Amber Glass Optical Discs Paperweights

This is a set of two vintage amber-colored glass discs, likely originally created as lens blanks or optical glass forms, now often repurposed as decorative paperweights or studio decor. Each disc measures approximately 4 inches in diameter and 1 inch tall, with visible trapped air bubbles throughout—adding character and a unique artisan appearance.

These pieces are solid and weighty, made from high-quality transparent amber glass, with subtle imperfections and small internal bubbles from the glass-blowing or mold process. Their minimalist, industrial look makes them suitable for use in optical-themed displays, as scientific curiosities, or as sleek modern paperweights.

• Materials: Solid amber-colored glass

• Dimensions: 4 in diameter × 1 in tall

• Age: Mid to late 20th century (likely 1960s–1980s)

• Condition: Very good vintage condition with typical signs of age including small surface scratches, slight scuffing, and air bubbles from the casting process

• Style: Industrial, Mid-Century Modern, Scientific

• Theme: Optics, Studio Glass, Minimalist Decor

• Use: Originally intended as blanks for lenses or industrial glasswork; now ideal as paperweights, shelf decor, or photography props

This pair would be perfect for collectors of optical ephemera or anyone seeking unique, vintage glass decor with an industrial aesthetic.