Vintage

Singer FEATHERWEIGHT Centennial Sewing Machine 221 LOT

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We’re always excited when we find a Singer FEATHERWEIGHT Sewing Machine to offer, as we know how much they are loved! This is one of the nicest ones we’ve ever had.

Limited Edition CENTENNIAL 221-1 version, offered for the 100th Anniversary in 1951 of the Singer Sewing Company. Plate number AK404169 indicates the production date of May 10, 1951.

 

  •  Condition is overall EXCELLENT, with only some light marks or scratches. Finish is glossy. Appears to have had very minor light use and was kept beautifully.
  • Decals are outstanding, as you can see in the photos (please scroll down & click to enlarge for details). Medallion gold is sharp & crisp.
  • ORIGINAL Striated plate is excellent.
  • Starts easily, runs smoothly, original pedal is in excellent condition as well.
  • The carrying case is in excellent condition, with a faint oil odor from storage.

LOTS of accessories, including an instruction booklet, original oil, attachments box, and the following:

  • Foot hemmer
  • The Ruffler (2 in box, 1 is apart)
  • Edge Stitcher
  • Multi Slotted Binder
  • Gathering Foot
  • Another dark color accessory I haven’t ID
  • 2 keys to the carrying case
  • 4 bobbins, screwdriver,r, and more as shown.
  • TERRIFIC version of the highly collectible Singer!

This beautiful Singer is available from your Treasure Hunters at Connectibles.

Whiting Davis antique Mesh Bag DRESDEN Gold Abstract

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We’re delighted to have found a wonderful group of antique and vintage WHITING DAVIS mesh purses, catalogues and accessories fresh from the home of a former employee. This would be a terrific opportunity to add to your collection and display. Often featured in VOGUE magazine as stylish accessories for a glamorous night out, as they easily hold cell phone, credit cards, house key. Long a movie-star tradition, these purses were carried by the likes of Joan Crawford to Nicole Kidman!

The picture to the left is of the prettiest we found – a dazzling DRESDEN baby ring fine mesh bag with a “watercolor-like” abstract pattern.  Soft pastel floral expressionist pattern on gold links, gold frame. This style purse was chosen as first image on title page of “Whiting & Davis Purses – The Perfect Mesh”book by Pina.

DOLL Pushes BABY Buggy / ROCKET Apollo Moon Traveler / Toy TANK U.S. Army M-18

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The videos below are just three examples of a great collection of vintage battery-operated and wind-up toys we acquired from a local collector last week. This is one of the finest collections we have had over the past five years. Great for the collector, or for just bringing back fond memories of the toys you had as a child, these are outstanding. Please check these amazing toys out at connectibles

Battery JAPAN 1950’s Toy CRAGSTAN CRAPSHOOTER Box

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We’re very excited to be offering a very special group of 1950s Made in Japan Battery & Wind-Up vintage toys, fresh to market after decades in storage at the collector’s home. Quality ranges from “top of the line” new-in-box items for discerning collectors to fantastic opportunities for beginning toy collectors. VERY entertaining, delightful collectibles sure to make young & “young at heart” smile!

We’ve tested them all, and the condition is as noted. Many have videos to show you the working conditions, as we know that’s so important.

This is a “CRAGSTAN CRAPSHOOTER” in its original box, battery-operated, 1950s “Made in Japan.” It’s in as-new condition, clean & bright & works beautifully. Outstanding version of this popular toy. The box shows light wear. 9-1/2″ tall. Realistic Actions are:

  • Rolls the dice out of the cup (dice new condition).
  • Vinyl face makes a “chewing” motion.
  • Cragston Toy # 71575

Hard to find a better version of this popular toy. Available at connectibles!

WPA LE signed Prints Jacob Kainen & Saul Kovner

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We are featuring a group of WPA Prints that are pretty exceptional. From our own personal MUSEUM quality collection, we are downsizing and able to offer a select group of these historical works of art. These are guaranteed authentic 1930s works of art, NOT modern reproductions. All are from the New York City Graphic Arts Division and provide a unique opportunity to own both a striking work of art AND an actual piece of United States “history.”

Two are pictured here, one a SIGNED ORIGINAL 1940s lithograph print by artist SAUL KOVNER (American 1904-1982) titled “Skaters, Crotona Park.”  Terrific winter scene of the famous Bronx, New York park. Signed, inscribed in graphite center & lower right. For an extra whimsical touch, SAUL included his name & date on a sign IN the actual print. The other is a SIGNED ORIGINAL 1930s lithograph print by artist JACOB KAINEN (American 1909-2001) titled “CONVALESCENT.”   Signed and titled, Federal Art Project NYC WPA stamp on lower left.

Jacob Kainen worked for the NYC FAP from 1935 to 1942. He became a print-maker, curator of the Smithsonian’s collection of graphic arts, and a collector of prints, particularly those of German expressionists. During the 1930s, he became a social realist & influential member of the NY Graphics Arts division. After WWII, he moved to the Washington, DC area & assumed a leadership role in the arts community. Later work became primarily abstract.

See more of these incredible works of art at connectibles. 

Belt Buckle Vintage Beer PABST BREWING Brass Name Plate

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We have acquired a terrific collection of vintage and recent beer-theme BELT BUCKLES, fresh from an extensive BREWERIANA collection. All are in VERY good to Excellent condition. Pictured to the left is a vintage  “PABST Brewing Company Milwaukee, WIS”  brass buckle. “Age Purity Strength since 1844.”

  • This buckle measures 3″ x 2-1/2″ for the buckle; the ing portion is 1-7/8″.

Based on the design of the name plate on the Brew Kettle, which has been in use for 100 years, and is in excellent condition. We have over 50 buckles that will be featured over the next several weeks. These buckles represent many of the old and famous breweries. See them all at connectibles.

BUCHERER Antique Metal Compo DOLL Figure SABA 8″ 1920s

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Bucherer Doll

We now have an unusual group of antique dollhouse dolls, fresh to market after having been in storage together for over 40 years.

The photo to the far left shows the entire group of 1920s – 1930s German & other European dolls, all in very good to excellent condition.

 The other picture is of one of the most unusual & interesting! A. BUCHERER and Cie Company patented metal ball-jointed” doll dating from 1920-11930s Fine Swiss technology allows for excellent articulation with finely tuned metal balls & sockets.

Find these and other dolls at our eBay Store Connectibles.

Exciting Collection of Vintage Salt and Pepper Shakers

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Holt Howard Cozy Kittens Salt & Pepper
Shmoo Salt & Pepper

We have acquired a terrific collection (and HUGE) of over 100 vintage 1950s Salt and Pepper Shaker sets, fresh from a local collector.

The picture to the far left shows HOLT Howard’s highly collectible “Cozy Kitten Stacking Seasons” set from 1958. This set is in good to excellent condition overall, with some light wear—great to find it all together!

The other picture shows a terrific set of Eva Zeisel original Town & Country RED WING Pottery salt and pepper shakers known as the SHMOO set!

It’s such great fun to discover this unbelievable collection and then research to adequately describe and bring these unique items to our buyers at our eBay Store Connectibles.

Antique Child Dish Tea Set 23p Victorian Box RS Prussia

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We sell new items in our eBay store. However, our really BIG business is our mostly vintage collectibles in our eBay store Connectibles.  This is an example of a rare item we picked from a local collector last week.Child's Tea Service  This is a beautiful antique Child’s service for 6, with an original box featuring Victorian design and French graphics. According to the book R. S. Prussia: The Formative Years by Leland & Carol Marple on page 166, this set is attributed to R.S. Prussia. The set handles, spouts, and other components have been attributed to the Reinhold Schlegelmilch plant in Tillowitz. Circa 1894 – 1905, this box probably dates it to the earlier date.

(This is one) of approximately 1700 items in our store. Our items represent many categories of collectibles. We pride ourselves on finding rare and vintage items from local and regional collectors. Since our recent retirement, this quest to rescue these items and bring them to our loyal customers has become a real passion. I guess you could say it is one of our contributions to the green recycling effort.