Vintage Paperweight with Wasp Encapsulation - Heavy Duty Resin

This is a really exceptional paperweight with an encapsulated wasp on the inside. The wasp is beautifully intact and the paperweight is very well made. It has a texture and feel of glass, but we believe it is made of resin. There are bubbles embedded from the creation process, a small scratch on the top surface, and a debossed number 4 on the underside. A perfect gift for the entomology buff or collector of insects. This looks to be a Hawk wasp but there are two white stripes on the abdomen that suggest is may be a different species like a potter or mason wasp. No matter the wasp, it's a really nice vintage piece that is perfect to bring a sense of interest to any space.

Measurements (approximate):
2.6 inches in diameter
1.1 inches tall
182 grams in weight

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VINTAGE & ANTIQUE
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SHIPPING
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PHOTOGRAPHY
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