Shannon Crystal Footed Votive or Egg Cup

This item is a clear, cut-glass vessel, likely a votive candle holder or an egg cup, resting on a pedestal base. The piece is constructed from 24% lead crystal, as indicated by the original gold foil circular sticker on the base. It features a decorative hand-finished cut pattern on the bowl and a traditional starburst or sunburst cut design on the underside of the circular foot. The glass exhibits high clarity and a brilliant refractive quality typical of lead crystal. The base is faceted around the edge to catch light. One of the primary identification markers is a blue and white diamond-shaped paper label that reads 'Shannon CRYSTAL' with a smaller logo above it, associated with Godinger Silver Art Co. The item appears to be in good vintage condition with no visible chips or cracks. The presence of the original factory labels suggests it has seen little to no practical use. Based on the labeling and style, this piece likely dates from the late 20th century (1980s-1990s). The craftsmanship is characteristic of mass-market luxury crystalware, featuring sharp, uniform cuts and heavy weight for its size.

I have examined the images of this Shannon Crystal footed vessel, identified by its original foil labels as 24% lead crystal distributed by Godinger Silver Art Co. The piece features a classic cut pattern on the bowl and a starburst design on the foot, indicative of the company's late 20th-century production, likely manufactured in Ireland or Eastern Europe for the American mass market. Condition appears excellent; the presence of both the blue diamond 'Shannon Crystal' label and the gold '24% Lead Crystal' sticker suggests the item has been unused or serving merely as display stock, retaining its original clarity without visible clouding or flea bites. Authenticity is straightforward here as the labels are intact and consistent with known branding from this period. However, limitations exist in purely visual appraisal: without physical handling, I cannot detect microscopic rim chips or confirm the specific 'ring' resonance of the lead crystal, though visual refraction is promising. Market conditions for Shannon Crystal are currently soft. While Godingers’s Shannon line is a respectable entry-level crystal brand known for decent hand-finishing, it was produced in high volumes and does not command the premiums associated with heritage houses like Waterford or Baccarat. Comparables for single votives or egg cups in this pattern frequently sell on secondary markets (eBay, Etsy) in the $10-$20 range, often requiring the original box to reach the higher end. The value here is driven primarily by its pristine condition and retained labeling rather than scarcity.