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$15 USDOld Mexican Silver and Gold Belt Buckle
Collectibles:Vanity Items
This is a very old and somewhat worn belt buckle, made of a solid silver metal with gold decorations on the front. The mark is as shown: Mexico. There is an oval suitable for engraving, which was never done. The buckle would fit a leather strap 1/2 inch wide.
$10 USDOhio Art Tin Spinning Top Toy, Circus Train
Collectibles:Toys
This is a spinning top made by Ohio Art. It has a metal body and a plastic handle. The graphics show a circus train of animals. It has been played with to the extent that the paint on the tip where it spins is worn away. Otherwise, the graphics are bright and colorful.
$35 USD1952 Texas State Almanac and Industrial Guide, Autographed by State Rep Wm Miller
Collectibles:Historical
This old hardback book was published in 1953 by the Dallas Morning News. It was autographed by Rep Wm. A. Miller on 3/10/1953. There is a reference to p 271 written on the inside cover, with a note 'Hiway to Austin." Page 271 does indeed show the old Highway 290 between Austin and Houston, and describes the construction of the new road. This book is a treasure trove of historical information. The black and photos include pictures of early Texas homes, There are tables listing the number of White ...
$20 USDVintage Snoopy Bank
Collectibles:Comics:Peanuts, Snoopy
This old ceramic bank features Snoopy relaxing on top of a rainbow. This is handpainted in bright colors, and has a trademark label applied to the back. The bank still has it's original rubber stopper. It doesn't look like it's ever held coins. We are happy to ship overseas, and will combine purchases for your convenience.
$16 USDVintage Wiss Pinking Shears in Original Box
Collectibles:Sewing
This old pair of pinking shears come to you in the original box, with the original instructions, and the original price tag. They were purchased at Foley's in Houston Texas, in the 1960's, for $9.45. This is the Model "C" Pink Shears, made for cutting silks, satins and light materials. They were made in Newark, New Jersey. They have a bright chrome plate, and are just as good as the day they were sold. You could buy these scissors to use in your sewing today.
$24 USDScenic China Bowl
Collectibles:Decorative
This serving bowl is made of china, and measures 10 inches across. It is painted pink around the border, and has a Scenic view of a Country Church in the middle. It seems to me that the scene is a stencil or decal, but there are hand painted highlights. It is a winter scene, with a low sun near the horizon. There is no maker's mark. It is free of chips or cracks.
$8 USDSt Ann Rosary Made in Japan
Collectibles:Religious
This is an old finger rosary, with 3 'decades' of 5 beads each. The medallion is marked 'Japan' and has the prayer, "St Ann Pray for Us." The beads are a lovely blue glass.
$245 USDBlack Americana Folk Art: Dried Apple Figure of Man Fishing
Collectibles:Folk Art
This is an amazing piece of Black Americana folk art. The figure is of a man sitting on a log, holding a fishing pole and smoking a pipe. The head appear to be made of dried apple, but obviously painted black. The hat is a very small weave, hand done, with a condition issue as seen in the photo. His clothing is all hand sewn. The fishing pole was sewn in place. It is intact, although it seems to have bent with age. I have not attempted to alter it. The fish is apparently paper maiche. I am no ...
$15 USD1999 First in Series Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Playing with Pooh
Collectibles:Hallmark
This Hallmark ornament is in the original box. It was release in the year 1999, and is the first in a Keepsake Ornament Series. It features Winnie the Pooh and Christopher Robin, Too.
$18 USDHallmark Keepsake Ornament Native American Barbie First in Series
Collectibles:Hallmark
This Hallmark Keepsake Ornament is a First in Series, sculpted by Patricia Andrews and released in 1996. It features Barbie in Native American Dress, and comes in the original box.
$12 USDPlayskool Wooden Puzzle, Snoopy Superstar
Collectibles:Comics:Peanuts, Snoopy
This vintage wooden puzzle was made by Playskool. It has 6 pieces, and was designed for ages 2 - 4. This is, of course, our beloved Snoopy, relaxing in his role as the baseball superstar. The puzzle was made in the USA. The graphics are bright and intact, with minor wear on the outside edges. It has been stored in plastic for a number of years.
$24 USDVintage Ornate Silver Plate Celery Dish
Collectibles:Metalware
This vintage silver plated serving dish is 7.5 inches long and 5.5 inches tall. It is marked Quadruple Plated, Made in USA, Rochester. It has a hand engraved number on the bottom. The handle has an ornate floral pattern. I have not cleaned or polished this in any way.
$32 USDFire King Oven Glass Blue Philbe Mug
Collectibles:Kitchenware:Fire King
This old heavy glass mug is marked Fire King Oven Ware on the bottom. The mark is such that you can read it from the top of the mug looking inside. The glass is a light blue, in the pattern called Philbe. The body of the glass is in good condition. However, the bottom is a bit foggy. For this reason, the mug is offered at a discounted price. We will be happy to ship this mug oversees, and welcome combination purchases.
$6 USDRebecca of Sunnybrook Farms Thrushwood Book
Collectibles
This children's classic by Kate Douglas Wiggin is presented as a Thrushwood Book. The copyright year is 1910 and 1917. This edition is newer, with the Grosset and Dunlap address containing the area code that pre-dated zip codes. The book retains it's original paper dust jacket, which has some condition flaws. The largest break is on the back, at the top next to the spine. It is missing a piece about 3/4 x 1/2 inch. The binding is tight and the spine intact.
$20 USDBlue Enamel Medal: Mary and the Sacred Heart
Collectibles:Religious
This tiny blue enamel medallion would have been a memento of a religious pilgrimidge to one of the great shrines in Europe. It would have been added to one's rosary on the occasion of a visit to the Lourdes. The background metal is silver, and the images are of the Virgin Mother Mary, and the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It is a petite 3/8 inch tall.
$15 USDGregorian Collection Canape Plate (Figure)
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal
From the Gregorian collection of Fitz and Floyd, we're offering this beautifully molded Christmas serving plate. Ten inches across at its widest point, this colorful plate is a likeness of Santa carrying a candle holder. The colors are primarily green and white, with Santa's beard accounting for a good portion of the white.
$75 USDRexair Rainbow Vacuum Cleaner Advertising Paperweight Bank
Collectibles:Advertising
This old metal bank is an advertising paperweight. It is shaped like the original 1938 Rexair Vacuum Cleaner. Rexair was the original name for the Rainbow Vacuum Cleaner. This was sthe first model produced. This bank has a coin slot and key hole on the bottom. The key is not here. This stands about 5 3/4" tall. It retains the majority of the original paint.
$12 USDSanta with Wreath Mug: Fitz & Floyd
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal
This colorful Santa mug is four inches tall. The word Ho! Ho! Ho! are written in gold on one side of the mug near the bottom. A wreath of holly and candy canes encircle the cup near the top. The wreath is tied on with a red and gold ribbon. A likeness of Santa's head, with its red cap and flowing white beard serve as the handle. This colorful piece is in mint condition and comes in its original box.
$12 USDSeven Assorted Brass Buttons: Twinkles
Collectibles:Sewing
This group of seven different brass buttons present an interesting array. They are all from an early era in button making. They are primarily brass with a twinkle background. The largest one is the center button which is 1/2" in diameter.
$32 USDMcCoy Lidded Pet Treat Jar
Collectibles:Decorative
This little covered jar was made by McCoy, to hold your pet's treats. The lid has a little clapper that makes a noise when you pick it up. There is a design of cats and dogs around the body of the jar. The glaze is matte green for the lid, and a matte white for the bottom. There are no chips or cracks.
$14 USDHoliday Bells, Salt & Pepper: Fitz & Floyd
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal
These charming bell shaped salt and pepper shakers are 2 3/4 inches tall. Both pieces are pleated down the sides giving them a beautiful ribbed effect. They have gold trim and a crisscrossed pattern in maroon encircle each bell. Both are topped off with red berries and a green holly leaf. This set is in mint condition and comes in its original box.
$18 USDSet of 4 Corning Ware Milk Glass Mugs Christmas Pattern
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal
This is a set of 4 milk glass mugs made by Corning Ware, USA. The red pattern is Christmas; reindeer, Christmas Trees and snowmen. The condition of these mugs is near mint, with only the slightest of surface scratches.
$65 USD1958 Little Country Doctor Transogram Gold Medal Toy
Collectibles:Games
This is an old toy doctor kit in the original box. The label identifies it as a product of Transogram Inc. of New York. In Roman Numerals it is dated 1958 (CMCLVIII.) The kit has been played with, but remains largely intact. The stethoscope, the XRay scope, spectacles, bandage boxes and pill bottles are here. The paper includes a little eye chart, the paper mounting to the toy thermometer (which is here) and several sets of instructions. On the inside label there is a Diploma for the child to ...
$14 USDToy Wreath Tumblers: Fitz & Floyd
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal
These frolicking little bear cubs are classic Fitz and Floyd. Each one has a large green wreath. One cub is carrying his. Another is wearing his. And the third is doing a handstand on his. These pieces are 3 to 3 3/4 inches tall. This set is in mint condition and comes in its original box.
$24 USDHandcarved Wooden Bottle Cork - Couple Man and Woman
Collectibles:Breweriana
This is a vintage hand carved and hand painted bottle cork or stopper. The back photo shows a handle. Both of the heads are mounted on springs. When you pull the lever down, the heads lift up.
$28 USDTrunk Call Retired Treasure Jest TJEL3
Collectibles
This retired Harmony Kingdom Treasure Jest was first carved by Master Carver Peter Calvert in 1999. This is a lidded box that was made in England. It has been retired and is no longer in production. The box comes to you in the original packaging with the original paperwork.
$30 USDJolly Ole Saint Nick Lidded Box: Fitz & Floyd
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal
In this stunning lidded box Santa is wearing a multicolored suit of red, green, gold, brown, white and blue. His red cap is sporting a gold tassel. The white fur trim on his coat and cap blends in seamlessly with his full beard and eyebrows. In his hands, he is holding a gift wrapped package. A bear cub doll in a blue suit is sitting on the package. This vibrant lidded box is in mint condition and comes in its original box.
$65 USDVintage Sewer Tile Clay Bank
Collectibles:Banks
This bank is made of yellow clay with a shiny glaze. The bottom shows the base clay. It is beehive shaped and unsigned. The glaze is similar to Albany glaze. The bottom shows one chip as found. The bank is about 4 inches across.
$35 USDVintage Metal Bank: Marx Budget Bank
Collectibles:Banks
This is an old heavy metal bank with red paint and graphics. The Marx logo is in the bottom right corner of the picture on the front. It has a picture of the Capitol Building in the middle. The paint is pretty faded. It reads Budget Bank. The lid opens like a trunk. The coin slots drop the coins into 4 separate compartments. It is 3.5 x 5.75 inches.
$6 USDVintage Christmas Bulb Chinese Lantern
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal
This old Christmas Tree light is shaped like a Chinese Paper Lantern. It has the remnants of the old red tassle on the end. The paint is scuffed but the pattern is still very apparent. I apologize; I don't have a way to know if the bulb still works.
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