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Another penmanship book: Nathaniel Dearborn 1842
This is “The American Text Book for Letters” published by Nathaniel Dearborn in Boston, 1842. I got it at an estate auction back in the ‘70s. It was falling apart, so I had it re-backed. Don’t... -
Any info? Embossed brass covered, wall mounted key ring holder?
When I first saw this at a thrift store I thought it went in a bathroom over a sink like a medicine box, but when I opened it I saw the 2 hooks for key rings & it made me think of a old brownstone... -
Pair Nickle Plated Oil Lamps
I have had these lamps for a couple of years and have not been able to find anything other than the wick adjuster knob was made by Plume & Atwood. The last patent date on the knob is Feb 27,... -
Researching miniature portrait
I’ve been trying to research this portrait miniature of a young boy:
The painting appears to be signed “Harold Cox” and dated 1913. Now, I’ve found mention in a Montreal newspaper of a miniature... -
Vase identification
Hello,
I am trying to identify a mark on a vase I have been given. I know nothing about the vase at all so have attached photos. It would be a great relief if any body could be kind enough to put... -
Oddest little silver (plate probably) decanter label
Why would you have a label engraved Reading?
From the font and style, I think it's 19th C. No hallmarks or owt. Small too. -
9th century linking pin
I did show some items on the Board including this that my late Dad found metal detecting.
Anyway yesterday I sent off a pic of one piece to the local Museums service and they seem quite excited by... -
Heraldic device on toddy ladle ...
I wonder if anyone is able to identify the heraldic device on the handle of this toddy ladle.
It is part of a set of six about which I posted previously on 25 November 2017 when I was battling to... -
Dutch horse and sleigh
I found this little horse and sleigh on eBay, no mention of hallmarks etc but I thought I could spy marks and liked it anyway.
It was described as white metal. Turns out I was right but I could... -
ISO: Identification Help on Pottery Vessel
Good morning, Antiquers!
I am in search of help identifying what this piece is please. It measures 4.75" tall, 3.5" across it's base, and about 2.25" wide. It weighs in at 12.1 ounces...
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