This clear crystal paperweight features a finely executed 3D laser-etched rendering of the New York City skyline. Suspended within the glass are the Statue of Liberty, the original World Trade Center Twin Towers, and the Empire State Building, creating a dimensional architectural composition visible from multiple angles. The base is etched with “NEW YORK,” anchoring the piece as a classic city souvenir and collectible.
The glass block has precision-cut beveled edges and a solid, weighty feel, giving it stability as a desk or shelf display piece. Laser etching is clean and consistent, with strong internal clarity that allows the skyline scene to appear suspended in space. Light passing through the crystal highlights the etched details, adding depth and presence when displayed under natural or ambient lighting.
Items of this style were widely produced as commemorative New York souvenirs in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and pieces featuring the Twin Towers remain sought after as keepsake or memorial collectibles. This example presents well with only minor surface handling marks visible under close inspection, consistent with normal display use.
A tasteful decorative accent for office desks, bookshelves, or curio cabinets, and an accessible collectible for New York enthusiasts, travelers, or historical memorabilia collectors.
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