Coverage dated November 12, 2026

Master carver to engrave crystals from last year’s New Year’s Eve ball sold as mementos

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Dropped in Times Square on New Year’s Eve, the Constellation Ball was created with 5,280 Waterford crystals that incorporated three different designs to represent life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness in honor of the nation’s 250th birthday in 2026.

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    Master carver to engrave crystals from last year’s New Year’s Eve ball sold as mementos (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    Dropped in Times Square on New Year’s Eve, the Constellation Ball was created with 5,280 Waterford crystals that incorporated three different designs to represent life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness in honor of the nation’s 250th birthday in 2026.

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