Worshipful Company of Glass Sellers
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The Worshipful Company of Glass Sellers is a livery company of the City of London, England, descended from medieval guilds. While most livery companies lost control over their trades, the Glass Sellers have historically been involved in the glass market, keeping in touch with its needs. In the 17th century, they commissioned George Ravenscroft to develop a more durable glass than Venetian types, leading to the invention of lead crystal around 1675. This innovation significantly impacted English glassmaking, setting a new standard for quality and brilliance.123
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