Antique

1912 Tuck Antique Puzzle Dickens Coaching D14 Pickwickians Leave Cross, 400+ Pieces & Box

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We’re selling an interesting group of antique and vintage puzzles, fresh from a local collector. This listing features a hard-to-find Raphael Tuck wooden puzzle, circa 1912. Designed by artist A. Ludovici, from the Dickens Coaching Zag-Zaw 400 p series, we are offering “The Pickwickians Leave the Golden Cross for Rochester.”

Puzzle is in the original box, marked “D 14”.

  • I counted 407 pieces and I believe that means it is complete, but we didn’t  assemble so cannot guarantee.
  • LOTS of figural pieces, wonderful interesting shapes.
  • Pieces are excellent condition; box shows wear and marks but so good to find together!
  • I’ve shown a photo of this puzzle that I found on the Internet and will print off a photo copy to include when we ship.
  • VERY special addition to your collection.

Please look at our other Antique Puzzles in our connectibles eBay store.

 

Antique Inkwell P.S. & W. Peck Stow Wilcox 1877 Cast Iron Stork EXC 3 pc Set

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Pictured here is a wonderful antique cast iron inkwell, complete with pressed glass insert and lid. Made by Connecticut’s Peck, Stow & Wilcox Company circa 1877, it’s in overall EXCELLENT condition with no breaks or repairs.

  • Stand measures 4″ x 3-1/2″ x 5″, and has ornate decoration. Top shows a stork with places for 3 pens; bottom stand has 4 feet on the base and elegant rising sun motif.
  • Pressed glass ink bottle has elegant square shape, and measures 2″ square. On the bottom the impressed words “PS&W co. Pat Dec 11, 77” appears. Glass is smooth, no chips, remnants of ink inside that I leave to lucky new owner to clean if you choose.
  • Lid is secure and fits beautifully.

Hard to find one of these in better condition!  Please look at this great inkwell and other collectibles in our connectibles eBay store.

Spoon Sterling Silver CIVIL WAR 1865 Spartanburg General Daniel Morgan

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We’re selling an interesting group of antique silver Souvenir Spoons fresh from a local collection. Late 1800’s through early 1900’s for most.  Very good to excellent overall condition, need a polishing to be even prettier.

Pictured here is one of the oldest in the collection. Engraved Civil War era 1865 spoon with the Revolutionary War decorated General Daniel Morgan represented in the figural design. Engraved with the inscription he received when he got the Congressional medal, reads: “Victoria Libertatis Vindex – Victory, the protector of Liberty.”  Most likely given to a Civil War Soldier.

Also marked “SPARTANBURG”, and engraved “Tom, May 5th, 1865″ on back of bowl. HEAVY & substantial, over 27 grams of sterling. Measures 5-1/2”. FASCINATING historical memorabilia.

Elaborate details on the bowl.
Very good condition, with elaborate details on the bowl. Marked Sterling – British Hallmarks, HEMMENAN.

Please check our connectibles store to see the whole collection as they are offered for sale.

Victorian FIGURAL Napkin Ring Simpson 3 OWLS Silver Gold

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Victorian Figural napkin rings are a joy to collect, display, set a beautiful table! Silverplate, these were produced late 1800’s through turn of the century. Victorians often used silver-plated items for their dining room where dinner was an elaborate social event. The various figural napkin rings were assigned to family members as holders of their napkins that were used all week until wash day.

Pictured here is a hard to find version of a rare ring, evaluated in the Gottschalk & Witson book as A+ rare category.  “Long Eared Owl” with owelets roosting on a branch is “truly a beautiful ring.”

Simpson, Hall, Miller & Company #204. This version has gold plating on top of the silver plating for accent areas like the leaves and the center of the base as well as details around the legs.

Condition is VERY good, with some light wear to the gold plating. Outstanding version of this exceptionally high quality figural ring. 4″ high.  Please see our connectibles store for other napkin rings.

 

Antique 1886 Photo Souvenir Book NIAGARA FALLS – Wittemann / Glaser

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We were lucky to find a wonderful Antique Souvenir Album book “Views of Niagara Falls”, published in 1886 by Adolph Wittemann, New York, using photo-views by Louis Glaser’s process.

The album is 4-3/4″ x 5-3/4″ with an Accordion fold with 12 photo-lithograph panels showing the American Falls, Horseshoe Fall, Suspension Bridge, Maid of the Mist, Prospect Park, Biddle’s Stairs, Goat Island, Great Western Railway bridge, Canada Southern Railway bridge, Whirlpool and more.

The Original decorative red paper covered boards stamped in gilt is in overall very good condition with some minor scuffs on edges and covers.  The photos are beautiful and in excellent condition.

This would make a wonderful addition to a sophisticated collection of photographs, books and memorabilia of Niagara Falls, New York and Canada.

How to Care for and Store Antique Glass Christmas Ornaments

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For many collectors hanging antique molded and free blown glass ornaments have come to represent the ultimate way to decorate your Christmas Tree, adding sparkle AND nostalgia from the past to your modern holiday. Hand decorated, fragile thin-walled ornaments with silvering, fancy designs, mica glitter add an elegance that is not possible with modern more cheaply made styles. Obviously once you have found your special treasures, you want to take special care in handling and storing them. Some tips:

When hanging on your tree, place higher up to avoid accidental “bumps” (and to help you see them better!)

If dusty, use a makeup brush to gently remove dust & light dirt. If still dirty and does not have any spun glass extra detail that could be damaged, some recommend submerging carefully in warm soapy water using only your hand to wash. Allow to air dry.

Store where temperature does not fluctuate too much. Damp cold basements or heated attics can damage the silvering and cause the hand-painted designs to flake. Look for a safer storage location with consistent temperature range with minimum moisture.

Do NOT store wrapped with newspaper as the ink print can rub off onto the glass. Acid free paper is best.

Either remove hooks, OR store with hooks not touching the glass to avoid scratches.

Divided boxes can either be built OR purchased.

Carefully store, and now start looking forward to finding NEW examples to add to your collection for NEXT year’s joyous holiday Check out our large collection of ornaments at our connectibles store.

Antique Victorian Sea SHELL Art Mirror DRESSER Sailors

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We’re delighted to have found an outstanding collection of antique Victorian seashell art that we discovered while treasure hunting on Martha’s Vineyard. If you love decorating with vintage “beach” memorabilia, these are one of the nicest additions you can add to your decor.

 From a charming turn-of-the-19th century seaside “Gingerbread cottage”, these gems are now available to be shared & admired again.  These are the nicest we’ve ever offered in terms of condition, assortment and design. Similar to “Sailor’s Valentines”, outstanding detail and patience required for these one of a kind hand-made pieces dating from the late 1800’s to early 1900’s. 

Features here is one of the highlights of the collection.  A miniature “dresser” complete with mirror, “faux bois” painted sides, elaborately decorated. Remarkable detail down to the mock drawers & faux brass handles. Artist over 100 years ago took great care with the placement of the miniature shells and the overall artistic designs.  Intricate pattern. This is a Very special piece, especially with the details of the drawers (don’t open, faux design.) Excellent addition to a serious collection & display.  Available at Connectibles.

Rogers Silverplate Cruet Caster Set Triple Plate 1880

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We recently found a beautiful Rogers Brothers Turning Wheel 4 Station Cruet Caster Set. This set is in excellent condition considering it was made in the period 1870 – 1880. It has the Rogers Mark on the turning wheel.  The four bottles included with the set are Oil, Vinegar, Mustard, and Salt.  We found a reference to this item in an 1880 catalog, and the cost was $4.25.

The Stand is about 14″ high and 7″ wide. The turning wheel features a very nice leaf and floral decoration around its outer circumference. This set displays very nicely and has 4 matching bottles, which I am told is very rare. This is truly a rare find from the treasure hunters at Connectibles.