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PEWTER WHALE OIL LAMP

PEWTER WHALE OIL LAMP

Turned candle stick base with acorn shaped top and burner. Pewter has a darkened patina with a few scattered small dings and dents. Whale oil was the preferred source of lighting in the early 1800s,… (179-784). Learn More »

FLINT GLASS GOBLET

FLINT GLASS GOBLET

Goblet is made of heavy flint glass with a design of eight arched flutes. Glass has a golden hue to it. Measures 5.25 inches high x 3.25 inches in diameter at the base. No chips or cracks. Bubbles and… (179-766). Learn More »

GEORGE III PEWTER PLATE WITH HALLMARKS

GEORGE III PEWTER PLATE WITH HALLMARKS

An antique British pewter plate, of round form with a broad flat rim and cavetto center. Reverse shows several hallmarks and touch marks, one which is not legible, except for, “LONDON”. We've been… (179-782). Learn More »

GERMAN SILVER SPECTACLES CASE

GERMAN SILVER SPECTACLES CASE

Hinged case for holding period eyewear. Features beaded border around decorative ridges on top and bottom of case. Measures 4 ¾” long x 1 1/8” wide. … (179-792). Learn More »

INDIAN WAR ERA POCKET STOVE, PATENTED 1887

INDIAN WAR ERA POCKET STOVE, PATENTED 1887

Inner company marking: “W.T. & Co./ Pat. Mar. 1887.” Compact two piece stove, within cylindrical tin w/circular cover, measuring 4” in diameter, 1.75” in height, with two 2.5” carrying… (172-4577). Learn More »

INDIAN WAR ERA POCKET STOVE, PATENTED 1872-1883

INDIAN WAR ERA POCKET STOVE, PATENTED 1872-1883

Tin case with folding handles also functions as a boiler and drinking cup. Lid has ring and lifts off to reveal a gridiron stove.  Label reads, “MULTUM IN PARVO / POCKET COOK STOVE / HOUCHIN’S… (172-4578). Learn More »

CIVIL WAR ERA CARVING SET BY GREEN RIVER WORKS

CIVIL WAR ERA CARVING SET BY GREEN RIVER WORKS

This set consists of a carving knife and fork with stand. The two tined fork meas. approx. 9.75 inches long with a squared bone handle that has yellowed some with age. Attached to the back of the… (213-86). Learn More »

EARLY GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR GLASS

EARLY GETTYSBURG SOUVENIR GLASS

Souvenir glass standing approx. 3.75 inches tall. Item is made of “milk” glass and is hand painted with red flowers with green stems and is stamped “GETTYSBURG” in black ink. Item exhibits… (M22266). Learn More »

WESTERWALD GLAZED JUG

WESTERWALD GLAZED JUG

Salt-glazed jug, from Westerwald (Germany). Made for British markets with a GR cypher. Incised and brushed in cobalt. Measures 6 ½” tall x 2 ¾” across base. In excallent condition. One of the… (909-93). Learn More »

TREENWARE PEPPER CASTER

TREENWARE PEPPER CASTER

Treen is distinctively different than other pieces made from wood such as furniture or cabinetry in that it is a name for small handmade vintage household items. Top of shaker lifts off to fill… (179-754). Learn More »

TREENWARE PEPPER CASTER

TREENWARE PEPPER CASTER

Treen is distinctively different than other pieces made from wood such as furniture or cabinetry in that it is a name for small handmade vintage household items. Top of shaker lifts off to fill… (179-755). Learn More »

18TH CENTURY FRENCH OR ITALIAN DRUG JAR

18TH CENTURY FRENCH OR ITALIAN DRUG JAR

Ceramic jar features a blue wreath surrounding the Latin medical name, “HYERA-DIACOLOC“, in the center. This medicine was used for headaches. Jar displays light surface cracks and scattered chips,… (909-59). Learn More »

DELFT DRUG JAR, CIRCA 1870

DELFT DRUG JAR, CIRCA 1870

Delft ceramic jar features gold gilt bands and cartouche label that reads, “UNG: CANET”. This was for an ointment. Jar has very slight chips on the top edge of rim. Measures 7 ½” high x 4 ½”… (909-78). Learn More »

DELFT DRUG JAR, CIRCA 1870

DELFT DRUG JAR, CIRCA 1870

English Delft ceramic jar features gold gilt bands and label flanked by palm trees that are encircled by serpents. Label reads, “COLD CREAM”.  Jar has one chip on the top edge of rim. Gold gilt… (909-76). Learn More »

DELFT DRUG JAR WITH LID, CIRCA 1860-70

DELFT DRUG JAR WITH LID, CIRCA 1860-70

English Delft porcelain jar features gold gilt bands, and the image of two palm trees with serpents. Label reads, “CONS: JUNIP: B:”. This was a conserve of juniper which was used for infectious… (909-79). Learn More »

VINTAGE COBALT BLUE GLASS VASE

VINTAGE COBALT BLUE GLASS VASE

This vase was likely made in England. Bubbles are present in the glass as a result of the hand-blown glass process. One small chip is present on the pedestal rim. Measures 8 ¾” tall x 4 ¼” at… (909-102). Learn More »

18TH CENTURY WET DRUG JAR

18TH CENTURY WET DRUG JAR

This Italian/French tin-glazed pottery jar features the Latin medical name, “S DE ATHOEA “, in a cartouche label. Jar displays very light surface cracks and chips at the foot rim, top rim and… (909-67). Learn More »

PUNCHED TIN LANTERN

PUNCHED TIN LANTERN

Lantern has a finely punched design. Features a carrying ring with crimped bonnet, single candle socket on the interior and scrolled latch. Measures 15” to top of the ring x 4 7/8” at the base.… (909-146). Learn More »

VICTORIAN HAIR JEWELRY BRACELET, ENGRAVED WITH “EMILY”

VICTORIAN HAIR JEWELRY BRACELET, ENGRAVED WITH “EMILY”

Hair bracelet has a beautifully engraved gold clasp, which fully functions. The name, “Emily” is engraved in the center. Security chain is present. Bracelet measures approx. 7” long. Hair is… (344-2654). Learn More »

WOODMEN OF THE WORLD FRATERNAL BADGE

WOODMEN OF THE WORLD FRATERNAL BADGE

Three piece brass medal has top hangar with celluloid insert that reads, “PAUL MUDRON CAMP NO. 75”. Camp 75 is located in Newark, NJ. Suspended from chains in the center is a small medal with a… (344-2996). Learn More »


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EXCELLENT U.S. MODEL 1840 LIGHT ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SABER WITH MINTY ETCHED BLADE

This pattern was introduced in 1840 for all mounted officers other than cavalry, but with the introduction of the 1850 patterns it was limited to officers of light artillery, making it very scarce. On top being a very hard to find pattern, this one… (870-635). Learn More »

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