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Lot #23: Caithness Glass "Celebration Numeral 40" Paperweight

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$1.00

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Min bid required $2.00 ($2.36 with fees)

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5d left

Location:

Balfour Avenue, Victoria, BC, V9A 1S1

Pickup:

Mon, November 16 2026

Caithness Glass "Celebration Numeral 40" Paperweight • Caithness Glass originally founded in 1961 by Robin Sinclair in Wick, Scotland. He and Paul Ysart joined in 1962 and introduced paperweight artistry, and In 1968. Colin Terris joined as Head of the Design and Engraving Studio. • It features an internal layer of controlled bullicante air bubbles set against an amethyst or smoky purple glass core. The numeral "40" is sandblasted or etched onto the front surface, making it a popular commemorative gift for a 40th birthday or 40th wedding anniversary. • This piece was designed by Helen McDonald, and She joined the company in 1974 as a trainee glass engraver. • The Barcode Sticker is the original Caithness Glass factory retail sticker. The printed alphanumeric code U99174 is the internal factory inventory and design code used to track this specific "40" design through production and distribution. • If you peel these stickers off, you will find a smooth, flat-ground base, and the standard "Caithness Scotland" acid- etched signature stamp, which verifies it is an authentic studio piece. • This piece was made sometime between the late 1990's or early 2000's. • In excellent condition, no cracks, bruises or chips. View images • Weight: 1 lb. 11.75 oz. or 786 grams • 6.5 cm. x 8.5 cm. x 8.5 cm. Dimensions: 6.5 cm. x 8.5 cm. x 8.5 cm. Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Mon, November 16 2026

Category A: 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Pickup Location:  Balfour Avenue, Victoria, BC, V9A 1S1 View Map (opens in new window)


Bidding Starts:

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 12:00:00 AM UTC

Bidding Ends:

Saturday, November 14, 2026 between 3:00 AM and 3:30 AM

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Nov 5, 2026, 4:43:35 AM UTC

$1.00

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