Why does my waterford crystal say made in Italy?

How do you know if your Waterford crystal was made in Ireland?

Check the bottom of the piece of crystal. You will find a very small and faint logo that will actually say Waterford. I don't think that answers the person's question. Waterford crystal, beginning some time in the 1990's was being made in Slovenia, not Ireland. Now it might even be made in China. Point being, it is no longer made in Ireland UNLESS it's a high-end order from VIP's like Trump or the President, etc. So, the questions remains. How can a person tell if the crystal they already own was made in Ireland? Do they not stamp Waterford on the pieces made in Slovenia?

Who is the largest independent distributor for Waterford toasting flutes?

I think this is all based on opinion, but I have found many sites that say that Waterford Crystal Lismore is the largest distributor for Waterford toasting flutes.

How can you determine if it is real Waterford Crystal?

Most crystals that are sold are real because there are very few created crystals unlike diamonds. Looking at a crystal you can see how it is cut, the color, and imperfections. The only way to determine if a gemstone or a diamond is real or created is to take it to a jeweler and have him/her use the loop to tell you.

Was Waterford crystal always produced with the Waterford logo?

The current Seahorse label came into official use in 1986. Prior to that we used a Dolphin image taken from the Waterford Coat of Arms, with a Shamrock motif at the base. This image is based on a medieval artists impression of what a dolphin might look like and the artist portrayed it as a scaly "seahorse" like creature but with the tail turning to the back, opposite to an actual seahorse. This is why our current Seahorse label is anatomically incorrect and has a shamrock mutation in its tail. To this day old timers in the Company still refer to the label as the Dolphin but by 1986 most of our customers were referring to it as a Dolphin so the official change was made.Waterford Crystal Logo InfoOver the years the style of the Waterford logo and the Seahorse symbol have changed somewhat. Despite the changes, all Waterford products have continued to bear identification. Each piece of crystal is indelibly stamped, usually on the base, with the word "Waterford".In recent years, the image of the Seahorse has been paired with the word "Waterford" as the official backstamp. The stamping is faint, to avoid spoiling the crystal, and is best seen in bright light against a dark backgroundHere is a brief history on Waterford Crystal and a few other facts.The Penrose Glass House in Waterford, Ireland was founded by brothers George and William Penrose 1783. Due to the financial climate in 1851, largely due to excise duties the Penrose Glass House closed and never opened again. Any marked Penrose crystal would say "Penrose Waterford" So when anyone speaks of antique Waterford crystal they are speaking of crystal made in Waterford, Ireland by the Penrose Glass House only.The Waterford Crystal company we know today was founded in 1947 and that time frame is when the "Waterford" mark was first used. The Waterford mark was changed in 1999 to commemorate the Millennium and has a seahorse, like they use on their green and gold paper labels incorporate a into it. The first Waterford items marked that way were from their new Millennium collection.For those dealing in antique crystal; The Waterford company of today had no ties to the Penrose company. and while the Waterford company of today does claim Penrose as a part of their history; it's only about Waterford, Ireland history and both companies having produced crystal there.Great information, however all Waterford Crystal is not marked. There are two styles of marking that is used by Waterford. Etching is one and stamping is the other. Many of the older pieces and quite a few of the more elite patterns have items that are not etched or stamped. Lismore is a pattern that has many items that bear no Waterford marking other than the green and gold foil logo sticker.

Why did Waterford Crystal discontinue the Celtic Cross?

It's simple, they no longer manufacturer in Ireland. They now contract out with manufacturers in Germany, Slovania and dare i say, China.

What is the distance from Waterford Ireland to the nearest coast?

The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.The county of Waterford is a coastal county, so you could say zero. From Waterford city, it is about 7 miles or 11 kilometres to the nearest coastal areas.

Is lead in marquis waterford vintage glasses?

Yes it is. I used to have many of them and had no idea that they contained lead. I have recently stopped using all my crystal glasses by Waterford after having tested over 9 times the safe level for lead. They say the headaches will go away in a few months. Regards

Is Levi jeans made in Italy?

Look at the jeans tag, if it says made in Italy, then yes, if it does not say made in Italy, then no. If it does not say were it is made, then ask a person who is watching the shop if it is made in Italy. If you want to know on the internet before shopping for it, I'm sorry that I can not help.

Are oakley's that say made in Italy authentic?

Yes, the company Luxottica (who owns Ray Bans) bought them in 2007. Now some of the oakleys are made in Italy. Authentic Oakleys will say Made in USA or Made in Italy.

Is Justin Bieber coming to waterford?

Justin Bieber is coming to waterford today to watch the movie Never say never.

What are crystal balls?

Crystal balls are just a transparent sphere. Usually they are made out of glass or crystal. Some legends and myths say that crystal balls are used by fortune tellers to tell the future.

How do you say crystal in french?

"Crystal" in French is "cristal."