Bronwen's Recent Activity

  1. Bronwen replied to the thread Translation Help on Knife.

    They are runes. But I wouldn't be the least surprised if it's Lord of the Rings related & someone wanted a dwarvish blade....

    Apr 25, 2024 at 9:17 PM
  2. Bronwen liked drg642's post in the thread Grueby-ish Art Pottery Vase at Sale Tomorrow.

    Does anyone recognize this vase? I only have the one photo from an estate sale listing. Reminds me of Grueby, but after searching do...

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  3. Bronwen liked lovewrens's post in the thread Grueby-ish Art Pottery Vase at Sale Tomorrow.

    Looks right to me. Grab it if you can!

    Apr 25, 2024 at 9:15 PM
  4. Bronwen liked Joe in PA's post in the thread Little wood carved and painted box purpose and age..

    Very nice. "Masculine" themed? Perhaps for pocket watch or ring storage? I see some similar shapes described as a "Ring Bearers Box,...

    Apr 25, 2024 at 8:23 PM
  5. Bronwen liked 916Bulldogs123's post in the thread Little wood carved and painted box purpose and age..

    This little box is 4" wide square by 3 1/2" tall. The inside is only 2 1/4" wide x 1" deep. Looks hand carved? and five oval painted...

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  6. Bronwen liked johnnycb09's post in the thread Any lampshade makers here?.

    I searched for THE perfect lamp shades several years ago .I swear it took me months,and I finally took to carrying one of the lamps with...

    Apr 25, 2024 at 5:42 PM
  7. Bronwen liked NanaB's post in the thread Silver bangle and ring, any thoughts?.

    I have tiny fingers & wrists. I have never bought either without having to have them sized or things removed. My last ring that was...

    Apr 25, 2024 at 4:19 PM
  8. Bronwen liked Ownedbybear's post in the thread vintage Egyptian style bracelet.

    It may even be pre war.

    Apr 25, 2024 at 3:56 PM
  9. Bronwen liked evelyb30's post in the thread ANOTHER McInnis Auction---SO MUCH to just look at....apparently a fairly.

    Tedsona Vittel? There's a Vittel water bottling company in the Vosges Mountains. It wouldn't surprise me if the name popped up on...

    Apr 25, 2024 at 3:13 PM
  10. Bronwen replied to the thread Any lampshade makers here?.

    I could use that one. Buy you a case of beer for it.

    Apr 25, 2024 at 3:10 PM
  11. Bronwen liked Rayo56's post in the thread Any lampshade makers here?.

    I can't make a lamp shade but have been known to wear one at times - :D [IMG]

    Apr 25, 2024 at 3:10 PM
  12. Bronwen replied to the thread vintage Egyptian style bracelet.

    Looks like an Egyptian souvenir to me, so hard to date, 1960s, maybe. Egypt is good about marking silver but am unaware of any marks...

    Apr 25, 2024 at 3:07 PM
  13. Bronwen replied to the thread ANOTHER McInnis Auction---SO MUCH to just look at....apparently a fairly.

    The multiple marks, many numbers scratched out, & a single written out name says German to me, so maybe have that in mind while trying...

    Apr 24, 2024 at 2:18 PM
  14. Bronwen liked PepperAnna's post in the thread ANOTHER McInnis Auction---SO MUCH to just look at....apparently a fairly.

    I've been watching that lot, too. The hardstone cameo has an inscription on the back. I asked McInnis to supply a better picture, which...

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  15. Bronwen liked 808 raver's post in the thread Silver bangle and ring, any thoughts?.

    I don't think it matters who made it, even the marked ones are selling just over the scrap value of the metal. It's nice to know about...

    Apr 24, 2024 at 2:15 PM