Maybe they were referring to the base when they said cobalt. Even though the base also is not cobalt blue. It’s at least blue though.
I bought a presidential signature at auction once. Someone chased the bidding up to $700 or so on me. Just me and one other bidder going back and...
most people when they make a listing on eBay they search for a somewhat similar item. When they find one they click “sell one like this”. When you...
Beauty! They are rightfully one of the most sought after stones. They do seem magical and mysterious! A nice opal specimen to look at and ponder...
I see some Hediao and maybe the largest bead is a sea bean?
I’m not sure I’m in a position to offer tips on the subject but that’s what I’d do :). For one dollar each I’d buy a thousand of them. There’s a...
Thanks. Looks like a strong contender. I’m fine to settle there even without 100% confirmation. I wouldn’t have guessed Thai made, but no reason...
Me too. Well I love snake stuff. I wouldn’t say I’m terrified of them but I’m way less brave than as a boy. We used to snake hunt. Actively sought...
Forearm or upper arm? Makes sense. I put it on my wrist for shits and gigs and it didn’t really fit well on my flat wrists.
Any ideas on who/when/where? I’d think not newer than 70s/80s and not older than 20s. Likely on the later side? Came in a lot of some pretty good...
Cool ring! If opals aren’t in an old setting or really high end setting I tend to assume they are not real until proven otherwise. Particularly...
An image search couldn’t really ever tell you how old a plate is. Just how old similar designs are. Same design on a 500 year old plate and a 5...
Did you try the translate feature in the google app? I’ve gotta start paying more attention to auctions with $1 opening bids or whatever this...
Back also looks quite new. I wouldn’t be surprised if even 70s-90s. Here is a shot of the hardware on mine. [ATTACH]
I’ve sold much smaller carved figures in a similar style and quality without the hair for $50-$100. I think mine were late 19th or early 20th....
Looks more contemporary to me too. Post 1950. I’ve got one of those brass hanger things in that same design on a frame here. It is stamped Hong...
“Small signs of use (or age) on strap but overall it looks good” further down listing “make sure to examine all photos” I try to avoid using...
I’m always fascinated my sumida gawa when I find it. Such an interesting combination of glazez/color and texture and skill. You’d think they’d...
Based on the quality of the decoration I’d agree. Good but not Meiji good. Earlier to mid’ish 20th. Maybe even past the halfway point of the...
Sounds like an amazing experience. I miss having outdoor adventure. I’ll have to climb out of my adventure free rut someday soon. Your fun is...
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