Are all Caithness paperweights marked?

These paperweights are always LIMITED EDITIONS and contain the hooded monk trademark logo. from 1998 each limited to 50. limited to 50. Like all Caithness Limited Editions the Whitefriars paperweights were marked on the base CAITHNESS SCOTLAND together with the name of the paperweight and the edition number and size.

Is Caithness Glass still being made?

It was bought (out of receivership) in October 2006 by Dartington Crystal and continues to manufacture and sell glass paperweights (as of 2014). The factories in Wick, Oban and Perth all closed and were replaced by a smaller operation and visitors’ centre in Crieff.

Where are Caithness paperweights made?

Scotland
Exceptional Caithness Paperweights and Artglass, handcrafted in the heart of Scotland.

How is Caithness Glass marked?

Made by Caithness, marked to base. A red, green and clear British glass “Florette” flower shaped paperweight. Made by Caithness, marked to base. A pink, turquoise and clear British glass “Twirl” paperweight.

Are paperweights worth any money?

Because paperweights were all handmade, there are usually variations in each of them, which affect the value. Antique weights with most common designs – an example may be a single pansy by Baccarat – may sell for anywhere from $500 to $1,500, depending upon the quality.

What is Caithness famous for?

Caithness is well supplied with historic castles. The most famous is the Castle of Mey, the favoured retreat of the late Queen Mother.

How can you tell if a glass is monart?

Generally Monart glass is not signed, but it has a very distinctive pontil mark of a ground disc surrounded by a ground circle. There was a paper label attached to the ground pontil disc, but often these have been lost over the years.

When did Caithness Glass start?

1961
The Caithness story began in 1961 and has steadily grown into what is now the world’s leading producer of glass paperweights with a collection of more than 2,500 designs.

What is a Caithness paperweight?

The first Caithness paperweights were produced in 1969 in the North of Scotland using the traditional methods of millefiori and lampwork to create abstract shapes and bubbles.

What is an edition number on a paperweight?

Unlimited edition paperweights do not carry an edition number, but they do carry a hand-etched production code made up of a letter followed by a number, for example, E147. Caithness paperweights have a reputation for being the finest in the world and are highly collectable.

Can I get a valuation for my Caithness Glass archive paperweight?

Over many years Caithness Glass has produced thousands of much loved paperweights. Unfortunately we are not able to offer any valuations on archive products. We would recommend that you visit or contact a specialist in 20th Century glass for an accurate valuation.

How do I identify a first-quality Caithness glass paperweight?

All Caithness Glass first-quality paperweights are etched on the base with this marking and the name of the piece. Look for the code “CIIG.”