The Waterford Crystal Lismore pattern is one of the most iconic and enduring designs produced by Waterford, an Irish company renowned for fine crystal craftsmanship. Here’s a focused history and details specifically about your “VTG Marked Waterford Crystal Lismore Footed Cream and Open Sugar Bowl (Retired)” set:
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🔍 Overview of Waterford Crystal
• Founded: 1783 in Waterford, Ireland.
• Famous for: Hand-cut, leaded crystal; known for brilliance and clarity.
• Re-established: After a long closure, the company was revived in 1947 and reintroduced its traditional techniques and patterns.
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💎 Lismore Pattern
• Introduced: 1957.
• Designer: Miroslav Havel, Waterford’s chief designer.
• Design elements: Combines diamond and wedge cuts for a timeless, elegant look.
• Name origin: Inspired by Lismore Castle in County Waterford, Ireland.
• Most popular Waterford pattern: Still highly collectible and recognizable.
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🍶 Footed Creamer and Open Sugar Bowl
• “Footed” design: Adds elegance and height, often used for formal serving.
• Open sugar bowl: No lid; made to match the creamer in style and proportion.
• Lead content: Waterford used full lead crystal (typically 24% lead oxide), giving it brilliance and weight.
• Retired: This particular creamer and sugar bowl set has been retired, meaning Waterford no longer manufactures them—adding to their collectible value.
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🔍 “VTG Marked” Meaning
• VTG: Stands for vintage.
• Marked: Likely etched with the classic Waterford Gothic mark or the seahorse logo introduced later.
• Mark location: Often found on the base, etched lightly—can be hard to see without backlighting.
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🕰️ Retirement & Collectibility
• Lismore pattern is still in production, but certain items like footed cream and open sugar bowls have been discontinued.
• Retirement dates vary by piece; many accessories and tableware items were phased out in the 1980s–2000s.
Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or damages.
Further details please see all the pictures.
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