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Here we go again- what did I buy for $1?
This is extremely lightweight. Is bakelite heavier? Is there a bakelite that is coated? Could be resin. I have to flash a UV light on it tonight. Would all bakelite react to a simichrome test?... -
Bronze Vase
Good morning all:
Found this bronze vase last weekend. It measures about 19" x 14" U.S., and weighs in at a heavy 5-10 pounds. It's bronze finished in a deep plum color, with the foot and crown... -
Destiny Comes Calling
We have our set schedule for the week. There's a town we pass that I always want to stop at. 25 or 30 years ago (long before we lived in PA) I saw a painted moon and cow clock that I loved.... -
Nautical lamp
I recently found this nautical lamp, made by Felthousen & Russell of Buffalo, NY. It has a patent date of 1861 and I believe it likely dates to the 1860’s as there is no mention of this company’s... -
Carved African headrest
Saw this piece yesterday at one of my favorite booths (didn't buy-$140.00). It's an African Headrest, carved wood 5" to 6" tall.Love this form-an ancient shape as you can see from the Egyptian... -
1962 Cubist Portrait
I got this portrait at a recent antique fair. The guy selling it said that he was told it was by an Oregon artist, but I haven't found one named "Lew Wallace" (or Lewis), which is what I think the... -
Fantastic Crystal find today!
I found this at the Thrift shop today. It was 1/2 price day so it was less then $2.
Its a Christofle (Never heard of them) Atalante Ice Bucket. It took me awhile to become aware that this is a... -
Glass sterling garnet bowl and chopsticks
Hi everyone! I went to an evening sale tonight and picked this up for $20. Brought it home and tested it. The chopsticks are testing as silver. They have what I assume is garnet inlayed in the... -
Need help with Paperweight and siggy
Hello all. I picked up this paperweight at an estate sale today. I may have paid too much ($12)....but it was pretty and signed so I went for it. It's an odd uneven shape. and the siggy is hard... -
Does anyone collect agateware?
These 5" tall cats came to auction a few weeks ago:
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