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Waterford Huntley Goblet/Red Wine Pair
For these Huntley glasses, Waterford uses a 15 degree wedge cutting stone to create maximum light refraction...

$89.00


Waterford Oversized Golf Club Head
Ideal for the sports enthusist in your life, the Oversized Golf Driver Head makes a grand statement of exceptional proportions...

$125.00

Interview: Read an exclusive Crystal Classics interview with
Mr. Jim O'Leary, about his time at Waterford Crystal.
About Jim O'Leary
The enchanting and gentlemanly Jim O’Leary is the driving force behind the design vision of Waterford Crystal. For over 50 years – his apprenticeship began when he was just a lad of 15 - Mr. O’Leary has made us smile and marvel at his considerable talents.

Jim O'Leary began his stellar career at Waterford Crystal in 1960, as an apprentice cutter. Reaching the pinnacle of his career in 1989, he was named Design Director, following just five years in the Design Department. He stands among the most renowned crystal designers in the world today. Every piece designed for Waterford is approved by Mr. O'Leary.

Jim has traveled extensively demonstrating and explaining the design ethos of Waterford Crystal to the public. His highly sought after repertoire of limited and exclusive creations, have delighted crystal collectors in the United States as well as Europe and Australia. Second only to Lismore, Jim's Araglin collection continues to be one of Waterford's most famous and successful patterns.
One of Jim's most significant contributions remains the Museum Collection. This series of limited editions was designed in the style of late 18th and 19th century Waterford masterpieces, now housed in the National Museum of Ireland.
Have Your Waterford Signed By Jim O'Leary, Waterford Chief Designer!
 
Mr. Jim O'Leary, one of the Waterford's most talented designers, will be on hand signing all Waterford purchases. This is a unique opportunity to turn your Waterford into a family heirloom for years to come.
 
Mr. O'Leary will be visiting us directly from Ireland, and with each piece Mr. O'Leary signs, Waterford will issue a special Certificate of Authenticity.
With a special etching tool Mr. O'Leary will permanently sign his name and a year, 2013, on each piece.
You can order your pieces anytime prior to the event, and we will have them signed, gift wrapped and shipped anywhere in the continental U.S. free of charge.
 

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Items designed by Jim O'Leary for Waterford
Waterford Westbury Footed Centerpiece, 10in
Waterford Westbury Footed Centerpiece, 10in Sale
Unmistakably Waterford the Westbury collection displays the beauty and craftsmanship of design by Waterford Crystal. Highlighted by 15 degree wedge cuts, this piece is exquisite and a wonderful treasure for any home.
Sale Only $596.25
158747
Waterford Newgrange 9in Ambassador Vase, Limited Edition
Waterford Newgrange 9in Ambassador Vase, Limited Edition New
This years Ambassador vase was inspired by the winter solstice sunrise at Newgrange. This stunning nine inch vase captures light and sparkle through the sunrise motif and open diamond cutting pattern and is named for the intriguing ancient Celtic time pieces.
 $395.00
162865
Waterford Westbury 9in Bowl
Waterford Westbury 9in Bowl Sale
Unmistakably Waterford the Westbury collection displays the beauty and craftsmanship of design by Waterford Crystal. Highlighted by 15 degree wedge cuts, this piece is exquisite and a wonderful treasure for any home.
Sale Only $281.25
158743
Waterford House of Waterford Jim OLeary Viking Bowl, Limited Edition
Waterford House of Waterford Jim OLeary Viking Bowl, Limited Edition New
Jim OLeary honors the Viking heritage of Waterford City with the superbly hand-cut Viking Bowl. The first in a new series of House of Waterford Crystal annual collector pieces that will be introduced once a year ina numbered limited edition.
 $550.00
159638
Waterford Westbury Bowl, 8in
Waterford Westbury Bowl, 8in Sale
Unmistakably Waterford the Westbury collection displays the beauty and craftsmanship of design by Waterford Crystal. Highlighted by 15 degree wedge cuts, this piece is exquisite and a wonderful treasure for any home.
Sale Only $243.75
158745
Waterford Westbury 10in Bowl
Waterford Westbury 10in Bowl Sale
Unmistakably Waterford the Westbury collection displays the beauty and craftsmanship of design by Waterford Crystal. Highlighted by 15 degree wedge cuts, this piece is exquisite and a wonderful treasure for any home.
Sale Only $318.75
158746
Waterford Lismore Celebrations Toasting Flute, Pair
Waterford Lismore Celebrations Toasting Flute, Pair New
In the new giftware collection, Celebrations, Waterford combines the well-known Lismore cutting techniques with the fanlight cut to create a completely new design from the best of the Waterford DNA. Graceful scalloped rims echo the arc of the fanlight, pays sentimental homage to the Georgian style architecture of Ireland.
Pair $150.00
159462
Waterford Lismore Celebrations Bud Vase 8in
Waterford Lismore Celebrations Bud Vase 8in New
The 60th anniversary tributes to the Lismore pattern continue with new giftware collection, Celebrations, Waterford combines the well-known Lismore cutting techniques with the fanlight cut to create a completely new design from the best of the Waterford DNA. Graceful scalloped rims echo the arc of the fanlight, Waterfords sentimental homage to the Georgian style architecture of Ireland.
 $135.00
159464
Waterford JOL Lismore Celebrations Flared Vase, 8in
Waterford JOL Lismore Celebrations Flared Vase, 8in New
The 60th anniversary tributes to the Lismore pattern continue with a generous contribution from Waterford Design Director Jim OLeary. In the new giftware collection, Jim OLeary Celebrations, Jim combines the well-known Lismore cutting techniques with his own signature fanlight cut to create a completely new design from the best of the Waterford DNA. Graceful scalloped rims echo the arc of the fanlight, OLearys sentimental homage to the Georgian style architecture of Ireland.
 $225.00
159463
Waterford Fanlight Tealight Votive
Waterford Fanlight Tealight Votive Sale
In this new piece, Waterford Design Director, Jim OLeary pays homage to the Georgian style architecture of Ireland with his signature fanlight design. Use as a votive or fill with your favorite candies or nuts. Tea candle included. 4" in width and 2 1/2" tall. Made in Ireland.
Now only $49.00
164098
Waterford Araglin Posy Vase
Waterford Araglin Posy Vase Sale
To further the celebration of Waterfords illustrious creative spokesperson and roving crystal ambassador, Waterford introduces the Araglin Prestige Collection, which takes one of Jims most enamored patterns and adds a striking blue hue to this already treasured series.
Now Only $69.00
154377
Waterford City 10 in. Bowl, Limited Edition
Waterford City 10 in. Bowl, Limited Edition New
Experience perfection in the beauty of the Waterford City 10 bowl, a limited edition piece, created exclusively for this years ambassador appearance. Using glass blowing and cutting techniques handed down through generations; the House of Waterford Crystals world-renowned craftsmen have dedicated themselves to once again reaching the pinnacle of artistic expression. Waterford, a thousand year old city, nestling on the sunny banks of the beautiful river Suir, was the favored city of several english monarchs who visited regularly and endowed the city with its famous Coat of Arms. Renowned for its beautiful examples of Georgian architecture and Viking Lanes, the city boasts a strong heritage for Art and Culture. This inspired the Penrose family, in 1783, to create the worlds finest crystal - Waterford, favored by the rich and famous across two continents, old europe and the emerging New World, America. The Waterford City 10 bowl encapsulates all this heritage and has been crafted with love by Waterford House of Crystal craftsmen whose commitment to creating classic designs that transcend time with unmistakable beauty is evident here. Treble diamond cutting encase the famous Waterford thumbprint cut developed by the Penrose family in 1783. The signature deep cutting and the quality of the crystal sparkles and dances in the light. This exclusive bowl will be a collectors piece for generations to come and is only available through the Fall 2012 event season.
 $350.00
159639
Waterford House of Waterford Designer Studio Castlewood Trifle Bowl
Waterford House of Waterford Designer Studio Castlewood Trifle Bowl New
Designed by Jim OLeary. Jim OLeary designed the majestic Castlewood Trifle Bowl, with a bold and distinctive pattern as homage to the great castles of Ireland. Scattered throughout the Irish countryside, these historic edifices remind us of the great clans and families of Ireland, and a proud and glorious heritage. each year, leading designers at Irelands House of Waterford Crystal studio are given the opportunity to craft a signature piece, a creation that showcases their individual skills and unique vision. The Designer Studio Collection gathers these exclusive works into a numbered, limited edition series for Fall. This year the team set their talents to creating a collection of magnificent barware and entertaining pieces.
 $2100.00
160033
Waterford Lismore Celebrations Bowl, 8in
Waterford Lismore Celebrations Bowl, 8in New
The 60th anniversary tributes to the Lismore pattern continue with a generous contribution from Waterford Design Director Jim OLeary. In the new giftware collection, Celebrations, Waterford combines the well-known Lismore cutting techniques with the signature fanlight cut to create a completely new design from the best of the Waterford DNA. Graceful scalloped rims echo the arc of the fanlight, a sentimental homage to the Georgian style architecture of Ireland.
 $250.00
160427
Waterford Carina Flute
Waterford Carina Flute 
The Carina stemware pattern has been designated as "Special Order". It may take 3-6 months for orders to arrive from Ireland.
 $150.00
6121900400
Waterford Araglin Claret Wine
Waterford Araglin Claret Wine 
Whether its perfect diamonds or good champagne, everyone appreciates some sparkle. The Araglin pattern is adorned with diamond and vertical wedge cuts and fashioned into a delicate tulip shape. Nothing surpasses this crystals brilliant shine. In the third century of Waterford Crystals history, Jim OLeary responded to his well-developed sense of a new generation of Waterford crystal brides and created a stemware pattern defined by its distinctive new contour and lighter cut. Araglin quickly became a national favorite and second only to Lismore in the hearts of Waterford crystal enthusiasts.
 $75.00
6123940600
Waterford JOL Lismore Celebrations Footed Centerpiece
Waterford JOL Lismore Celebrations Footed Centerpiece New
The 60th anniversary tributes to the Lismore pattern continue with a generous contribution from Waterford. In the new giftware collection, Celebrations, Waterford combines the well-known Lismore cutting techniques with the signature fanlight cut to create a completely new design from the best of the Waterford DNA. Graceful scalloped rims echo the arc of the fanlight, Waterfords sentimental homage to the Georgian style architecture of Ireland. Made in Ireland.
 $695.00
159466
Waterford Jim Oleary Family Crest Ornament
Waterford Jim Oleary Family Crest Ornament Sale
Jim OLeary, Design Director and global spokesperson, will celebrate his 50th Anniversary at Waterford Crystal in 2010. The inspiration for this special anniversary collection came from the magnificent architecture of the Georgian period of 18th century Dublin, known as The Age of exuberance, when everything had not only to be functional but beautful. The main motif has been insired by the Fanlight over the Dublin Doors of Merrion Square. The elegant fanlight was so designed to allow the light from within to pour out on to the street to light the way of the owners returning from their places of work and also provide a warm welcome to arriving guests. The motif captures the magnificent sparkle of the cut crystal and is equally a metaphor for the warmth that Jim exudes to his patrons and vice versa. This ornament comes with a jeweled ornament hanger and a removable 2010 hang tag.
Final Sale $45.00
153972
Waterford Classic Seahorse Vase, 10in
Waterford Classic Seahorse Vase, 10in 
The Seahorse pattern was the brainchild of Jim OLeary, introduced to the world in 2001. The pattern incorporates a multitude of exquisite cutting techniques, and is truly worthy of being identified as "master craftsmanship". The Seahorse Collection by Waterford takes inspiration from the logo of the Waterford company and the crest of the historical city of Waterford, where Irelands premiere fine crystal is produced.
 $395.00
108095
Waterford Araglin Footed 9
Waterford Araglin Footed 9" Bud Vase 
To further the celebration of Waterfords illustrious creative spokesperson and roving crystal ambassador, Waterford introduces the Araglin Prestige Collection, which takes one of Jims most enamored patterns and adds a striking blue hue to this already treasured series.
 $150.00
154383
Waterford JOL Lismore Gate Footed Vase, 14in
Waterford JOL Lismore Gate Footed Vase, 14in 
Limited edition of 60 pieces. Waterford City, Ireland is home to the House of Waterford Crystal, where skilled craftsmen carry on centuries-old traditions of mouth-blowing, hand sculpting, engraving and finishing. The prestige Lismore Collector Items epitomize the highest level of craft, and further commemorates Lismore as the worlds most beloved cut crystal pattern. In celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Lismore, member of Waterfords premiere design team - Jim OLeary has created his own unique interpretations of the iconic Lismore pattern. Only 60 of each memorable piece will be crafted, giving true meaning to the phrase "collectors item." Synonymous with luxury and fine living, the Waterford Crystal Lismore pattern has been Waterfords pre-eminent design for 60 years. Derived from the Gaelic "lios more", meaning "great ringfort", Lismore was inspired by the gothic architecture of the 800 year-old Lismore Castle in County Waterford, Ireland. Ancestral home to englands Dukes of Devonshire since the 18th century, the famed castle overlooks the beautiful Muster countryside of the Irish coast. Influenced by the 18th century crystal designs of Waterford founders George and William Penrose, Waterford Crystal designer Miroslav Havel created the Lismore pattern in 1953. The pattern features refined diamond cuts- a signature of early Penrose designs- and a symmetrical series of upward flowing wedge cuts. The clarity of the crystal combined with the refraction of light through the cutting created what the world now treasures- the enduring allure of Lismore.
 $1750.00
156517
Waterford Heritage Seahorse Collection 12in Bowl
Waterford Heritage Seahorse Collection 12in Bowl 
The Seahorse pattern was the brainchild of Jim OLeary, introduced to the world in 2001. The pattern incorporates a multitude of exquisite cutting techniques, and is truly worthy of being identified as "master craftsmanship". The Seahorse Collection by Waterford takes inspiration from the logo of the Waterford company and the crest of the historical city of Waterford, where Irelands premiere fine crystal is produced. Whether you use it to serve fresh fruit, or display in on its own, this resplendent 12" Bowl makes a noteworthy addition to any shelf or table.
 $1200.00
156038
Waterford Designer Studio Jim OLeary Tara Bowl
Waterford Designer Studio Jim OLeary Tara Bowl 
Limited edition of 200 pieces! Over the course of two centuries, Waterford has showcased the talents of some of the finest designers in the business. Those skills are recognized in the Designer Studio collection; which recognizes and celebrates contemporary craftsmanship from the Waterford factory. Designer Jim OLeary used the heritage Tara pattern in the crafting of this stunning Bowl; which makes a dramatic statement on any shelf or mantel.
 $3000.00
156064
Waterford Araglin Prestige Cobalt Vase, 7
Waterford Araglin Prestige Cobalt Vase, 7" 
To further the celebration of Waterfords illustrious creative spokesperson and roving crystal ambassador, Waterford introduces the Araglin Prestige Collection, which takes one of Jims most enamored patterns and adds a striking blue hue to this already treasured series.
 $325.00
154451
Waterford JOL Lismore Celebrations Shield Ornament
Waterford JOL Lismore Celebrations Shield Ornament 
Waterford Jim OLeary Lismore Celebrations showcases Jim OLearys brilliance and design vision. This Lismore Ornament features the artistic abilities of Jim OLeary and makes a perfect gift for any occasion.
 $65.00
159465
Waterford Lismore 2013 Celebration Red Ornament
Waterford Lismore 2013 Celebration Red Ornament Sale
This beautiful Lismore ornament combines the well-known Lismore cutting techniques with simple yet elegant design additions. The shape pays homage to many Irish family creasts. Makes a perfect gift for any occasion and a great family heirloom.
Now Only $55.00
161601
Waterford Araglin Prestige Cobalt Bowl, 7
Waterford Araglin Prestige Cobalt Bowl, 7" 
To further the celebration of Waterfords illustrious creative spokesperson and roving crystal ambassador, Waterford introduces the Araglin Prestige Collection, which takes one of Jims most enamored patterns and adds a striking blue hue to this already treasured series.
 $350.00
154449
Waterford Heritage Seahorse Collection Punch Bowl
Waterford Heritage Seahorse Collection Punch Bowl 
The Seahorse pattern was the brainchild of Jim OLeary, introduced to the world in 2001. The pattern incorporates a multitude of exquisite cutting techniques, and is truly worthy of being identified as "master craftsmanship". The Seahorse Collection by Waterford takes inspiration from the logo of the Waterford company and the crest of the historical city of Waterford, where Irelands premiere fine crystal is produced. This Punch Bowl is a stunning way to serve both spiked and virgin punches, and showcases their color and contents beautifully through a pattern of delicate crystal cuts inspired by the shape and scales of a seahorse. H: 12 1/2" x W: 11"
 $1800.00
156039
Waterford Decades 1990s Hurricane
Waterford Decades 1990s Hurricane 
The Decades Collection - To celebrate Jim OLearys fifty momentous years, Waterford Crystal is releasing the new Decades Collection which reflects on inspiration from the Sixties, Seventies, eighties, Nineties and the 21st Century. The Decades Collection features the highly anticipated limited edition prestige pieces including a 1960s 20 Footed Vase, and a 1970s 11 Footed Centerpiece. Other prestige pieces include a 200s Modern Vase, a 1990s Hurricane and a 1980s Araglin Bowl.
 $1500.00
153973
 

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Facts about Waterford:

For centuries the Irish have been supreme artists in glass. It is one of the great traditions in the realm of art, a tradition founded on patient and meticulous hand craftsmanship.

Skill of Irish Craftsmen

The skill of Irish hands is only part of the story - there is also an uncanny power in those hands to impart something magical to glass. And in all of Ireland, no hands have been more patient, more meticulous, or more blessed with the elusive powers of art than the hands of Waterford crystal's craftsmen.

Since 1783

When the brothers George and William Penrose founded the Waterford Glass House in 1783, they made a bold promise - to make Waterford crystal in "as fine a quality as any in Europe in the most elegant style."

It was no idle boast. They had in hand the old secrets of mingling minerals and glass to create Waterford crystal of beautiful and mysterious qualities. It sang sweetly at the tap of a finger. It felt soft and warm to the touch yet possessed strength and durability known only to Waterford crystal. And it radiated a distinctive, silvery white brilliance, which Waterford Crystal's artists enhanced with deeply - cut ornamentation that gave the finished pieces a vivacious, traditional Waterford crystal sparkle.

Tradition Continues

This great tradition lay dormant for a hundred years. But when Irish independence rekindled a passion for Irish arts in the 1940s and 1950s, a group of businessmen resolved to bring back to life the industry that had made the city of Waterford famous. They recruited a small band of hand - picked artists, and under the guidance of these masters, young apprentices learned the intricacies of the art of crysta l. In a few short years Waterford Crystal reclaimed its pride of place. Once more, it is the customary gift for royalty and heads of state. Patience, skill, and artistry had wrought a triumph at Waterford crystal.

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