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Antique English Blue John or Derbyshire Spar Egg Shaped Paperweight

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A fine antique paperweight. Comprised of Blue John (also known as Derbyshire Spar), a rare form of fluorite from England with distinct purple & yellow band patterns. In an ovoid egg shape with a red felt base. Simply a great paperweight! Date: Early 20th Century or earlier Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There is a small nick to the surface of the paperweight. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Unknown Marks: Unmarked Measurements: Length: ca. 3 3/8 in. Width: ca. 2 1/3 in. Height: ca. 2 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 2.33 in (5.92 cm)Depth: 3.38 in (8.59 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There is a small nick to the surface of the paperweight. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV BR J221stDibs: LU1610229678802

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