Ralton is based in the heart of Crystal Valley, a region famous for its glassmaking heritage. The tradition of glass production in this region of North Bohemia dates back to the Middle Ages. Ralton’s home, the Crystal Valley, is situated on the border of the Krkonoše, Jizera and Lusatian Mountains. The rich history of glassmaking in this North Bohemian region dates to the Middle Ages, to the story of the Fišer brothers from Turnov who, after returning from Venice in 1711, discovered the secret of glass production from local raw materials. Another important milestone for the region was the establishment of the Eliáš Müller glassworks in 1712 on the Harrach family estate in Jilemnice. The tradition of glassmaking in the region was further developed by many important personalities such as Elias Palme, one of the most famous chandelier makers.

As early as the 18th century, local glassworks specialized not only in the production of functional and decorative glass but also in the manufacture of glass beads and jewelry. Josef Riedel also played a key role in the development of jewelry-making in the region in the 19th century. Thanks to the innovations and creativity of the glassmakers of the Crystal Valley, glass beads and jewelry became sought-after products on international markets. In 1920, the establishment of a glass school in Železný Brod contributed to the further development of glass crafts, including hand-pressing and jewelry-making.

To this day, traditional glassmaking, glass blowing, cutting and pressing can still be seen in the Crystal Valley. The rich history and tradition of the region attracts not only glass lovers but also tourists from all over the world.