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 Cricket Gifts Glasses/Mugs/ Photo Frames/ Plates US $16.59 
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 Rosenthal Lead Crystal Paperweight Red Star NIB US $17.99
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 Swarovski, Signed Whale Paikea SCS 2012 VIP Lounge 60mm Round Paperweight US $175.00
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 B & W ' Comfy ' Cat Pottery Paper Weight Xmas Pet Gift Vet Cattery Office Mum US $14.21
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 Glass Heart Paper Weights US $12.00
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 NEW BRONZE PATINA LARGE 9.5"H VITRUVIAN MAN STATUE FIGURINE PAPERWEIGHT DA VINCI US $29.99
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 Personalised Fishing Gifts Glasses/Mugs/ Photo Frames/ Plates US $22.44
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 Raffles Hotel paperweight fridge magnet NEW, RARE US $7.89
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 Diamond Jubilee 2012 Paper Weight US $14.21
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 Orange Winged Fairy Paperweight US $29.99
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 DIGITAL DESK CLOCK PAPERWEIGHT CA BE USED FOR CRAFT PRO US $4.99
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 Pure Super ORANGE CALCITE Healing Crystal Heart Point Paperweight Giant Beauty! US $125.00
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 Beautiful Laser Cut Glass Paperweight with Etched Jack Russell US $5.95
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 KALIFANO 4" GEMSTONE GLOBE PAPERWEIGHT - NEW US $79.99
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 GLASS PAPERWEIGHT ~ FISH SHAPED ~ RETAILED $36.95~ NEW US $24.99
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 BLUE ,RED, & WHITE MILLEFIORE GLASS PAPERWEIGHT US $9.85
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 glass dragonfly glass paperweight etching dragonfly in cube glass dragonfly NIB US $3.00
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 Ferrari 612 ALUMINUM Model Car 1:32, FERRARI 612 PAPER WEIGHT COLLECTORS ITEM US $93.00
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 Real Rhinoceros Beetle Specimen Paperweight L11*W4*H2.8cm*W154g hot gift US $.01
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 Vintage Signed Gentile Glass Merry Xmas Happy & New Year Paperweight Mint Cond US $35.00
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 THE WINCHESTER STORE PAPER WEIGHT US $30.29
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 AVON SNOWFLAKE CRYSTAL PAPERWEIGHT MADE IN FRANCE US $15.99
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 4 x specimen turned wood paperweights US $28.45
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 2"(50MM) SODALITE MOONFACE PAPERWEIGHT CARVING #4 US $13.45
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 Fiddlers Elbow Bunny Paperweight Critter Paper Weight Marjolein Bastin Rabbit US $13.00
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 motorcycle paperweight great Father's Day gift US $23.00
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 Glowing Jellyfish Glass Lighted Paperweight Mantle Decoration US $21.99
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 ROUND PINK GLASS PAPERWEIGHT BEADS FOR STRINGING -- 4pcs -- 10mm US $1.98
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 NWT Vintage Black Clock Canvas Door Stop / Paper Weight US $11.99
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 Leather Photo Paper Weight 3.5" x 3.5" Choose Leather Color US $5.99
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 Murano Art Glass Blue Yellow Green Millefiori Art Glass Paperweight NIB US $89.99
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 ELLIOT HALL - PUFFIN PAPERWEIGHT - LIMITED EDITION US $382.00
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 Murano Art Glass Blue Red Green Millefiori Art Glass Paperweight NIB US $89.99
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 Hall of Fame 19th Century Glove Paperweight US $9.99
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 Murano Art Glass Blue Stars and Red Green Millefiori Art Glass Paperweight NIB US $89.99
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 BC Eagles Logo - Boston College Glass Paperweight US $16.50
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 Crystal Collection Globe Paperweight US $9.32
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 Crystal Heart Paperweight Diamond Shaped US $9.36
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 Murano Art Glass Yellow Daisy Red White Millefiori Art Glass Paperweight NIB US $89.99
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 WOOD PAPERWEIGHT / ORNAMENT - Sheepdog Trial US $12.63
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 Crystal Translucent Skull Statue Paperweight Skeleton Head Figurine Halloween US $34.99
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 BEAUTIFUL TOME METALS(COMPARE TO NAMBE) PAPERWEIGHTS*TURQUOISE ONLAY*SMALL* US $19.99
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 BEAUTIFUL TOME METALS(COMPARE TO NAMBE) PAPERWEIGHTS*TURQUOISE ONLAY*LARGE* US $29.99
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 SOLID CRYSTAL GLASS SERENITY PRAYER PAPERWEIGHT PLAQUE DESK ACCESSORY US $29.99
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 2 1/2" 4x Folding Paperweight Magnifier,Chrome,SDA2-94S US $10.19
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 @GLASS@PAPERWEIGHT@ADVERTISING@NEW JERSEY CRIS 1994 THANK YOU RECOVERY TEAM@ US $14.99
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 The CT Connecticut State Capitol Pewter Paperweight US $12.99
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 Union Soldier Paperweight US $13.99
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 Weevil Snout Beetle Specimen - in Lucite Paper Weight 7.2*4*2 cm US $.01
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 MURANO ITALY ART GLASS CRYSTAL PENGUIN PAPERWEIGHT US $64.00
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 Glass Paperweight Doll Eyes, 30mm Antique Gray, Large ! US $45.00
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 Indian Feathers 2 Wolves Heads Wolf Glass Paperweight Laser Etched NEW in Box US $7.50
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 Vintage Needlepoint Design Paperweight Inital M US $36.99
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 Glass Paperweight Doll Eyes, 30mm Green, Large ! US $45.00
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 Fish Memo Holder and Paper Weight SCUBA US $9.95
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 Steve Davis APPROX. 3" WIDE COLORFUL CANE 2012 PAPERWEIGHT US $11.50
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 SUPERGIRL DC Comics Justice League BUST PAPERWEIGHT New US $13.95
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 WONDER WOMAN DC Comics Justice League BUST PAPERWEIGHT US $13.95
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 Glass Paperweight Doll Eyes, 28mm Antique Gray, Large ! US $45.00
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 Glass Paperweight Doll Eyes, 26mm Antique Gray, Large ! US $39.99
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 Glass Paperweight Doll Eyes, 24mm Antique Gray, Large ! US $29.99
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 Green Lantern Sculpted Resin Symbol Paperweight US $10.00
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 Crystal Treasures #56452 Classic Pooh Logo Paperweight, MIB from Retail Store US $58.50
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 SPIDERMAN 3 Marvel Comics Superhero FIGURAL PAPERWEIGHT US $25.95
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 "Diamond" Decorative Paper Weight, Glass US $9.89
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 CRYSTAL HEART PAPERWEIGHT US $5.99
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 MATS JONASSON Crystal Paperweight Duckling at Water NIB NEW US $69.00
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 SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 CRYSTAL PAPERWEIGHT PLANE HITTING TOWERS NEW YORK CITY US $19.96
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 Adam Jablonski Lead Crystal Art Glass/Paperweight - New US $26.95
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 SUSAN WALLACE BARNES PAPERWEIGHT Bride Groom Wedding Beach Design NIB US $19.95
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 SUSAN WALLACE BARNES PAPERWEIGHT Beach Umbrella Ocean Summer Design NIB US $19.95
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 New Glow in the Dark Glass Lime Green Paperweight US $23.99
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 NEW AUTH COACH MENS GENUINE LEATHER BROWN FOOTBALL PAPERWEIGHT W/BOX UNIQUE US $49.99
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 Harry s Truman paper weight US $1.99
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 old Acme Oil Company glass paperweight New York Pennsylvania Petroleum Crown US $40.00
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 BUICK DEALERSHIP PAPERWEIGHT-HEAVY US $14.95
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 LLADRO, GLOBE PAPERWEIGHT, RETIRED, #16138, MIB US $199.95
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 cast ALUMINUM plaque of FROG wall or lawn decoration door knocker paperweight US $16.95
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 Diamond Paperweight Schildkraut 4 prong 5"x4 " In Original Box never been Opened US $9.00
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 30CM SMART FRENCH FG REPRODUCTION WITH PAPERWEIGHT EYES AND WIG US $37.91
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 Sea Turtle Paperweight in ArtGlass flat Green SeaTurtle US $18.00
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 New Hand Blown Glow in the Dark Glass Berry Sorbet Paperweight US $59.99
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 Paperweight Amelia art glass Blue cloud Apple New & Bxd. US $23.04
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 Sea Turtle Paperweight ArtGlass flat Purple SeaTurtle US $18.00
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 FATHER'S DAY- FOR DAD WITH HEARTS PAPERWEIGHT US $4.99
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 FATHER'S DAY- "YOUR A STAR" DOUBLE SIDED heavy GLASS PAPERWEIGHT -COMES BOXED US $8.99
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 PERSONALIZED CRYSTAL PAPERWEIGHT DESK TOP GREAT GIFTS! US $14.95
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 Golf Ball Paper Weight /utility bag, plastic sunglasses US $7.50
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 Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds Glass Laser Etching Paperweight NEW (CB) US $49.99
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Why Fine Calligraphy Requires Much More Than Simply Fine Writing Paper
In general, people are attracted to the skilfully and elegantly written word. In fact, few would disagree that the art of handwriting, otherwise known as calligraphy, is amongst the most appealing art forms. Millions of people world wide take up calligraphy, investing in calligraphy sets and suitable writing paper on which to practice.
Just like any other form of art, however, nothing can be accomplished without the right implements, though technique obviously hugely important too. The choice of calligraphy pens and nibs does contribute to the perfectly finished characters. Indeed, even the choice and consistency of calligraphy ink can have an effect on the quality of the image
The fact is that, in practice, there is a wide range of calligraphic styles and techniques to consider. Calligraphy is not simply a type of writing, it is ideally the perfect presentation of specific alphabet and written forms, from Chinese characters to Egyptian hieroglyphics. Amongst the most popular amongst enthusiasts are Western calligraphy, Eastern calligraphy, Islamic calligraphy and Persian calligraphy.
These four writing forms are hugely different but elegant and beautiful in their respective styles. Western calligraphy uses, in the main, the Roman alphabet while the chief styles, or hands, are Gothic, Italic, Roman and Copperplate. The items used to produce these styles are the pen, with the stereotypical fountain pen nib, and the brush.
However, Eastern calligraphy, which includes Chinese, Japanese and Korean writing, make use of the brush, primarily. The brush is held above the paper and the ink, which is water based, effectively painted onto the page. However, the thick and thin strokes that characterise fine calligraphy is accomplished by adjusting the inclination of the brush. The result is bold characters that are distinct rather than smooth flowing, which is the case in Western, Islamic and Persian calligraphic styles.
For those taken by Islamic calligraphy, the traditional implement is the qalam, which is a pen made of dried reed. Amongst the most popular styles is Mosque calligraphy, which is that more closely associated with the writing seen in Mosques throughout the Islamic world. Persian calligraphy, meanwhile, is closely linked to Islamic calligraphy, appearing to most as being one of the same. However, it is an older form of writing, predating Islam by several hundred years.
While the nib and brush are hugely important to the calligrapher, so too is the paper, ink and, indeed, ceremony involved in practicing the art form. For example, in Eastern calligraphy, the paper is laid flat on a low table, at which the calligrapher sits with legs crossed. The paper is kept flat with the use of paperweights, with the ink and inkstone beside the paper. In Japaneses culture, these four items are known as The Four Treasures of the Study.
The ink used is water based as it must be less viscous than the oil based ink used in printing. However, the consistency of the ink can be adapted to suit the desired style. In some cases, it is coloured, with Islamic and Persian calligraphers often opting for reddish shades.
When it comes to the paper, parchment and vellum paper are usually recommended. However, ordinary Xerox paper can be perfectly suitable, so long as it is inkjet paper as it is geared more towards absorbing water based ink than laserjet paper.
It may seem a mystery why calligraphy appeals to so many. In fact, it is highly accessible, with people wanting to learn calligraphy despite having no obvious ability in the other arts. It can even crosses continents, with a man in New York finding himself with an insatiable desire to master Persian calligraphy, despite never having been to that part of the world.
There can be little wonder then that calligraphy sets are so popular and are widely available in book and art supply shops. However, there is little secret either in the fact that, for the finest results, quality calligraphy ink complete with a full range of nibs is required. Similarly, calligraphy pens of the right quality and consistency is vital.
Only then should the matter of writing paper be addressed, with only paper that is of high enough quality to complement the effort made to be chosen. With these elements used together, those most inspired to develop their calligraphic abilities, can be sure to see the best results of their work.
About the Author
Kathryn Dawson writes articles about Mappamundi, an online retailer of quality unusual gifts that is continually adding new and fascinating original items from its extensive stock. Aiming to provide an exceptional level of service with a uniquely personal touch, Mappamundi has become one of the UK's leading suppliers of quirky gifts, offering everything from writing paper, photo frames to calligraphy pens and calligraphy ink which are selected from quality and trusted suppliers.
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