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Title: ID bullet/dump shaped paperweight encased with green glass leaf /seaweed inside
Post by: glassamore on January 08, 2023, 10:06:58 PM

Hi all my wonderful knowledgeable friends on Glass Messages

I picked this nice paperweight up in a charity shop for a couple of pounds and before I add anything to my glass collection I always try and research the item so I know its pedigree.

This is a bullet / dump shaped paperweight. Measuring approx 13cms high x 4cms diameter at the base. the base is polished flat with no identification marks or stickers. Encased is a green organic plant leaf / seaweed shape. I can not tell if this is made of glass or it is encapsulated actual leaf structure but my guess is that it is glass.

Maker - designer - date? I would appreciate any pointers in identifying this lovely paperweight.

I have checked every image on paperweight.com and extensively on the net but not found a near match. I have another two paperweights I wish to find out designer maker date which I have added as separate topics.

Thanks in advance for your time and knowledge.

With best regards

Gary - Glass Amore

Title: Re: ID bullet/dump shaped paperweight encased with green glass leaf /seaweed inside
Post by: Lustrousstone on January 09, 2023, 09:12:29 AM

I think this is a Strathearn Tropic made between 1973 and 1980. This is mine http://lustrousstone.co.uk/cpg/displayimage.php?pid=2498. (BTW, you can't enclose anything organic in molten glass: too hot)

Title: Re: ID bullet/dump shaped paperweight encased with green glass leaf /seaweed inside
Post by: glassamore on January 09, 2023, 11:33:47 AM

Thank you so much Christine - Once you know the name and makers you can find examples on the net. Yes, I now feel stupid saying inside could be organic material as the molten glass would disintegrate it. Thanks again for your knowledge - I learn so much on Glass Messages and people are so helpful such as yourself.
Thanks again
With best regards
Gary - Glass Amore

Title: Re: ID bullet/dump shaped paperweight encased with green glass leaf /seaweed inside
Post by: glassamore on January 09, 2023, 11:37:44 AM

Thank you so much Christine - Once you know the name and makers you can find examples on the net. Yes, I now feel stupid saying inside could be organic material as the molten glass would disintegrate it. Thanks again for your knowledge - I learn so much on Glass Messages and people are so helpful such as yourself.
Thanks again
With best regards
Gary - Glass Amore