One of the things I learned here is just because something is old doesn't mean that gives it value. If you like it, then by all means keep it...
He did a beautiful job!
Oh you mean when she becomes one of us? :D
I hope so. She is 4.
Looks like with both those metals I will have to use a soft cloth and warm soapy water and hope for the best. Thank you for your help. I am sure...
Zinc! Interesting. It is also a shiny silver metal. Thank you.
Thanks for adding the thought about the alloy. I figured aluminum couldn't weigh this much but combined with something heavier.
Perfect. I love the information about why it might be an aluminum alloy. That would account for the shiny surface. This gives me also a lead to...
What a treasure hunt within a box. Every little bit is wonderful.
Excellent idea. I hadn't thought about that. Not magnetic though.
My paperweight addition is very strong right now, but this 1930s Chinese weight was cheap. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I picked this up for a child I know, but wanted to figure out what it is made of first. (I haven't asked her parents, so she may already have a...
I always read your posts with such interest and gratitude that you take your time to share information. I want to do my little part.
We are all in this together. If I find out something that can help the other members, then I am paying back all the help I get and am grateful for.
Fascinating. I had no idea it was so complicated. Modern manufacturing techniques make this stuff seem so easy, but all the hand work makes the...
Thanks for the heads up!
Mystery solved by the Murano Glass Group. I was going to sell this piece because I need to make space and asked around at Paperweight Heaven for...
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Welcome. Suzy.
Cheryl, Thanks for weighing in. I appreciate you identifying its use as it is too big for my spooner. I love it when you talk the silver...
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