This item has been stored for a long time. While there is no damage, there may be some age-related deterioration such as slight discoloration. It has been stored in its original box. Size (approximate): Diameter 8cm, Height 4cm, Weight 483g A celadon paperweight refers to a paperweight made of celadon porcelain, a type of porcelain originating from Jingdezhen, characterized by its bluish glaze. Celadon production flourished in Jingdezhen, especially during the Northern Song Dynasty, and many refined and elegant works were created. Main characteristics of celadon: Pale Blue: The slight iron content in the glaze reacts during reduction firing, resulting in a color close to light blue, hence the name celadon. Shadow Blue (Yingqing): The areas where the glaze is thick appear blue due to the shadows, giving rise to this name. Translucency: In thinly made works, the glaze may appear translucent. Relationship with Jingdezhen: Celadon is famous for being produced in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi Province, China. During the Northern Song Dynasty, celadon production was central to Jingdezhen, and many famous pieces were created. Use as a Paperweight: Celadon paperweights are popular as collectibles due to their beauty, but their original purpose was as stationery to hold down books and documents on a desk.