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$45 USDVintage Vanity Set Mother of Pearl Celluloid Button Hook
Collectibles:Vanity Items:Dresser Set:Celluloid
A vintage celluloid dresser set consisting of comb, nail buffer, dresser box and two round pill or ring boxes. There also is a button hook which matches the trinket boxes and does nicely to round out the set. The handle on the hook, buffer, and ring boxes look like mother of pearl on top. The top of trinket box has a darker pearlized finish. This is a great old set. You receive all 6 pieces. Enjoy! Dimensions: Comb - 8", buffer - 5.75", Hook - 7 5/8", Ring Boxes 1.75" x 1" deep, Vanity square ...
$45 USDMexico Sterling Silver & Black Enamel Scorpion Belt Buckle
Collectibles:Metalware:Sterling:Mexico
A round silver disk featuring a Scorpion symbol in the center surrounded by black enameling. The is is a heavier piece and could symbolize the Zodiac sign Scorpio. Marked with a indecipherable Eagle stamp and Sun which tells us that this was made in Mexico. There a some light surface scratches but other than that this 1.5" round belt buckle is in wonderful vintage condition. Please reference the photos for more detail.
$40 USDEarly Rochester Root Beer Advertising Glass Etched Mug
Collectibles:Advertising:Rochester Root Beer Mug
From the J.Hungerford Smith Co. a glass root beer mug advertising for Rochester Root Beer which is etched on the front. There is a nice ribbed pattern to top and bottom and a heavy handle and base. Measuring 6" high we find one small section with bites out of the ribbed area on back of mug. Other than this one small spot, this collectible mug is in wonderful vintage condition.
$595 USDArt Deco Marble Inkwell with Figural Brass Song Bird
Collectibles:Writing Instruments:Inkwell:Marble:Brass:Figural
A brass bird with beak opened in song adorns this dynamite Art Deco marble inkwell. Our song bird sits upon a brass arc with head tilted upwards towards the sky. The square well balances this piece as it sits at the opposite side of the marble base. It is adorned with brass bands around the lid and rim. Lets move to the marble base that has absolutely wonderful colors of whites and beiges within the black. There is a molded pen rest at the front. Overall this piece measures 6.75" x 4.735" with ...
$25 USDVintage German Surveyor Pocket Protractor Compass Original Case
Collectibles:Scientific
Our math compass is still in the original case and except for age related pitting is in wonderful condition. The German name "Richten" is seen on the side. We have a definition of this - Richten (abrichten ; not from brechen (to break), but from richten (to set right; to correct in any way; to regulate), which comes from recht (right, correct, regular, straight). We are not sure if this was the company that manufactured these compasses or not. This piece measures, on its own, 5.375. With the ...
$75 USDVintage "Bells of Sarna" Indian Brass Door Bell & Knocker Chased Floral Design
Collectibles:Metalware:Door Knocker:Architectural:Bell
This lovely bell and knocker is cast in solid brass and has a beautiful chased floral design. When you lift the handle to knock, the tiny clang bell will ting-a-ling as well. This gives you a double duty front door piece that is just beautiful. The entire piece is 6.5" long and has a U.S. Pat. Off 'India" mark on the back. The number is 7857. There is also an inscription cast on the back that states "Bells of Sarna" so you are getting an original piece, most likely dating back to the late 1930's ...
$325 USDEmbroidered Silk Grand Piano Scarf in Pale Pink with Multi Colored Flowers 16" Fringe
Collectibles:Textiles:Piano Scarf
A gorgeous pale pink vintage silk piano scarf that is embroidered with various flowers in vibrate colors of dark pink and lavender with sunny yellow butter cups and green vines. The actual scarf itself measures 60" square with the addition of the fringe at a whopping 16" which would also make this perfect as a table cover or bed throw. We have shown some areas of wear on this, mostly at the very edge. There is some pulled embroidered spots which is easily fixed. This would look lovely on a bed ...
$35 USDFaceted 19th Century Cut Steel Marcasite Buttons Flower Frame Set of 8
Collectibles:Sewing:Steel Cut Buttons:19th Century
Set of 8 small matching 19th Century Victorian buttons that are set in flower shaped frames. All have a single metal loop shank. These all measure 1/2" in diameter and According to the National Button Society Rules are considered small ~ Between 3/8 and ¾ Inch. Condition ~ Absolutely Wonderful antique condition. Please see all photographs
$40 USDFaceted 19th Century Iridescent Metallic Blue Steel Cut Buttons Set of 8
Collectibles:Sewing:Steel Cut Buttons:19th Century
Set of 8 small matching 19th Century Victorian steel cut buttons that are set in a round frame with metallic blue color faceted centers. All have a single metal loop shank. These all measure 1/2" in diameter and According to the National Button Society Rules are considered small ~ Between 3/8 and ¾ Inch. Condition ~ Some blue missing but still in absolutely wonderful antique condition. Please see all photographs
$55 USDLARGE Early Vintage Paper Mache Easter Egg Chicks Bunnies Farmers Street Scene
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal:Easter:Paper Mache:Lithograph:German
This large paper mache egg was made to fill with candy and hide for the children to find on Easter morning. The background is a vibrant red and we love the characters that you find when turning the egg. This features not only chicks and bunnies, but folks dressed in period garb walking along together and sitting next to their umbrella and cart selling eggs. We have a rabbit helping to push a cart of colored eggs and baby chicks trying to stay out of the way of all the pedestrians. The rims on ...
$30 USD1934 Chicago Worlds Fair Souvenir Sugar Tongs Dirigold Bronze
Collectibles:Metalware:Souvenir:Chicago World's Fair:1934:Sugar Tongs
A pair of petite bronze sugar tongs purchased at the 1934 Chicago Worlds Fair as a souvenir. The tongs have a reverse design whereby you squeeze to open them up. You'll find "Chicago, 1934, Century of Progress" engraved into the handle end. On the interior of the tongs state "Dirigold" and "patent pend.". These measure 3.75" long and our in wonderful vintage condition.
$25 USDVictorian Black Glass Faceted Ball Buttons Brass Shanks
Collectibles:Sewing:Buttons:Black Glass:Ball
Three black glass Victorian ball buttons with brass shank and mounts. The two large balls 7mm and the smaller matching ball measures 5mm. All buttons are in super antique condition. Please reference all photographs. A perfect embellishment for a quilted wall hanging, antique doll clothes, etc.
$140 USD1940s Parker '51' Aerometric Fountain Pen Original Box Owner
Collectibles:Writing Instruments:Parker "51" Fountain Pen
Parker '51' fountain pens are the most collected of their genre. We can see why! This pen is circa 1940's although is not date stamped. The cap is Matte finish stainless steel with dark blue body. If you are a fountain pen enthusiast, this piece is for you! It has the original box and looks to have been rarely used. The ink is dried up as you can see in the pictures. You will need a new one but the rest looks great although we are not experts. The pen itself measures 5.375" long outside the box ...
$40 USDVictorian Oval Black Glass Buttons Gold Inlay Floral Design
Collectibles:Sewing:Buttons:Black Glass:Oval
A set of 9 black glass Victorian oval buttons etched with a stylized floral design in gold. The edges are facet to give a jewel appearance. Each measures 3/4" long and have molded glass self shanks. All buttons are in super antique condition, no chips although a few show a bit of wear to the gold design. Please reference all photographs. A perfect embellishment for a quilted wall hanging, antique doll clothes, etc.
$20 USDVictorian Faceted Fancy 19th Century Cut Steel Marcasite Buttons Set of 3
Collectibles:Sewing:Steel Cut Buttons:19th Century
Set of 3 19th Century Victorian buttons with 2 that match and one lone. All have a single metal loop shank. The matching buttons measure 11/16" in diameter and the smaller one measures 5/8". According to the National Button Society Rules are considered small ~ Between 3/8 and ¾ Inch and Medium ~ Between ¾ and 1 ¼ Inches. Condition ~ Absolutely Wonderful antique condition. Please see all photographs
Collectibles:Lamps, Lighting
This light is very whimsical with a young girl sitting atop a swan chariot. The mold is very detailed with the swan's wings feathering up to the opening at the top and large flowers decorating it's tail. The front side shows tiny flowers applied along the wheel, parts of the swan and the young girls dress. The painting on this is phenomenal! Look at the close up pictures of the girl and swans face. There is gold highlights over some of the raised areas. The back of the lamp is washed in pastel ...
$395 USDVintage Silk Embroidered Grand Piano Scarf Sea Foam Green Elegant Floral Pattern
Collectibles:Textiles:Piano Scarf
Truly stunning sea foam green on green vintage silk piano scarf that is embroidered with various flowers along the outside edge. The actual scarf itself measures 62" square with the addition of a tatted edge of 1.5" and the fringe at 9.5". If you don't own a piano, this could easily be used as a table cover. We are very impressed with the condition of this piece. There is but one area near the tatted edging that shows a small 1" separation in the silk which we have pictured. A few areas of ...
$45 USDVintage Bobby Hairpins Figural Bumble Bee Rhinestone Body
Collectibles:Hair Accessories:Rhinestone Hairpin:Figural:Bee
This is a set of two hair pins that would hold quite a bit of a chignon. The pins measure 4" long x 1.5" wide at the top of the bees. We have a silver tone finish and the figural bee tips are decorated with light blue and clear rhinestones. The eyes are detailed with black rhinestones and the overall effect is just awesome! There are no markings but we feel these are quality pieces and ones that will definitely relieve you of a bad hair day. Just sweep your hair up and pin with these for a fun ...
$65 USDHoliday Christmas Platter 'DASHING THROUGH THE SNOW' Winter Scene
Collectibles:Holiday, Seasonal:Christmas:Cookie:Tray:Platter
This wonderful tray is hand decorated with a light green wash and high gloss glaze. The scene is the infamous "Dashing Through The Snow" in a one horse open sleigh. We see a couple in a sleigh riding swiftly through the country side. Behind them is a snow covered cabin and mountains. This beautiful tray measures 12.25" long x 8 3/8" wide. There is a glaze miss on the back bottom rim but absolutely no damage and ready for your Christmas party.
$15 USDWheaton New Jersey Amberina Bottle George Washington
Collectibles:Bottles
A collectible amber bottle made by Wheaton. This bottle or flask is shaped as a bust of George Washington. On the front of the Wheaton bottle it reads "Centennial General American Army" in a round medallion. The bottom rim has '1832 Simmons Centennial Bitters Mt. Vernon Virginia' in embossed lettering. Made by the Wheaton Glass Co. and the Wheaton logo and "Wheaton, N.J." in embossed letters on the bottom. This 8" tall amber bottle is in excellent condition with no defects. Very nice addition to ...
$35 USDVirginia Metalcrafters Brass Taper Candlestick Oval Base
Collectibles:Metalware
As you may know Virginia Metalcrafters closed their doors in 2006. Their line of museum quality brass and other metals where based on designs from a century ago and they were established in 1890. This taper candlestick has a wonderful urn body and oval base. There is a carved, straight line pattern towards the middle and the top has a flat rim to catch any stray candle wax. This is a heavy piece that is hollow down the middle. It could use a bit of cleaning where a candle sits. We did not ...
$85 USDVintage Framed Religious Print Holy Child Boy with Bible
Collectibles:Paintings, Prints:Holy Boy With Bible
We could not find a signature or any mark to help us date this print. We purchased at a recent estate sale that had other vintage biblical religious items but this one really caught our eye. This print depicts a young boy that looks to be standing in a church or other religious setting with a bible on a stand behind him. You see a faint halo around his head which would indicate that he is a holy child. The detail on this is very stunning! We apologize for any glare. This piece is set in a ...
$265 USDVintage Cast Metal Bronze Finish Playful German Shepard Dog Bookends
Collectibles:Writing Instruments, Desk Accessories:Bookends:German Shepard Dogs
We did find a Copyright symbol with a date of 1930 on both of these but could not find a manufacturer hallmark. Regardless, this pair will make you smile and add a charming accent to your desk or library. We have two twin German Shepard dog bookends made of cast metal with a bronze finish. Both dogs sit up on their hind legs seemingly looking over a wall at each other. They have happy, smiling, playful expressions on their faces as if they are just waiting to fetch the stick or ball. The detail ...
$45 USDItalian Figural Olive Spoon Ornate Design Made In Italy
Collectibles:Other Vintage Items:Collectible Spoon
Offering for your consideration we have a interesting and ornate mixed metal olive spoon. We say mixed as we are not sure what type of metal this is. It has a golden glow but shines like silver plate. It is unmarked except for the Italy stamp. The bowl of the spoon has a hole where a mouth appears in the rest of the figural face that decorates it. This is to allow any olive juice to drain away. The face looks like the Sun God 'Sol'. The handle is decorated with flowers and stems that wrap around ...
$95 USDPrimitive Cameo Verdigris Copper Top Inkwell Wood Frame
Collectibles:Writing Instruments, Desk Accessories:Inkwell:Copper Cameo
We believe this item to be hand made; we did not find any type of manufacturer's mark. Offering for your consideration is a wonderful desk accessory or collectible inkwell. We have a wood bottom that we believe is cedar. The top is copper with a nice verdigris and a sensational cameo profile. The interior inkwell cup is porcelain. We did not find any damage to this item. It measures 3.5" high. This would make a great gift for the inkwell collector as well as someone that collects cameo items.
$20 USDChild's Play Aluminum Baking Dish Coffee Set
Collectibles:Toys:Metal Child's Dishes
Here we have a very cute child's aluminum dish set. The set consists of a rectangular baking pan, a slotted spoon, a mixing bowl, a coffee pot (missing lid), a ice cream cup, a mug, a tea cup, and 2 saucers. Which is a total of nine pieces. We like the fact that is is a mix of serving pieces and baking pieces. To give you an idea of size, the coffee pot measures 3.5" high and the oblong baking pan is just over 5" long x 2.25" wide. The coffee pot has a battered rim but all the other pieces look ...
$125 USDRoyal Holland Pewter Coffee Tea Set original paperwork DAALDEROP
Collectibles:Metalware
A fine pewter coffee tea set that is in unused, pristine vintage condition. We have a lovely, classic design to the Pot and matching creamer and sugar. There is hard plastic black handles on each piece that have the look of wood. We obtained this directly from the original owner who NEVER used it, but kept as a fine display set. The original paperwork is included and is also pictured. Royal Holland Pewter remains some of the best handmade pewter in the world. It is manufactured by J. N. ...
Collectibles:Paintings, Prints:J.W. Gozzard:James Walter Gozzard:Print:Oilette
Offering for your consideration we have an original J.W. Gozzard print of a quaint English village scene at sunset. Mr. Gozzard's signature is on the bottom right corner. The picture focuses our eye on two men; one seated on a draft horse and the other walking. It seems that they have just come over the bridge in the background and are heading home after working all day. Our eyes then move to the Mother with children trailing after her hurrying over the bridge on her way home from her errands to ...
$10 USDMr. Peanut Collector Spoon Planters Peanut Company Baby Blue Plastic
Collectibles:Other Vintage Items:Collectible Spoon:Mr. Peanut
This spoon features Mr. Peanut on the handle. Mr. Peanut made his debut in 1918 in The Saturday Evening Post as the mascot for the Planter's Peanut Company. Planter's still uses Mr. Peanut today in some of their marketing and on their labels. This delightful item is baby blue plastic and really has some nice detail. The bowl is reticulated in the center and is completely round. The back of the handle show - surprise! - Mr. Peanut from behind. This is a great item and we hope a Mr. Peanut ...
$25 USDArt Nouveau Aluminum Table Crumber Scrapper Set
Collectibles:Metalware
Look at the marvelous Art Nouveau flower pattern on the top of both pieces. You have a crumb pan and scraper; both of which were used to keep a table cloth free of debris during each course. The pan measures 6" long at the bottom and 5" wide. The scraper measures 5.5" long. We did not find a makers mark on this adorable set but it is very heavy and has a wonderful silver tone finish. A really pretty set and one that is still functional even today.
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