Yesterday, I saw a piece signed "MICHAEL RAYNER 3RD JULY 1974" and I was curious (no change there then) to find out more. I've googled him and found some links for old/gone ebay listings that had his name with Isle of Wight Glass. Couldn't find a reference to him on the IOW website so I thought I'd ask if anyone knew anything.
It's possible the engraving might have been for a christening gift and the name and date were for the baby and birth date.......
Thanks
Cat