This has never been a problem for my wife. Once, she brought back a stone lamp. I don't mean a cute little light set it a hollowed out little rock--oh no, a full size, side table made of stacked stones from the Atlantic coast. Solid rocks glued or drilled together. We keep it on the table nearest the front door in case of burglars. The thing is a lethal weapon. Anyway, if you truly love something from far, far away, you will find a way to bring it home.