On offer is a rare and characterful Victorian glass dump paperweight, dating to the 19th century. Hand-blown and heavy, this traditional form was often made by glassworkers at the end of a shift using leftover molten glass — making each piece completely unique.

This particular example features a beautifully encased flower motif, suspended within thick green-tinted glass. At approx. 4.25 inches tall, it’s a large and tactile example that feels both rustic and refined.

Some surface bruising is present, as shown in the images — a typical sign of age and authenticity for these working-class treasures.

📌 Key Features:

✅ Authentic 19th-century Victorian glass dump

✅ Encased flower design – hand-crafted in molten glass

✅ Height: approx. 4.25 inches

✅ Solid, heavy form with domed shape

✅ Condition: Good for age – bruising present on surface

✅ Displays beautifully with real presence and charm

💡 Styling Tip:
Use this as a centerpiece on a desk, shelf, or vintage book stack. It pairs beautifully with antique books, natural materials, and curiosities in a rustic or eclectic interior.

🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Paperweight and glass collectors
✔️ Enthusiasts of Victorian-era craftsmanship
✔️ Cabinet of curios lovers and decor stylists
✔️ Unique historical gifts with tactile charm

🔍 Provenance / Maker Notes:
“Dump” weights were often created by Victorian glassworkers as personal projects or for local sale. This example, with its thick form and green hue, is typical of British glasshouses of the period. Each one is inherently one-of-a-kind due to the hand-blown process.

📦 Shipping & International Buyers:
We offer worldwide tracked and insured shipping. All costs are clearly shown at checkout — no hidden fees. This item will be securely packed to ensure safe arrival.

This is more than a paperweight — it’s a piece of working-class glassmaking history, beautifully preserved. Unusual and deeply evocative.

📌 Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a genuine Victorian glass dump.
stock code, vgdp1