What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: In this house lived John Dagnia. Cleadon House was the family of John Dagnia famed for the introduction in the 18th Century of lead crystal, the quality and brilliance of which was unparalleled in Britain at that time. Recorded plaque organisation: South Tyneside Council.
John Dagnia was a glassmaker renowned for introducing high-quality lead crystal to Britain in the 18th century, significantly impacting the glass industry with his innovative techniques.
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