Waterford Crystal is one of the only places in the world that is highly successful with achieving a full 33% lead content in their Irish crystal. Adding lead to glass makes glass softer and more pliable. This pliability is what allows Waterford Crystal to carve such intricate, highly acclaimed designs into their glass.

Are there different qualities of Waterford crystal?

With light reflecting off each facet, Waterford pieces sparkle. While multiple patterns inherent in only Waterford crystal are produced, there are still replications and forgeries out there – but the quality of cutting is what sets real Waterford apart from the fakes.