Paperweights

Technically, any heavy object can be a paperweight. With that out of the way, let's get real. Most people won't take a rock from their garden and plop it down on a stack of IRS forms. Chances are that you already have, or are in the process of finding yourself a proper paperweight. The modern interest in paperweights was sparked in the 1850's by European glassmakers as an artistic accent for one's desktop. Ever since then, paperweights have been commonplace in most offices.

Modern paperweights are available in many styles and are made from many different types of substances. Materials such as glass, crystal, metal, and even wood are very popular amongst today's popular paperweights. Paperweight shapes aren't just relegated to a handful of geometric objects either. Popular paperweight forms include fruit, tools, busts, as well as a variety of other shapes.

Whether you choose a crystal apple or just opt to go out to your garden and grab a rock, chances are you're still going to need a paperweight regardless of type. Be sure to click on the links below to learn more about paperweights.