The Adams mark is most likely 70s, but possibly 60s. 'MICRATEX' is the name for a extra string ware introduced in 1963...
The fact that the pin/clasp extends out as far as it does says before the 1920s, I believe.
http://www.emcity.com/cini.htm Aquarius Zodiac Brooch [IMG] This sweet and ornate Aquarius brooch has a classic design with the cherub pouring...
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Looks like one I brought back from China in the mid-90s. Mine has a different color lacquer and was sold as a souvenir. Yours is a little nicer....
Take a loupe or magnifying glass and look for pixels. :)
Where I want to use it, it will mostly hide the issue.
I was looking at some online stuff about repairing. I may just be content to stop the damage. I suspect that a repair would be pricey and I do...
This hole, about the size of a quarter, is close to the end where the edge unraveled. [ATTACH]
[ATTACH] Guess it would have helped to post a pic of the damage :) Will post the other part in a minute.
Not an expert, but guessing the same on the age just based on the style.
Oh, cool! You lived in the Dupont estate!
Thanks, Pat.
I picked this rug up at an estate sale the other day. I liked the colors and needed something for my hallway, but now I am wondering if it is...
And that keeps it from deteriorating further?
I'm going to keep the other one framed. It doesn't show any signs of issues and it is really pretty!
OOh, gorgeous feather fan! And, to the sad news. The faux tortoise fan guards snapped/crumbled when touched. I barely handled it at all and was...
So, no vinegar smell, but guards snapped at mere touch. Heavy sigh! Guessing celluloid disease was correct. They hung on a wall well away from...
Thanks Evelyb30. Never heard of celluloid disease, but I really appreciate the warning about mingling the fans! I might have done that not...
Hi All, I'm Debbie and I am an estate sale/Ebay junkie, at least in my spare time, LOL! I know a little about a lot and never mind sharing info....
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