Paperweights
![Bronze gilt paperweight of Qing Dynasty: Height: 4.5cm, width: 6cm, weight: 601g](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8485/331512/178826749_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717557233)
![A GILT-BRONZE 'RABBIT' PAPERWEIGHT: 漢 銅鎏金兔鎮 HAN (206 B.C.-220 A.D.) 尺寸(size):10.3 cm Length, 6.6 cm Height。](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6892/333383/180017222_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718369122)
![1941 Germany 50 Pfennig. Historic Symbol. AU.: 1941 Germany 50 Pfennig. Historic Symbol. AU.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6586/332942/179735188_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718032039)
![1896 & 1897 Canadian Cents: 1896 & 1897 Canadian Cents](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6586/333268/179911564_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718302573)
![1881-O Morgan Silver Dollar: 1881-O Morgan Silver Dollar](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6586/333658/180254597_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718629157)
![Brass Alligator Paperweight Desk Figure: 5" long x 2 1/8" Wide This vintage antique style brass alligator paperweight desk figure is a unique and eye-catching decorative piece that will add character to any desk or office space. Measuring ap](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/332836/179635835_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718142814)
![Iron Heart Paperweight: 1 7/8" Wide 1 3/4" tall A wonderful reproduction cast iron heart. Many times the symbol of a heart in an open palm is symbolic of an open welcome or charity. It has also been the symbol of the The Ind](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/332836/179635636_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718142814)
![Swarovski Silver Crystal Paperweight, Sweetheart: Faceted heart wrapped in satin crystal bow is part of the Exquisite Accents theme group. Swarovski backstamp. 7480 000 001. This item has its original box: 4"L x 4"W x 3"H. Artist: Edith Mair Issued:](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6087/332376/179257368_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717515667)
![4pc Swarovski Crystal Paperweights, Heart, Diamonds & Tulips: Includes: Yellow crystal heart from the 2004 SCS renewal gift, laser engraving of ballerina flats, includes certificate and the original box, dimensions: 2.5''H x 3''dia. Alongside two paperweight dia](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6087/332376/179257357_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717515667)
![Two Contemporary Glass Paperweights: Featuring 2 Paperweights Measuring 3" Diameter, Green Globe And Blue/red Millefiori. Condition Is Good On All Items With No Chips, Nicks Or Cracks.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1172/332993/179756136_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718054568)
![Acrylic Coin Paperweight: Measures 2 3/4 inches cubed](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2793/333312/179948481_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718308969)
![Vintage Italian Brass Paperweight: This lot contains Vintage Italian Brass Paperweight. It is approx 4-1/4" x 3" x 1" and weighs about 2.0lbs. Overall the Italian Paperweight is in good used condition with signs of light we](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6056/333621/180221877_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718562288)
![Brass Blue Crab Paperweight Decor: 6″ long, 5-1/2″ wide, 2-1/4″ tall Solid brass blue crab paperweight or table-top piece to suit any beach or nautical decor. Solid, antiqued brass for a vintage look Great as a paper](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/332836/179635684_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718142814)
![A Paperweight?: 5 3/4" tall](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3256/332910/179702357_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717997646)
![Murano Art Glass Paperweight: Vintage Murano Magnum Size Art Glass Paperweight. unsigned. measures: 2-3/4" x 3-1/2". Condition: Good Condition. Estimate 50 - 150 Domestic shipping Third Party](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7976/333599/180205976_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718485713)
![Vintage Caithness Art Glass Paperweight: Vintage Caithness "Calypso" Art Glass Paperweight. Signed. Measures 3" x 3". Condition: Good condition. Estimate 40 - 120 Domestic shipping Third party](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7976/333599/180205975_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718485713)
![Vintage Murano Paperweight: Vintage Murano Aquarium Paperweight. Unsigned. Measures 5" x 4-3/4". Condition: Good Condition. Estimate 50 - 150 Domestic shipping Third Party](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7976/333599/180205934_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718661994)
![A Control Bubble Art Glass Paperweight: 3 3/4" tall](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3256/332910/179702941_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717997646)
![Etched Glass Horse Motif Paperweight: 4 1/2" tall](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3256/332911/179701776_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717997495)
![Spirit of 76 Artglass Paperweight: 3 1/4" in diameter](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3256/332911/179701355_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717997495)
![An Eagle Glass Paperweight: 4 1/4" wide](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3256/332913/179701232_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717997248)
News about Paperweights
![Glass treasures, from paperweights to Tiffany, at Jeffrey S. Evans, Oct. 13-15](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2022-Oct-13-15-Presale-PR_4-1.jpg)
Glass treasures, from paperweights to Tiffany, at Jeffrey S. Evans, Oct. 13-15
MT. CRAWFORD, Va. – The Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates Fall Fine & Decorative Arts Auction contains a wide selection of desirable material, from contemporary paperweights and Tiffany art glass to Mid-century Modern and Continental furniture. The auction will take place during three days: Thursday, October 13; Friday, October 14; and Saturday, October 15. Absentee […]
![Paperweights add heft to Jeffrey S. Evans auction, April 20-23](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022-April-20-23-Presale-PR_4-1.jpg)
Paperweights add heft to Jeffrey S. Evans auction, April 20-23
MT. CRAWFORD, Va. – The Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates Spring Fine & Decorative Arts Auction contains everything from contemporary paperweights and French art glass to antique sewing accoutrements and mid-century Modern material. The sale will take place during four days, from Wednesday, April 20 through Saturday, April 23, and bidding opens at 9 am […]
![Paperweights a top attraction in Jeffrey Evans Apr 22-24 sale](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021-Apr-22-24-Presale-PR_1-1.jpg)
Paperweights a top attraction in Jeffrey Evans Apr 22-24 sale
MT. CRAWFORD, Va. – The Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates Spring Fine & Decorative Arts Auction contains everything from contemporary paperweights and Tiffany art glass to ethnographic art and fine jewelry. The auction will take place from April 22-April 24, and sessions on all three days commence at 9:30 am Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live […]
![Paperweights magnify delicate glass artistry](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/paperweight.jpg)
Paperweights magnify delicate glass artistry
NEW YORK – Paperweights are small, heavy objects used to pin down flyaway papers. Although a stray stone could do the trick, early Victorians often favored fashionable bronze alabaster, marble or Derbyshire spar (quartz) weights. Pietro Bigaglia, a glassmaker from Murano, Venice, exhibited the first dated glass weights at the 1845 Vienna Industrial Exhibition. Their […]