Versailles 26cl Mug Colours: Saphir, Prune or Mixed Set?
By Vaisselle, verrerie et art de la table – Boutique Duralex ... | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Product Reviews
Compare the sapphire and prune Versailles 26cl glass mug sets with the mixed six-colour option. See which colour strategy suits your table and budget.
Quick answer
Choose the sapphire or prune set if you want a consistent colour across all six mugs; choose the mixed set if you want to try several colours at once and pay less per set. The sapphire and prune sets cost the same, so your decision comes down to colour preference and whether matching mugs matter to you.
Why the mixed set costs less
The mixed six-colour set is priced lower than either single-colour set, even though all three contain six 26cl mugs. That price difference is the main practical trade-off: you save money with the mixed set, but you give up the uniform look of six identical mugs. If your table setting relies on matching glassware, the single-colour sets justify their higher price. If you are buying for everyday use or a casual household, the mixed set delivers the same mug design for less.
Sapphire vs prune: same price, different mood
Sapphire and prune are both single-colour options, and both sets are priced identically. The choice between them is purely aesthetic. Sapphire gives a cooler, brighter tone that reads clearly against most table linens; prune is a deeper, warmer shade that feels more subdued. Neither colour is inherently more versatile—both are coloured glass, so they will show tea and coffee residue similarly. Pick the one that matches your existing glassware or the room where you drink most often.
What you give up with any coloured set
All three options are made of coloured glass, not clear glass. That means you cannot see the exact strength of your tea or coffee through the side, which matters if you brew by colour rather than by timer. The catalog does not list heat resistance or dishwasher safety for these mugs, so treat that as an open question and check the care instructions before buying. If you need to monitor brew strength visually, a transparent mug is the safer choice.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Mixed set: lower price, mixed colours: You pay less for six mugs, but you get six different colours. Choose this if you want variety or are outfitting a casual household where matching mugs are not a priority. Check that the six colours in the mixed set actually suit your table before buying.
- Single-colour set: uniform look, higher price: Sapphire and prune sets cost the same and give you six identical mugs. Choose one of these if a coordinated table setting matters to you or if you are buying a gift. Decide between sapphire and prune by holding a sample against your existing dishes if possible.
- Coloured glass: visual trade-off: All three options are coloured glass, so you cannot judge brew strength by sight. If that matters, consider a transparent mug instead. Confirm care instructions for coloured glass before first use.
Product facts
- Versailles - Mug en verre saphir 26 cl (Lot de 6): Sapphire glass mug, 26cl, sold as a set of six, with a wide handle and stackable design. The wide handle and stackability make it practical for daily use and tight cupboard space, while the sapphire colour gives a consistent look across all six mugs.
Versailles - Mug en verre saphir 26 cl (Lot de 6) - Versailles - Mug en verre Prune 26 cl (Lot de 6): Prune glass mug, 26cl, sold as a set of six, with a wide handle and stackable design. Same practical shape as the sapphire set, but the deeper prune tone suits tables where you want a warmer, more subdued colour.
Versailles - Mug en verre Prune 26 cl (Lot de 6) - Versailles - Tasse 26cl x6 - Panaché 6 couleurs: Mixed six-colour set of 26cl mugs including vermeil, rose, bleu marine, vert, saphir, and one other colour. Lets you try several colours at once and costs less than the single-colour sets, but you lose the uniform look of matching mugs.
Which set fits you?
Best for
- Buyers who want six matching mugs in a single colour (sapphire or prune).
- Gift buyers who want a coordinated set.
- Households where mugs are displayed or used for entertaining.
Not for
- Buyers who need to see the colour of the liquid while brewing.
- Shoppers who want the lowest price per set and do not mind mixed colours.
- Anyone who requires confirmed dishwasher or microwave safety, since the catalog does not state it.
