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$245 USDAntique Figural Tape Measure – Rare Whiskey Flask, c. 1900-1920
Antiques:Sewing
One of a series of whimsical metal tape measures made in the first quarter of the 20th century, this hard-to-find measure is a Whiskey flask with the words “I Made Kentuckey Famous – “in a Measure” ”. Yes, the state of Kentucky is actually misspelled, adding even more charm to this fun little tape. So far, there's been a series of five of these figural tape measures documented – besides the “Kentuckey” flask, there's also a turtle, a straw boater hat, a shoe and a Liberty Bell. The flask is one ...
$150 USDAntique Sterling Silver Simons Thimble - “Cupid”
Antiques:Sewing
From the early part of the 20th century, this Simons Bros. Thimble is clearly marked sterling, with the traditional Simons shield inside it's top. Also marked is the patent date of Nov. 21, 1905, which is stamped on the band. The Cupid design was originated by Simon's designer H. A. Weihman. It was one of his last patent design for thimbles for Simons. His detailed three-dimensional figure shows three Cupids linked together around the wide band by swags of leaves and flowers. For cupid and ...
$110 USD SaleSALE 19th c. Wood Tape Measure - Wood Wind-up with Bone Handle - Lovely - Free Shipping
Antiques:Sewing
= From the 1850s-1860s, this wood tape measure has a brass wind-up mechanism with a bone handle. More than likely it's English, and overall is in Good Condition. The wood case shows excellent hundred-year-old patina, and the brass handle has a good soft burnished color to it. Size is 1-1/2" in diameter. This early tape has it's original cloth tape, which begins at 16 inches. It's length is 60 inches, and it has a mend at 27 inches. I welcome PayPal for quickest payment and shipping. We pack very ...
$130 USD SaleSALE Late 19th c Antique Sewing Thread Box w/ Handpainted Roses - Clark's ONT
Antiques:Sewing
= Clark's sewing thread box from the last quarter of the 1800s, with it's original label inside. Hand painted roses on the lid were probably added at about the same time, and are not original to the manufacture of this box. Good old original finish, original Victorian fancy catch on the front which catches well, and is very sturdy. Size is 4-3/4" wide, 2-15/16" tall, and 3-1/8" deep. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- FREE shipping, handling and insurance ...
$265 USDUncommon Antique Figural Tape Measure – European Stein
Antiques:Sewing Tools
A rare tape measure, this brass figural stein shows raised, highly detailed panels picturing three men and a woman in every day activities. One man is seated, another is riding a horse, and the third man is standing with his arm resting on bent knee. The woman is standing in her long dress, holding a basket. This vintage tape is from the turn of the 19th century, and is most likely European. It stands 1 7/8 inches tall. The top flips open to reveal a storage area. The tape is wound by rotating ...
$185 USDFigural Antique Bone Umbrella Needlecase with Stanhope
Antiques:Sewing Tools
From the 1860s, this fine handcarved figural umbrella-shaped needlecase still has it's original Stanhope peep. So many Stanhopes peeps disappear over time, but this one is still intact. It shows a good clear image of St.Bertrand de Comminges pres Luchon, a medieval village and cathedral in southwestern France dating back to the 12th century. This classic needlecase is 4½ inches long and is in excellent condtion. Long ago, someone added a bit of linen thread to the threaded part of the handle to ...
$110 USDKetcham & McDougall Sterling Thimble – Hand Chased Embroidery
Antiques:Sewing Tools
Such a pretty thimble, with it's overall embroidery design and scrolled edge! Ketcham & McDougal produced this sterling thimble from the 1890s through 1900. It is unmarked, but documented in Gay Ann Roger's book, “American Silver Thimbles.” The beautiful embroidery pattern covers the entire top of this thimble, a lovely touch over the typical knurling in many thimbles. Because it is hand-chased, this embroidery design results in slightly different interpretations on each thimble. The raised ...
$145 USD SaleSALE Rare Late 19th Century Catlinite Pedestal Traveler's Pincushion - FREE shipping
Antiques:Sewing Tools
What a fabulous find - a late 19th century traveler's pincushion made of the Catlinite! These are rarely discovered - traveler's pin cushions come apart into two sections for easy packing and storage. This one is made of Catlinite, a red clay found in Minnesota. It is also known as pipestone, and was considered a sacred red clay which American Indians used for making prayer and ceremonial pipes. Catlinite is found in only a very few places in the world, and the best quality comes from ...
$375 USD Offers ConsideredRare 19th century Knitting Sheath, Fancy Mahogany with Ivory
Antiques:Sewing
This mid-19th century (and possibly earlier) knitting sheath is English, and was hand-crafted with wonderful turnings and carvings. Carved ivory accents are at both ends and in the center of this sheath. The turnings and the hand carvings are fabulous! Knitting sheaths were primarily English and European. They were used with a double-ended knitting needle, which was placed in the open end. The other end was set into a knitter’s waistband or belt, allowing the knitter to increase knitting speed ...| Items 1 - 9 of 9 | Page 1 of 1 |
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