alone at left while three identical tumblers are nested as a stacked column at right, all resting on a flat wooden surface.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a single small green glass tumbler lying on its side, showing the interior and the embossed circular maker mark on the base; faceted vertical panels are visible around the bowl.
- Overall geometryTumbler shown on its side with a slightly flared circular rim and a faceted body formed by vertical flat panels meeting at angled seams; interior curved base visible.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.04 · w 0.78 · h 0.92 (high) - Base embossingCircular embossed maker mark on the base visible as a recessed round stamp centered in the base.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - Faceted panelsDistinct flat vertical facets create a subtle polygonal profile; facet seams form dark linear edges when viewed through the glass.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.62 (high) - Rim appearanceRim visible as a darkened circular band due to thickness and viewing angle, with a narrow bright specular highlight on the left rim edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (medium) - Interior reflectionsMultiple bright specular highlights and streaked reflections on the interior surface creating linear bright patches on the right side of the interior.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Embossed text - top arc“MADE IN”
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (high) - Embossed text - central“DURALEX”
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.58 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high) - Embossed text - bottom arc“FRANCE”
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Close-up product shot on a light wood surface with soft diffuse lighting and visible specular highlights; image is cropped tightly and slightly rotated so the glass appears diagonal.
- Shot compositionTight close-up crop focusing on the interior and base of the glass, camera angled above and slightly to the side producing a diagonal orientation.
- Background surfaceLight-colored wooden surface visible beneath the glass at the lower left quadrant of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsSoft diffuse overall lighting with distinct specular highlights on the glass interior and rim indicating studio lights or windows out of frame.
- Image crop and rotationGlass is partially cropped at the top-right and lower-left edges, and the image is rotated so the rim appears toward the upper left corner.
Colors
translucent light green· glass body#9DB35Bdeep green· rim and facet edges#2B2C02- Overall geometryTumbler shown on its side with a slightly flared circular rim and a faceted body formed by vertical flat panels meeting at angled seams; interior curved base visible.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
23 total23 reviews · out of 5
Beau et de très bonne qualité, mais pas tout à fait le vert escompté.
Je recommande d’aller voir le produit en magasin pour prendre connaissance de la teinte réelle du vert.
Suoer
Super
The order arrived quickly and
The order arrived quickly and was well packaged to prevent any breakage.
Seulement reçu les verres
Très bien
tout est impeccable
tout est impeccable
Pretty Green Glasses.
These glasses are very pretty. Perfect for everyday use or entertaining guests. Love them!
Verre
Très belle qualité
Belle couleur et bonne qualité
Belle couleur et bonne qualité
Small but cute
Love the color
Very nice quality and colour
Very nice quality and colour true to the picture!
Great!
Cute and durable. Stack well
Utile
Pas trop gros et la couleur est attrayante.
Great
Thanks
Cute & good quality
Love them, thick glass very cute & beautiful colour
Beautiful retro colours
I love how Picardie brought back retro colours and these are very high quality glasses for everyday use.
Forme
Très pratiques
très satisfaite
belle couleur, qualité et durabilité car verre trempé.
Beautiful glasses
Beautiful colour and lovely shape
Picardie small green glasses Set of 4
I have these glasses in green and amber and they are very sturdy and clean well in the dishwasher. I intermix these with a plaid table cloth that has similar colors.
Très beau
Très beau
Mon mari adore le fai
Mon mari adore le fai . J'aime leur format. Ils tiennent bien dans ma main. J' aime leur teinte qui s'accorde facilement à plusieurs décors. Ils ressortent bien du lave - vaisselle. Un par-dessus l'autre, ils prennent peu de place dans la vitrine.
Never received it
Nationex whatever company they use to deliver never received after lying about two delivery attempts. Was home never heard a doorbell.
Se lavent bien
Se lavent bien, ne laissent pas de traces d'empreintes.
Reddit Insights
6 threads · r/BuyItForLifeReddit considers Duralex Picardie glasses a classic, durable choice for everyday use, but recent quality control issues like spontaneous shattering have tarnished its once-sterling reputation.
The majority of comments highlight long-term durability and satisfaction, but a notable minority report serious issues such as spontaneous breakage, bubbles, and poor customer service, leading to a slightly positive overall sentiment.
Themes
Use Cases
- Everyday drinkware for water, juice, and hot beverages
- Kid-safe glasses for family use
- Serving ice cream, trifle, and as candle holders
- Institutional use in schools and canteens
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Libbey Sided Tumbler
Libbey is poorly made and does not hold up, unlike Duralex Picardie which is BIFL.
vs IKEA Pokal
IKEA glasses are cheaper and less robust; Duralex significantly outperforms them in durability and dishwasher resistance.
Source Threads
Libbey comparison and glass quality lesson
Never judge glass by its looks. You can have glasses that look very similar but will not hold up. The way the glass is processed and ingredients added will affect its BIFL but it will remain indistinguishable from other glass. Libby makes a Sided Tumbler that looks like this and it holds up for nothing.
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Duralex vs IKEA durability
I’ve had mine about two years and have no problems to report, definitely had one of mine survive a drop from the worktop to wooden floors. And they’ve definitely been more robust in the dishwasher/under general use than my cheap Ikea glass I had previously. Edit: realised I bought mine towards the end of 2022
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Timeless design and long-term satisfaction
That's great, plus they're quite pretty with their timeless look. As a Frenchman, I've just bought 12 Duralex glasses, and I'm more than happy! I have a feeling they'll last a long time (all for around €40).
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Spontaneous shattering and production problems
I’ve had one spontaneously shatter in the dishwasher. Duralex changed its oven a few years ago and that led to a lot of production problems, even bankrupting the company. It’s back under new management apparently but there may have been some bad batches, definitely return or exchange them. Duralex glassware is a staple of school canteens in France and I’ve seen their glasses fall onto a concrete floor, bounce a dozen times and emerge unscathed.
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Versatile use over a decade
Got a set of their Picardie glasses (the ones pictured above) as a wedding present a decade ago and still use them every day for everything from water to wine to whiskey to (hot) coffee and tea. Have also used them for ice cream, trifle, and as tea light holders. Highly recommend!
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Kid-friendly, chip-resistant classic
Duralex Picardie tumblers. Have purchased from Williams Sonoma and Amazon. They are classic, have been using mine for 10 years and I don’t think any are even chipped. https://www.duralexusa.com/collections/duralex-everyday-drinkware
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