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Collectibles with a vintage sensibility; specialty in soft goods and fashion accessories.
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Any weekend finds me scouring auctions for fun "stuff". My finds are for your pleasure and mine.
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$15 USDWonderful Stacking Ceramic Christmas Tree and Cigarette Lighter
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal:Holiday:Christmas:Ceramic Tree:Cigarette Lighter:Ash Trays
Here is a fun retro holiday item--what at first appears to be a ceramic Christmas tree is revealed to be a stacked ash tray set with cigarette lighter! There are five pieces in all--four ash trays and the lighter. The ash trays are progressively smaller up the tree-from 3 3/4" in diameter to 3". The last hollow tray holds the upended 4 1/4" lighter in its bowl. What Fun! Assembled the tree is 6" tall. There are no chips. I am not a smoker and not familiar with lighters--it doesn't light, but I ...
$22 USD SaleSALE Merrimac Black Felt Mad Cap Hat '40's
Clothing:Womens:Hat:Merrimac:Black Felt:Mad Cap:40's
This black felt hat was Merrimac's design for the popular '40's Mad Cap theme. It is almost impossible to describe because each angle provides a different perspective. Asymmetrical, to say the least. Let's see how to do this--over the right ear, the hat appears as a rounded flap. Then it folds over itself for a 3" arc in the back. A small rounded brim is outlined in grosgrain ribbon. But, it flattens on the left side and swoop out as it turns right. Accurate--you be the judge--the pics give the ...
$213 USD SaleSALE Set Deco Napkin Rings Gal in White Fur Noritake Japan Lustre Ware
Porcelain:Decorative & Figurines:Noritake:Napkin Ring:Deco:Lustre Ware
What a find these were! Featured is a fantastic set of four lustre ware deco style napkin rings by Noritake. The colors and style are so '30's! On a pearly seafoam green background, our deco girl poses in her orange-red coat and hat and white fur collar. Her blonde hair is offset by delicately painted features for a real flapper look. Black rims the sides. The Noritake stamp appears on the back with the notation this is hand painted. Each is 2" long and 1 1/2" wide. No chips or fractures. Enjoy! ...
$25 USDSanta! Red Suited White Booted Made In Japan
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal:Christmas:Holiday:Santa:Red Suit:Made In Japan
Here comes Santa! The rubber face on this one will convince you he intends to reward all the good children--a kindly, fun face. This Santa wears a corduroy suit that carries more of an orange-red color than fire engine red. He has white "fur" at his hems and a great white beard. No black boots, for this fellow--they are white stand alone and marked Japan on the bottom. His stuffing is ?. Santa is ready to decorate your holiday decor--he is in very good shape--no stains, no tears. He stands 11" ...
$6 USDCollection Vintage Christmas Ornaments Shiny Brite, Metallic, Showmen
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal:Christmas:Ornaments:Shiny Brite:Snowman
Offered is a collection of vintage Christmas ornaments including teeny tiny Shiny Brites and snowmen. As found, we have the following: a box with an original box of ornament hangers by Shiny Brite marked 1967, 12 loose tin bells in silver and color mixed with 12 various color 1/2" metallic balls. Next, an unopened package of snowman heads on pipe cleaners. Then, two boxes of miniature shiny brite ball ornaments 12mm size 2 dozen in each box, one silver, one gold. Lastly, a collection of about 33 ...
$23 USD SaleSALE California Souvenir Table Cloth in Sunny Yellow and Red
Collectibles:Textiles:California:Souvenir:Table Cloth
LAST CALL! 50% OFF! This is a fine example of a souvenir table cloth with bright graphics. Featuring all the hot spots of California, the yellow and red and accents of blue offer an arresting vista that would grace any outdoor decor. (Or, inside for that cottage look). This is 29" wide and 36 1/2" long. Please note: there is yellowing near Eureka, not strong enough to show in the photos. There is a pea size hole in the lower left corner (see pics). Otherwise, nice, bright colors and overall good ...
$13 USD SaleSALE Grouping Pennsylvania Turnpike America's Super Highway Maps, Postcards, Pamphlets
Collectibles:Transportation:Pennsylvania Turnpike:Map:Postcard Packet:Pamphlet:1940's
Offered is a grouping of saved memorabilia from the Pennsylvania Turnpike. First is "America's Super Highway" folding postcard packet. There are 14 scenes including Pyramid Point, Blue Mountain Interchange and a map of connecting routes. This was produced by the well-known post card mid-century producer Curt Teich company. Interesting facts are also supplied--the turnpike is (was?) 160 miles and cost 61 million to build. It has 1 1/2 cent postage. The front is smudged. Next is "All in ...
$13 USD SaleSALE Selection Vintage Laces & Trims
Collectibles:Textiles:Lace:Crochet:Trim
LAST CALL! 50% OFF! Offered is a large selection of vintage laces and trims. There are 16 different pieces including: 1 16 1/2" filet crochet collar; 1 fish net crochet piece; one 32x4 1/2" length of lace; and the following lengths of crochet lace trim--53", 22", 55", 90", 47", 72" and 40". A couple short, stray pieces are included. These have been hand-washed and ironed.
$9 USD SaleSALE Hankie Hot Air Balloons by Pat Prichard for Kimball Pure Linen
Clothing:Womens:Hankie:Handkerchief:Hot Air Balloons:Pat Prichard:Kimball
Offered is a vintage handkerchief with a fun design. Pat Prichard designed this one with hot air balloons in pink with white and black accents-vivid against the shades of blue background and stripes. There are two rows of balloons, each of 10 in different styles. The original "Kimball pure linen" tag remains. This hankies measures 14 1/2 square with rolled hem. No stains, no tears. Have fun!
$12 USDTrio Mischievous Christmas Elves Made in Hong Kong
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal:Christmas:Holiday:Elves:Red:Made In Hong Kong
This trio of Christmas elves is up to mischief as the holidays approach. One can see it in their little eyes. In soft plastic, they are already posed to take control. In red outfits with gold balls on the top of their hats and flesh tone faces, they are quite realistic. One is draped casually to rest upon your mantle, the next is crouched to make his way, and the last is seated with arms and legs akimbo. They range in size from 1 1/2"-4". The elves are marked Made in Hong Kong on the back.
$8 USD SaleSALE Pair Needlecraft Magazines July 1919 & October 1919
Collectibles:Magazines, Periodicals:Needlecraft:Cream Of Wheat:Victor:Borden's Eagle Brand:1919
LAST CALL! 50% OFF! Offered is a pair of vintage Needlecraft magazines from 1919. Some would prize these periodicals for their original advertisements. Some would like the option of original references to fancy work. The July 1919 issue is in better shape. The Cream of Wheat ad on the back of the front cover is titled "Menu", the back cover features Borden's Eagle Brand milk. The Cream of Wheat ad may have small tears, but nothing to affect framing. The Eagle Brand ad has a 3/4" rip in the ...
$35 USDLacemaking Tools Bobbins, Punches and Crochet Hooks
Collectibles:Sewing:Lacemaking:Tools:Bobbins:Punches:Bodkin:Crochet Hook
Offered is a grouping of very old lacemaking tools. Included are wooden bobbins, bone (I believe) and early plastic punches and crochet hooks. These are from an estate of a lacemaking tools and accessories collector and lacemaker. Moving counterclockwise in the primary picture: A bone punch, 2 wood bobbins, 4 punches, a bodkin and 2 crochet hooks in their wooden cylinder container. Lengths range from 3"-4". I am not a lacemaking expert and if anyone would like to correct me, please do so. I am ...
$5 USDTwo vintage Needle Packs Crowley's Lion Brand & Mason's England War Economy Pack Limited Time Offer
Collectibles:Sewing:Needle Packet:Crowley's Lion Brand:Ww Ii Economy Pack:Mason's
Here are two vintage needle packs offered more for the packaging and nostalgia than for the needles themselves. The first packet is Crowley's Lion Brand Gold Eyed Yarn needles 14/18. This packet originally contained 10 needles, six remain. The second packet is quite cool as it a WWII item offered as "War Economy Pack--pre-war quality." This is from Mason's Cotton Darners 1/7 Made in England. Four needles remain. Crowley's is 3 1/4" long, Mason's is 2 7/8
$15 USD SaleSALE Plush Wine Velvet Hat with Faux Pearl Accent
Clothing:Hat:Velvet:Wine
LAST CALL! 50% OFF! This vintage wine comes in the form of a hat. The plush velvet is a shade of Bordeaux that lends itself to the perfect out to dinner topper. Amazingly, the crown features a 1" tall faux pearl topper in tube shape. This is anchored by a velvet bow. The hat is 21" in circumference, 9" front to back and 8" side to side. The rolled brim is 2 1/2".
$24 USD SaleSALE Pair Feed Sacks in Small Prints Green, Navy, Brown
Collectibles:Textiles:Feed Sack:Small Prints:Brown Teal Stripe:Green, Navy Dots
Offered are two vintage feed sacks in a pleasant combination of small prints. The first features small green, orange and navy swirls of small dots (I think they are pansies) on white background. This one measures 48x37. The second piece is a neat little stripe with teal, brown and orange and brown flower blossoms on white background. It measures 36x42. Both pieces still have the original feed sack stitch marks. The first piece does have dark smudge marks in the center--still plenty of fabric for ...
$12 USDGrouping Barbie Doll Clothes Mostly Pinks Most Labeled
Dolls:Doll Clothing, Accessories:Barbie:Pink:Cocktail Dresses:Casual
Offered is a grouping of 18 Barbie doll clothes--most with pink or purple labels, some have no labels. The primary color is pink with a scattering of other colors and prints. We are offering the following: pink lace empire waist dress, neon and black lace jersey cocktail dress, silver metallic and pink short cocktail, pink and black dot short top, pink paint splattered short skirt, red sundress with flower insert (stain on back), magenta and black lace cocktail, pink tights, pink hula skirt, red ...
$22 USDGrouping Crochet Lace Items in White:Collars & Trim
Collectibles:Textiles:Grouping:Crochet:Lace:Collar:Yoke:Trim
Offered is a grouping of crochet lace items that appear to be handmade. First: a collar or yoke that measures 34" long by 3 7/8" wide. Second: a short crochet length at 16" and 3 1/4" wide. Third: a filet crochet piece--nice and long at 74" and 2 1/4" wide. Last: a bodice yoke at 34" around the chest and 8 1/2" wide. There are no major flaws, tears, or stains.
$20 USDFabulous Vintage Table Cloth in Red, White and Blue Floral Design
Collectibles:Textiles:Table Cloth:Red:White:Blue:Flowers
Perfect for the vintage kitchen or complement to the cottage look, we are offering a mighty fine example retro table cloth. On a white background, the large (21x21) center design is bright red, blue and green floral design. The four corners host 8" flowers. A red combed look border is 1 1/2" wide. This table cloth is a generous 42x42. Please note, there is a pulled thread area which appears factory made to me on the right border (see pics) and a dime size area that looks like a faded ink spot in ...
$6 USDLimited Time Offer Child's Skirt Set Sewing Pattern Simplicity Uncut
Collectibles:Sewing:Pattern:Simplicity:Child's Skirt:Uncut
Offered for a limited time--Simplicity Pattern #1732 in Girl's Size 12. This uncut pattern features choices of wrap around or softly pleated skirts for the pre-teen girl with a waist of 25". The finished length is 25".
$39 USD SaleSALE Pretty Blonde Germany Half Doll
Collectibles:Half Doll:Germany:Blond
This half doll is precious in her demure countenance. Her delicate features are artistically rendered as only the Germany mark can assure. She has curled blonde hair, wonderful blue eyes matched perfectly by the blue ribbon that circles her hair and trails down her neck. She keeps her hands modestly at her corset. She stands 3 1/4" high, 1 7/8" wide. She is embossed on the back with Germany and 6511. No chips, no breaks.
$12 USDGrouping Vintage Fabric Pieces Remnants for Craft Work
Collectibles:Textiles:Fabric Scraps For Craft Work
Offered is a large grouping of vintage fabric pieces for craft work. There are at least 17 different prints in all varied sizes. Some examples: tiger bands, navy and white polka dot, purples, browns, pinks. The grouping weighs about 1 1/2 pounds.
$31 USD SaleSALE Dramatic Silver Tone & Rhinestone Demi Prarure Necklace & Brooch
Jewelry:Vintage:Sets:Necklace:Brooch:Demi-prarure:Silver Tone:Rhinestones
SALE! 30% OFF! This dramatic pairing bears every resemblance to artist designed vintage jewelry from the best houses. I am sure you will note the resemblance, also. Nonetheless, this matched necklace and brooch are unsigned. On silver tone metal in the shape of a circle is mounted a spray of clear rhinestone leaves in pave styling. Three tendrils contain 5 prong set clear rhinestones. The necklace pendant is 2" long and rests on a 16" chain. The brooch is 1 1/4" and the same styling.
$107 USD SaleSALE Fantastic Pickard R. S. Germany Cream & Sugar with Tray Floral Design 1930's
Porcelain:By Maker Or Type:Pickard:R S Germany:Cream & Sugar:Tray:Floral Design 1930's
This is such a lovely set and its famous name marks could not recommend it more highly. The Pickard China Company produced this cream and sugar and matching tray. It is also carries a mark for R S. Germany (green wreathed). I have not been able to identify this design, but it carries a Jacobean flavor. A central bouquet of pink mums, blue iris and orange and yellow, blue flowers add interest. Little purple, orange, and pink sprays are encircled by greenery. The rims are gold tone painted in ...
$35 USD SaleSALE Coro Silver Tone Necklace & Bracelet Open Squares
Jewelry:Vintage:Sets:Coro:Necklace:Bracelet:Silver Tone:Links
SALE! 30% OFF! Offered is wonderful pair--A Coro necklace and matching bracelet. I have not been able to identify this design, but will describe it as open squares. In silver tone, each 1" link alternates in boxes of closed and ridged, or open work lines. It is quite an effective use of texture in metal. The 7" bracelet has 7 links and a safety catch. The 15" necklace is 15 links with a ball extender and hook closure. Both pieces are marked with "Coro" in script.
$68 USD SaleSALE Fantastic Pair of Women's Cordova Leather Shoes Walk Over '20's '30's
Clothing:Womens:Shoes:Leather:Walk Over:30's
Offered is a fantastic pair of women's shoes from the '30's or earlier. These are "Walk Over" Brand in cordova leather--a mellow brown tone. The shoes feature pointed toes, ribbon tie with one grommet and curved Louis heels, so popular from the teens through the deco period. The inside is stamped with size and style number, but I am having difficulty reading it: 37 12 8807. The heels are 3", the shoe is 10 1/2" long on the outside, 1 1/2" across the toe and 2 3/4" at the arch. There is normal ...
$10 USDTrio Doilies Books: Flowers, Crinoline Lady, Flower Garden '49/'50
Collectibles:Magazines, Periodicals:Crochet:Doilies:Crafts:40's
Offered is a trio of pattern booklets for crochet doilies--each is a standard for vintage fancy work. First is Flower Doilies, a Star book #64 from 1949. It is 15 pages with 9 patterns of flower like pansies and daisies. It is 7 1/2 x 10 1/2. Please note most pages have a 1" tear on the bottom right. Next is Crinoline Lady in Crochet by Clarks, JP Coats #262 from 1949. It is 15 pages and features 8 patterns for towels, luncheon sets, pillows and hankies. Lastly is Flower Garden Doilies by Lily ...
$59 USD SaleSALE Prettiest Blue Lace and Nylon Prom or Cocktail Dress with Bolero
Clothing:Womens:Prom Dress:Cocktail Dress:Blue:Tulle:Lace
SALE! 30% OFF! Time to dress up! This is the perfect vintage dress for prom or cocktails. In a heavenly shades of blue, this outfit has several outstanding features. The dress features a gathered scoop neck and pleated cummerbund. The full skirt has three layers--tulle, satin and nylon sheer. But, I think the straps take this away--single row of clear rhinestones! This is topped with a lace bolero with satin trim. The sleeves are elbow length and the front closure is hook and eye concealed by ...
$12 USD SaleSALE Victoria Regina Queen Victoria Profile Silver Tone Pendant
Jewelry:Vintage:Pendants:Victoria Regina:Queen Victoria:Silver Tone:Coin Look
It would be nice if this pendant was a contemporary celebration of Queen Victoria's reign in England, but it is not. It is an unmarked piece from more modern times, but with the same purpose--a celebration of the reign of "Victoria Regina". The pendant is in a silver tone metal designed to resemble coin silver. The two faces of Victoria rest in profile "fused" as if two coins were adjoined. A banner beneath the profiles says: " Victoria Regina 1837-1887." Above the profiles is a cartouche with a ...
$7 USD SaleSALE Trio Crochet Potholder Craft Booklets Mid-Century
Collectibles:Magazines, Periodicals:Crochet:Potholders:American Thread Co
SALE! 50% OFF! Offered is a trio of vintage crochet potholder craft booklets. The first is Star Potholders #55 by American Thread Co. published in 1947. This has 11 patterns all food related like Crab Meat, Mint Tea Cooler. This pattern book is not in color. Second is Pot Holders, Hot Plate Covers, Swedish Embroidery #101 from 1953. There are 12 patterns featured in color with holiday and fruit themes. Third is Pocket Potholders #69 from 1950 with 15 patterns. This features pocket holders for ...
$86 USD SaleSALE Very Vintage Swift's Premium Ham Watch Fob & Chain
Jewelry:Vintage:Mens:Watch:Fob:Chain:Swift's Premium Ham:Advertising
Wow! This was a great find for the collector of: men's jewelry, antique and vintage watches and those appreciating old time advertising. So, which passion will win the purchase? We have a terrific advertising watch fob and chain. A miniature 1" ham is the central point of interest--it has "Swift's Premium Ham" embossed on it. It dangles 4" from a 13" chain with 1 3/4" bar. The metal: not gold, I can find no markings--brass?
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