Many thanks to all contributors - VERY much appreciated !!!!
I've just realised that the jar probably contained mustard - as indicated in large letters on the shoulders of the jar - although the company...
Sorry to pester you guys again, but I've been racking my brains about this one. It's a Batty and Co. pickle jar - possibly late 19th or very...
Thanks for providing this useful info ! Much appreciated !!
Aha ! Thanks for the tip.
Thanks for your comments everyone. I suspect that the gold colour is the remains of gilding.
I've have just acquired three silver spoons, which, according to my research, are sometimes described as 'caviar' spoons. They are quite...
Thanks for the info, 2manybooks. So it looks like it's vintage, rather than antique. The asking price is €150, so it ain't cheap !
The photos are from the seller. As yet, I haven't requested any further pics. Sorry.
Sorry, can't say. The pics are from the seller.
During my ongoing quest to improve my modest collection of Asian ceramics, I recently came across this interesting item quite by chance. It was...
I've just come across this article which is being sold as a 'paperweight', although it is obviously intended for some other use. Despite my almost...
Thank you all once again for all your comments...... from wood grain to migraine !!
Thanks, everyone, for your comments. It looks like being some type of Walnut, then. Although I must admit that the patterns bring back...
Unfortunately not - at the moment anyway. I very nearly bought it earlier today, but my interest has waned slightly, so I've held off. However, I...
Would anyone be able to identify the very unusual root wood used in the veneer of this antique lidded box ? It reminds me somehow of olive wood,...
Many thanks for the info, Brad.
Many thanks for your prompt and informative reply. I've searched the net, but can find only little info on this style of lock. As you're the...
I'd be grateful if you experts were to give your opinion on this extremely old looking padlock which I recently acquired. It is rather crudely...
Japanese ! Many thanks for your help. Much obliged !
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