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Glass Identification - Post here for all ID requests => Glass Paperweights => Topic started by: nicky00 on January 28, 2013, 11:56:48 PM

Title: Artcristal Bohemia Red Swirl predominant
Post by: nicky00 on January 28, 2013, 11:56:48 PM

Hi,

This is my first paperweight collected. It has a hole in the top

Can any one tell me anything more about this weight other than whats written on the label.

Thanks
Nicky

Title: Re: Artcristal Bohemia Red Swirl predominant
Post by: tropdevin on January 29, 2013, 08:57:41 PM

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Apart from the period of manufacture, I think the label says it all! It is from one of the Czech factories that churned out similar pieces. My guess on date is 1970 - 2000. But as with any paperweight, what really matters is whether you like it...if you do, great.  :)

Alan

Title: Re: Artcristal Bohemia Red Swirl predominant
Post by: Lustrousstone on January 29, 2013, 08:59:41 PM

Post 1993, when the Czech Republic was formed.

Title: Re: Artcristal Bohemia Red Swirl predominant
Post by: nicky00 on January 29, 2013, 10:32:27 PM

Thanks Christine and Alan :)

Title: Re: Artcristal Bohemia Red Swirl predominant
Post by: ahremck on February 02, 2013, 12:24:53 AM

I doubt it was sold as a paperweight.  It seems to me to be an oil lamp with the wick mechanism missing.  They used to be turned brass but these days are often plastic.

Ross