These were just a bit larger than I had anticipated, which made them even better.  They are displayed nicely on my fireplace.  They don't absolutey have to be displayed as bookends.  I have the 'A' on one side with a dove perched on top and a bood next to it and the 'Z' on the other side displayed the same way....it is stunning!  Use your imagination.....the use for bookends doesn't end with just holding up books!