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The Normandy Shore Collection

A Limited 250th Anniversary Commemorative Collection

Each handcrafted borosilicate glass keepsake contains sand from Utah and Omaha beaches in Normandy, where Allied forces landed on June 6, 1944. Created to honor the courage and sacrifice that helped rescue Europe in her darkest hour, as our nation celebrates 250 years of American independence and leadership.

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Pre-order now. Shipping begins November 11.

Official launch on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11

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An American flag pin of handmade glass worn on a navy suit lapel
Emblem: est. 1776, United States 250 of America, 2026
American Flag Pin, made with sand from Normandy
  • AuthenticSand from Utah and Omaha beaches
  • Limited EditionOnly 250 of each collectible
  • NumberedSigned Certificate of Provenance
  • PresentedBlack velvet presentation box
  • HandcraftedIn Illinois by Linda Harman
United States of America, 1776, 250, 2026

Each handmade piece contains sand from Utah and Omaha beaches in Normandy, France.

250 of each collectibleNumbered • Signed Certificate of Provenance

The Collection

Four Ways to Hold History

Each piece contains sand from Utah and Omaha beaches. Choose yours and pre-order today.

Only 250 of each collectible • 250 of each style • 250 ornament sets

One Shoreline Marble shown from four sides

Shoreline Marble

$75

Approx. 3/4 inch in diameter, containing an image of the beach. Sand is visible.

One marble shown from several views. Each purchase includes one marble.

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Liberty Twist Ornaments: Blue & Stripes (a blue ornament with a red striped ribbon) and Red & Stars (a red ornament with a blue starred ribbon), each with a gold star hook

Liberty Twist Ornament

$65 each

Red or blue glass twist ornaments with coordinating patriotic ribbons and gold star hooks. Glass: 3 to 4 in; hanging: 7 to 8 in (glass, ribbon and hook). Sand is visible.

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Clear Heart, Pink Heart and American Flag Heart pendants

Heart Pendants

$95

Choose the Clear Heart, Pink Heart or American Flag Heart, each with a handmade glass bail. Approx. 1 inch. Sand is visible.

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Three American flag pins of handmade glass with sand inside the blue field

American Flag Pin

$75

Wearable miniature flag, approx. 1 x 3/4 inch. Sand particles act as the stars. Handcrafted borosilicate glass with authentic Normandy sand.

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How pre-orders work

Reserved today. Made by hand. Sent to you.

1

Pre-order your piece

Your pre-order is confirmed by email the moment it goes through. Shipping begins November 11.

2

Numbered and signed

Your piece receives its edition number and a Certificate of Provenance signed by Linda Harman.

3

On its way

It ships in a black velvet presentation box, and we email you the moment it does.

Presentation and provenance

Documented. Numbered. Signed.

Certificate of Provenance, The Normandy Shore Collection

United States of America1776 · 250 · 2026Commemorative Edition

Certificate of Provenance

Each keepsake includes a signed certificate documenting the authentic material, edition number, artist and date of creation.

250 of each style • 250 ornament sets

  • ArtworkYour piece
  • Edition numberYour number, of 250
  • MaterialsBorosilicate glass and sand from Utah and Omaha beaches in Normandy, France
  • ArtistLinda Harman
  • Created inIllinois, USA
  • Certificate numberUnique to your piece
  • Historical significanceThe Normandy coast was the site of the Allied landings on June 6, 1944, D‑Day, during the campaign to liberate Western Europe.

This piece was individually handmade as part of The Normandy Shore Collection, a limited commemorative edition created in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America.

Numbered and signed by Linda Harman

A Shoreline Marble resting in an open black velvet presentation box

Black velvet packaging

The Shoreline Marble is shown in its fitted black velvet box, ready to give, display or preserve.

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Liberty Twist Ornaments hanging on a lit Christmas tree
Historical Places

Carry a Place With You

For centuries, people have carried home stones, sand, shells, botanicals and other small reminders of meaningful places. Glass artist Linda Harman continues that tradition by preserving authentic materials within borosilicate glass. Historical Places creates lasting connections to places that inspire, shape, and define us.

The inaugural collection

The Normandy Shore Collection launches Historical Places, an ongoing Always With Me Glass line devoted to landscapes and landmarks whose stories deserve to be carried forward.

Authentic Normandy Sand

Every piece permanently preserves sand from Utah and Omaha beaches in Normandy, France, inside durable borosilicate glass.

The Normandy coast was the site of the Allied landings on June 6, 1944, D‑Day, during the campaign to liberate Western Europe.

Questions

Before you pre-order.

Pre-orders begin shipping November 11, when the collection officially launches on Veterans Day. We’ll email you the moment your piece ships.

Yes. Every piece permanently preserves sand from Utah and Omaha beaches in Normandy, France, inside durable borosilicate glass.

Yes. Only 250 of each collectible are made: 250 of each style and 250 ornament sets. Every piece is individually numbered and comes with a signed Certificate of Provenance.

Each piece is handmade. Natural variations in the glass, coloration, sand, and form are evidence of its individual creation and are not considered defects.

In a black velvet presentation box with its Certificate of Provenance. A considered presentation protects the glass and makes the collection ready to give, display or preserve.

Yes. Choose a quantity on any piece. Everything goes into one cart with the rest of the shop, so you can check out once.

Questions about the collection? Call or text (630) 644-9176 or email support@alwayswithmeglass.com.

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