Master recycled glass artist Michael Tonder employs internal lines with intricate surface textures using light reflection, refraction and diffusion to create these amazing and unique awards. ||The glass that makes up this artwork is 100% recycled and made in the USA. The glass is salvaged from buildings that are being renovated or torn down. This exciting new art form starts with many glass pieces which are fused together and then slumped and textures to create this stunning collection that resembles beach glass. ||The optical crystal base is not made in America. We chose this base for its amazing reflective properties, however if a 100% American made award is desired, we can source other bases. Please ask your customer service representative for other options for base products.||