A piece of history. They are a piece of history.
What Were They Used For?
Paperweights. They were used to hold down papers.
Decorative objects. They were used as decorative objects.
**To display. They were displayed on desks and tables.
To impress guests. They were used to impress guests.
As a symbol of strength. They were a symbol of strength and health.
As a collectible item. They were collected as decorative items.
The History of Crystal Dumbbell Paperweights
The 19th century. The 19th century was the golden age of glass paperweights.
European glassmakers. European glassmakers created elaborate paperweights.
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