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EXCELLENT “HOUSEWIFE” WITH ORIGINAL CONTENTS

EXCELLENT “HOUSEWIFE” WITH ORIGINAL CONTENTS

This period sewing kit comes to us in a very nice condition.  The exterior is finished in a textured black leather with gold silk ribbon borders.  As is typical of age and use, the outer portion… (2024-2101). Learn More »

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SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS

SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS

This is an elaborately decorated small pair of silver tongs measuring 4.5” long overall. Features raised “leaf” pattern on arms. Initials “C.F.W.” on spring end. Detailed chicken claw-footed… (1266-972). Learn More »

SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY GORHAM

SMALL STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY GORHAM

This is a nice small pair of silver tongs measuring 4” long overall. Features raised “dot” spoon handle pattern on arms. Initials “L.A.W.” on spring end. Claw-footed ends. Hallmark of Gorham… (1266-971). Learn More »

SET OF ELEVEN COIN SILVER TEASPOONS BY W.M. SAVAGE OF KENTUCKY

SET OF ELEVEN COIN SILVER TEASPOONS BY W.M. SAVAGE OF KENTUCKY

Attractive set of spoons of with simple design; each is monogrammed, “Snowden” in script lettering. Maker marked on the reverse, “W.M. SAVAGE”.  Measure 5 ½” in length. Overall very nice… (1266-941). Learn More »

SET OF FOUR 19TH CENTURY COIN SILVER DINNER FORKS BY G.D. CLARK OF BALTIMORE

SET OF FOUR 19TH CENTURY COIN SILVER DINNER FORKS BY G.D. CLARK OF BALTIMORE

An attractive set of forks measuring 8” in length with scroll designs on the handle. Monogrammed “RC” in script lettering. Maker marked in the reverse of the handles, “G. D.… (1266-933). Learn More »

TIFFANY & CO. STERLING SILVER ROSE BUD SALT CELLAR

TIFFANY & CO. STERLING SILVER ROSE BUD SALT CELLAR

This modern, mid-20th century piece is a TIFFANY & CO Makers Rose Bud lidded Dish Sterling Silver 23764 Salt or Saccharine Box with tongs.  Missing the holder that would complete the set. Gold… (1266-119). Learn More »

WELL-WORN CIVIL WAR BROGANS

WELL-WORN CIVIL WAR BROGANS

Officially known as the M1851 Jefferson Bootee, the simple but rugged “brogan” was the standard issue shoe for both US and CS forces during the Civil War. They have a medium rise upper with four… (1268-019). Learn More »

GILT BRASS AND MOTHER-OF-PEARL OPERA GLASSES BY LEMAIRE

GILT BRASS AND MOTHER-OF-PEARL OPERA GLASSES BY LEMAIRE

Lemaire was one of the better-regarded optical instrument makers in the 19th century. This is an elegant pair of opera glasses in their original carrying case. The binoculars are gilt brass and… (1266-142). Learn More »

PAIR OF COIN SILVER DINNER FORKS BY S. LEWIS OF WASHINGTON, DC

PAIR OF COIN SILVER DINNER FORKS BY S. LEWIS OF WASHINGTON, DC

Very nice condition forks measuring 8” in length. Etched with initials, “WMB”. “S LEWIS” mark on reverse of handle along with touch marks. Samuel Lewis, born in 1818, was apprenticed to… (1266-935). Learn More »

C1860 COIN SILVER TONGS BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO. OF BALTIMORE

C1860 COIN SILVER TONGS BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO. OF BALTIMORE

Outstanding condition tongs produced in Baltimore by Canfield Bro. & Co. Measure 8 ¼” in length. Marked on the inside, “CANFIELD BRO. & CO.” Canfield & Brothers was formed in 1835… (1266-957). Learn More »

OPERA GLASSES BY T.F. GUION OF NEW ORLEANS

OPERA GLASSES BY T.F. GUION OF NEW ORLEANS

Thomas F. Guion of New Orleans will be familiar to Civil War collectors as a dealer in “gentleman’s furnishings” at a “fancy and variety” store at 20 Camp Street from at least 1841 to 1869… (1266-281). Learn More »

SILVER SUGAR TONGS

SILVER SUGAR TONGS

This is a nice pair of silver tongs measuring 6” long overall. Features nice engraved edge design on arms. Initials “P.L.M.” on spring end. Small spoon bowl ends. Hallmark on both arms appears… (1266-959). Learn More »

SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY W. MITCHELL, JR.

SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY W. MITCHELL, JR.

This is a nice older pair of silver tongs measuring 6.5” long overall. Features scalloped edges at top with small oval bowls at ends of arms. Hallmark of “W. MITCHELL JR.” within a ribbon on… (1266-975). Learn More »

LARGE SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY CANFIELD

LARGE SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY CANFIELD

This is a long pair of silver tongs measuring 6.5” long overall. Initials “A.B.S.” on spring end. Detailed sea-shell ends. Hallmarked on inside of both arms “CANFIELD [star] 10.15” Fine… (1266-958). Learn More »

MID-19TH CENTURY TODDY LADLE BY S. LEWIS OF WASHINGTON, D.C.

MID-19TH CENTURY TODDY LADLE BY S. LEWIS OF WASHINGTON, D.C.

Excellent condition small ladle measures 6 ½” in length. Etched with initials, “WMB”. “S LEWIS” mark on reverse of handle. This ladle was used to serve Hot Toddy (Hot water, whiskey, lemon,… (1266-936). Learn More »

WARTIME STONEWALL JACKSON MEDAL IN BRONZE

WARTIME STONEWALL JACKSON MEDAL IN BRONZE

These wartime medals were made in France and brought in through the blockade. According to the best modern study, by Pete Bertram in Confederate Numismatica, they show up in white metal, bronze,… (1266-377). Learn More »

WARTIME STONEWALL JACKSON MEDAL IN SILVERED WHITE METAL

WARTIME STONEWALL JACKSON MEDAL IN SILVERED WHITE METAL

These wartime medals were made in France and brought in through the blockade. According to the best modern study, by Pete Bertram in Confederate Numismatica, they show up in white metal, bronze,… (1266-376). Learn More »

SET OF COIN SILVER DESSERT FORKS BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO. OF BALTIMORE

SET OF COIN SILVER DESSERT FORKS BY CANFIELD BRO. & CO. OF BALTIMORE

A beautiful set of dessert forks in excellent condition. The measure approx. 6 ¾” in length. Excellent, clean condition.  Each is engraved on the handled in script letters: “May”.  Marked on… (1266-932). Learn More »

PAIR OF ENGRAVED 19TH CENTURY STERLING SILVER SERVING SPOONS BY HARRIS & SHAFER

PAIR OF ENGRAVED 19TH CENTURY STERLING SILVER SERVING SPOONS BY HARRIS & SHAFER

An attractive pair of spoons measuring approx. 8 ½” in length, each engraved on the handle in script letters, “Vandeventer / 1841 – 1891”.  Perhaps they were a 50th wedding anniversary gift.… (1266-942). Learn More »

VERY NICE UNION CASE FOR SIXTH-PLATE IMAGE

VERY NICE UNION CASE FOR SIXTH-PLATE IMAGE

Very nice conditioned Union case for housing a sixth-plate ambro or tintype. The exterior pattern is titled Geometric Floral and is in excellent condition. The raised pattern is sharp and free of… (1000-1362). Learn More »

$160.00
Originally $200.00


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EXCELLENT CONDITION EARLY MARINE MAMALUKE WITH IVORY GRIP AND ENGRAVED SCABBARD

Manufactured: U.S.  Maker: Unmarked  Year: C1820-25  Model: Mamaluke Size: 29.25 inch blade 1.30 in. wide  Condition: Excellent+ Sharply curved, single edged, blue and gold engraved blade decorated with ships mast, Indian with headdress, arms,… (870-72). Learn More »

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