A pair of serving pieces in the Old English sterling flatware pattern by Birks. Included is the 6-5/8" stainless steel bladed cheese server with a hollow handle (Roden mark, later Birks) and the 4-1/4" sugar tongs. These items are in excellent condition with no monograms, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a tiny dent on the extreme end of the cheese server's handle and some surface corrosion spots along one edge of the blade...

A group of five 6" silver plated teaspoons in the La Vigne pattern, introduced by 1881 Rogers in 1908. These spoons are in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Surface shipping to the U.S. starts at $6.90 (other spots may vary) - insurance is included...

A sterling-handled two piece large format carving set and cake server in the Louis pattern, issued by Birks. The blades are all stainless steel on these items, and the carving set consists of the 14-1/8" knife and the 10-7/8" carving fork with flip-up knife guard. The cake or pie lifter measures 9-3/8" long...

This Ethnic Minority Chinese arm guard was formed using elephant hide leather. There is a slit running down the side which permit the guard to expand when being put on or removed. The ethnic minority Chinese were in frequent conflicts and wars with their Han neighbors. This arm guard is from the Yi ethnic minority group. It shows the wear and tear of use...

A sterling silver 4-3/4" ice cream fork in the Baronial pattern, introduced in 1898 by Gorham. This fork is the old issue with the Gorham hallmarks and the 1898 patent date. It has a P monogram, and it weighs 19.6 grams. This item is in excellent vintage condition with no dents, bends, pattern wear, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...

A James Kent Rosalynde chintz cup and saucer. This vintage 1930s chintz 2-7/8" tall cup and matching 5-7/8" saucer is in the Rosalynde pattern, issued by James Kent Ltd. Longton, England. This item is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Tracked Packet shipping to anywhere in the U.S...

Measuring 3 3/4 inches long, this circa 1920s, miniature, Black Mammy doll is unique in construction- its head and body have been fashioned from an old black rubber baby nursing nipple!

This Mammy nipple doll is more unusual and less seldom found because she holds a tiny, plastic, white baby in her left arm...

A Royal Doulton Don Quixote The Blanket Tossing D2692R scarce 10-1/4" Royal Doulton seriesware plate in the Don Quixote series, produced from 1906-28. This example features hand painting over transfer with the full colour floral and fruit border (there is also a blue and white version), and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs...

This is a pair of (unmarked but tested) sterling silver boot or shoe toe tips. They measure 4-3/4" around the front and they are 1-1/16" at their widest. They have holes for attachment to your footwear, and they weigh 32.7 grams. This pair is in very good condition with no bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than some scratches and scrapes from kicking stuff. Now YOU can kick 'em too...

Antique 19th century Islamic Knife “Rencong” traditional weapon of the Acehnese from the northern Sumatran region of Aceh. A sturdy narrow, incurved, single – edged blade, decorated on both sides in ellipse pattern, with a characteristic bent handle with brass ferrule (metok), in its original wooden scabbard...

Antique 19th century small bronze half relief sculpture of Napoleon Bonaparte in a standing pose with crossed arms, wearing his famous hat and a uniform of the Colonel of Chasseurs Cheval de la Garde Imperial...

Circa 1900. Not often found Art Nouveau lady motif in a cheroot or cigar leather case. The lady is holding up a lily over her head and does not have the usual flowing hair, but what appears to be a bob with a fringe? So is that Art Deco? Early 20's? She is not quite nude, though her pelvic region is rather defined, but wearing a scoop neck, cap sleeve, long dress that hugs then flows around her feet. Where are the bosoms? Much confusion here.
Still tres Art Nouveau era...

A set of six sterling silver 4-1/4" demitasse spoons in the Stratford pattern, issued in 1925 by Roden Brothers, Toronto...

A group of six 10-1/2" dinner plates and the matching 15 x 12" serving platter in the discontinued English bone china Tea Rose pattern, issued by Royal Albert. These pieces are in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Expedited tracked shipping for the platter to the U.S. starts at $26 and th...

A pair of Zig Zag confection tin lithograph premium miniature cups circa 1900. These scarce advertising miniature tin cups were given away as premiums in Zig Zag confections at the turn of the century. The first has floral decoration and the D.L. Clarke company logo and name, a box of the Zig Zag confection and the name of the Franz Euler Co. of New York, the manufacturers of the premiums and advertising items used by Clarke to promote their products. Zig Zag was a product similar to Cracker ...

A Gorham Royal silver plated large soup ladle. This serving ladle is in the Royal pattern, introduced by Gorham in 1888. The bowl measures 3-3/4 x 3-1/4" across, and it is stamped GORHAM PAT. 87. This item is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a bit of plating loss on the bowl's ridges and behind the P monogram. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and...

Offered are two, circa 1930's, Made in Japan, ceramic bisque, African-American, baby dolls. A very sweet pair, these dolls measure a diminutive 2.5 and 3.5 inches long. The larger doll is marked "Made in Japan", while the smaller is simply marked "JAPAN".

Both dolls retain their 3 original pigtails, all tied off with tiny pieces of string. Their hand-painted lips and eyes remain in excellent condition as is the dark brown paint which covers the bisque bodies which were originally white when m...

Offered is a bucolic and beautifully-colored, medium-folio, copyrighted 1854, Nathaniel Currier, New York, lithograph entitled, "Catching A Trout". The image measures approximately 10" x 14", and depicts a fancily-dressed African-American man "netting" the trout caught by one of the two well-dressed gentleman enjoying a relaxing day of fishing. This Currier + Ives lithograph is infrequently found, and is quite highly collectible.

Condition of the litho is considered very good given the rich co...

A colourful vintage Art Deco era 16-1/4 x 11-1/4" tin lithographed serving tray c1920-30. This unsigned tray has only a circled "c" copyright mark, and it depicts an 18th century outdooor masked ball. This item is in very good condition with no dents, bends, major damage or repairs other than some rust on the lower lip, a few spots and minor paint losses from spills and scrapes (all minor) and some loss to the back's gold wash. Overall the graphics are bright and colourful, and this would make...

A vintage English bone china 7-3/8" Top of the Hill HN1834 figurine by Royal Doulton. This item is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Surface shipping to the U.S. starts at $13 (other spots may vary) - insurance is included. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed ad...

A 7-1/2" English bone china figurine named A GENTLEMAN FROM WILLIAMSBURG HN 2227, issued by Royal Doulton from 1960-1983. This example has the 1959 copyright, and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use as would be expected. Silver and silver plated items are hand-polished, not buffed, and o...

This Gorham sterling yo-yo is 2 1/4" in diameter by 1 3/8". . It is hallmarked Gorham sterling cover 30 steel body. Circa 1930s. There are a few dings in the sterling. Definitely for the person who has everything. There are the letters the letters "R" and "G ?" on the top. It's so faint you can hardly read it.

The front of the USAF Air crew member wing design depicts an eagle carrying arrows and olive brances in its talons. The center of the Air Crew Member design is necely detailed and has light wear on some of the highlights from handling. The front of the wings have a dark grey6 patina. The backside has an overall dark tarnished finish. It is hallmarked Sterling in raised letters and has a double clutch backs attaching pins.Circa 1944-1945

A vintage c1920s Buchanan & Lyall Just Suits Cut Plug tobacco tin. This 7-1/2 x 5 4-1/2" tin has orange/red graphics with gold, it has a carrying handle and a side locking tab, and the lid opens up. This item is in very good condition with no bends losses, damage or repairs other than a dent on one spine, some minor spotting to the graphics, some minor rusting to the interior, and some dulling and residues on the lid. Overall this tin is in nice shape with strong graphics, and we haven't do...

A rare set of the Birth of Edward VII comemorative china 1841. This is a grouping of the rarest Royalty commemmorative souvenirs we have encountered - this is a large covered sugar bowl, creamer and two cups and saucers in English pearlware celebrating the birth of (future) King Edward VII in 1841. Given the title Prince of Wales immediately following his birth, this set features the Prince of Wales feathers and a scene with ICH DIEN ("I Serve") on a banner and depictions of the Princess Royal...

A sterling silver and guilloche pink enamel 2 piece nail buffer from the 1920s. This fine quality fully hallmarked Art Deco period sterling silver nail buffer has beautiful rose pink guilloche enamel decoration. It is fully hallmarked for Birmingham, England 1925-6, this buffer measures 6" x 1-5/8" and it stands 2-3/8" high. The top features a blue plain enamel interior and the enamel covers the top and the bottom's sides. It has the maker's mark for Charles S. Green & Co., it weighs 146 grams,...

Very rare medium weight hand woven 100% Silk Ikat fabric with gold brocade thread. This is a very long, hard to find DOUBLE LENGTH piece! Good condition. Size: 140" (358 cm.) x W. 40" (102 cm.)

Very rare hand woven medium weight 100% Silk Ikat with golden brocade thread from Thailand. Good condition. Size: L. 68" (172 cm.) x W. 40" (102 cm.).

A 4" tall porcelain bird figurine by Wade of England. This figure is handpainted and it is the Goldfinch Head Down from the 1930s-50s. This item is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs othe than some fine overall crazing. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Surface shipping to the U.S. starts at $19 (other spots may vary) - insured ...

This Gorham sterling tape measure is 1 1/2" in diameter. It is hallmarked Gorham, sterling #18. The tape does move in and out as it should. The release button works as it should. The end of the tape needs a stop.

Libbey Carriages Swanky Swigs Glasses in four sizes: A) 5.5" tall, 5 available; B) 5" tall, 5 available; C) 3.5" juice, 4 available; D) 3.25" tall, 4 available. When ordering, please be clear as to which one(s) and how many. All are $1.00 each no matter what size. All have the scripted "L" logo imprinted on the bottom and are in mint condition.

Northern Plains Indian pipe carved from red catlinite and black steatite stone with a pewter or lead geometric inlay. The vertical pipe bowl is round and tapered, while the pipe stem is of faceted, octagonal form. Circa 1870s. Excellent original condition, no chips or cracks. Size: 7.75 inches length x 3.5 inches ht. x 1.25" diameter pipe bowl.

A scarce 10" restaurantware porcelain dinner plate from the dining car service of the Canadian Pacific Railway (CP or CPR). This vintage plate was made by Sovereign Potters of Canada, and it has the CP logo on the top and what may be a smudged decoration on the opposite edge. This item is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and...

LBJ 6" Dessert Plate: President & Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson. In excellent condition. No markings or print on the back.

Protected in a 15.25 x 24.75 inch, black hard plastic frame with glass and coordinating mat, this authentic GOLD DUST Trolley Sign was manufactured by the N.K. Fairbanks Company in 1920’s!

GOLD DUST Trolley Signs are a very rare find in today’s market as they were made of cardboard, a material much less likely to withstand the test of time as opposed to tin advertising signs which were much sturdier!

This Gold Dust trolley sign features the Gold Dust Twins dressed in ruffled, red skirt...

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Measuring 10.25 inches wide by 7 inches high, this highly-colorful, mint condition, felt, American flag is actually a tobacco premium (free gift) which was awarded as a free bonus to tobacco buyers back in the day to encourage them to continue to purchase that particular brand!

The flag features 48 stars and is bordered with the stars and stripes as well as a Liberty Bell at each of the four corners.

The Flag is double-sided and looks fabulous when viewed from either side.

Would look quit...

Those who are ardent collectors of the famed Florence Upton creation - the Golliwogg - recognize this 19th century, first edition, children's book as an extraordinarily RARE find indeed, very seldom available for purchase in today's market!

"The Golliwogg at the Sea-Side", published in 1898 by Longmans, Green & Co, London & New York, was illustrated by Florence K. Upton, with story written by her mother, Bertha. This book was the 3rd Golliwogg adventure in a series of thirteen Golliwogg adve...

A vintage World War II sterling silver United States Air Force Bombardier pin, made by Coro. This 1-3/8" pin weighs 2.7 grams, it has a safety catch, and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Small packet surface shipping to the U.S. starts at $6.90 (other spots may vary) - tracked ...

An Art Deco carved Bakelite nail grooming kit with an elephant from Austria circa 1930. This period 3-5/8" x 5/8" vanity item features a carved threaded two-piece cylinder topped with an elephant figure with black glass bead eyes and traces of red colour; it is stamped AUSTRIA on the bottom. Included is the one remaining grooming tool - a cuticle pusher with bakelite handle (marked KLEIN-AUSTRIA). This item is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, losses, damage or repa...

This is an assortment of pieces in the English bone china Sevres Group dinnerware pattern, introduced by Coalport c1915. All pieces are fully handpainted, and this set has relief borders and no trim. All items are currently in stock unless marked SOLD. These items are in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs unless noted. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique a...

A scarce and unusual 3-3/4" antique English porcelain souvenir beaker or tumbler from Elora, Ontario, Canada c1900. This travel memento features a black transfer of the Irvine Bridge; the area has long been a tourist destination and it is quite beautiful with the Victorian town and the Elora Gorge on the Grand River the highlights. This beaker has embossed decoration and gold trim; it is stamped with the Myott's mark with the Royal Grafton mark beneath it. This item is in excellent conditio...

Description: The horn body set with large brass mounts well-engraved in characteristic style. Mid 19th century. Stopper lacking. Overall length 33 cm. or 13 inches.

Description: A very well made example of typical form, the pommel and scabbard of figured hardwood, the mounts of silver and parcel gilt. The handforged blade of straight, double-edged type with central grooves, highly polished. Late 19th century. Overall length 32.5 cm. and in great condition.

A detailed and historical, 19th century, school "Certificate of Distinction" from the "Albemarle Female Institute of Charlottesville, Virginia"!

Text indicates that the certificate was awarded to Emma Shannon on June 12, 1885 (Or 1883--difficult to read as the date is partially concealed under the frame edge). The certificate recognizes that Emma excelled in Latin, Arithmetic, History of France, Rhetoric, and English Literature. Signed by W. P. Dickinson, President of the Faculty.

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This Libbey eagle stem is very popular. It stands 6.5" tall and is 3" wide at the top. All three are in excellent condition. Made before 1980.

A Rogers Intl Remembrance silver plated large water pitcher. This "Go-With" silver plated serving piece is from the International 1847 Rogers Remembrance flatware pattern. Along with the flatware, many patterns had serving pieces available which were all expensive and seldom purchased; they included tea sets, pitchers, trays, etc. This is the 10" tall water pitcher which is stamped REMEMBRANCE 1847 ROGERS BROS. EPB 9817 IS; it is in good condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or ...

Signed Venini “Cinesi” vase in opaque Sapphire Blue glass. This blown glass vase measures 10 ½ inches (27.3 cm) Tall and is approximately 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter, and the mouth of the vase is 5 inches (12.7 cm) in diameter. The vase does sport 3 darker rings of deeper Sapphire which adds to the interest of the vase. The vase has a polished pontil, and no chips, cracks or repairs although there is a minor one-half inch scuff on the side of the vase (see photos). There are remnants of tw...

Vintage OMEGA 18k GOLD .750 SWISS 16mm LOGO BUCKLE only. The back is marked: "750 SWISS". This solid 18k yellow gold Omega Logo buckle is a necessary addition to the solid yellow gold Omega watch! This 18k yellow gold logo buckle is 16mm in diameter and will fit the strap requirements of the yellow solid gold Omega watch and Seamaster, Constellation, and Deville models. THIS IS A FINE COLLECTIBLE. DON'T INVEST IN THE STOCK MARKET. BUY SOMETHING PROVEN IN TIME.

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A sterling silver award watch fob or pendant from the Toronto City Playgrounds with an engraved date of 1925. This trophy fob measures 15/16" across, and it is inscribed P.R. 120 SR '25 on the back, which has the City Parks shield. It is also stamped STERLING. This sports award fob is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may...

A trio in the English bone china S123 pattern made by Wedgwood. This trio features handpainted bluebells and pink buds, and it consists of the 2-3/4" tall cup, the 5-7/8" saucer, and the 6-7/8" bread and butter plate. This trio is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Surface insured ship...

Toothpick holder, shot glass, individual creamer? Whatever the creative use, this is a sweet miniature cobalt blue glass pitcher inset in a colorful enamel holder with handle, circa 1940. Measurements: 1 3/4"H x 2 1/4" wide (spout tip-end of handle)Very good condition with minor enamel wear.

A group of seven 6-1/2" cereal bowls and four 6-3/8" bread and butter plates in the red variant of The Crowning, issued by Myotts of England. These groups are in very good condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs other than one craze line on one bowl and one b&b plate with craze lines. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Air Parcel shipping to the U....

A scarce silver plated three piece youth flatware set in the Oneida Ontario Silver Co. Christine pattern, introduced in 1890. This set consists of the 6-1/8" fork, the 4-3/8" spoon and the 7" solid handle knife with a silver plated blade. This set is in good vintage condition with no breaks, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than the expected patina from use, some minor silver wear to the fork and the tip of the knife, and some rounding / bending to the tines of the fork. All items a...

This contemporary bowenite carving of two birds resting on a garden rock is 8 ¾” high (with fitted wood base it is 10” high), 5” wide and 3” thick measured from the bottom and 5” thick measured from the birds’ wings. It is in excellent condition.

This bowenite carving of a vase with three mythical animals, Qi Lin, is 5 1/8” high (with fitted hard wood base it is 6” high), 4 ¾” on the widest part and around 2” thick. There is a stamped date on the wood base of Sept. 2004. The carving depicts three Qi Lin playing with ribbons and a ball. It is in excellent condition.

This is an assortment of English bone china dinnerware pieces in the Whitehall pattern, in the cream rim colourway, produced by Wedgwood from 1962-65. All items are currently in stock unless marked SOLD. These items are in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs unless noted. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Multiples ...

This is an assortment of bone china dinnerware pieces in the 2237 pattern, in the Versailles shape, issued by Rosenthal Bavaria. All items are currently in stock unless marked SOLD. These items are in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs unless noted. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have slight signs of gentle use. Multiples of some pieces may be ...

This is a selection of English bone china in the Rose Spray 13545 pattern, issued by Shelley. All of this china is in the Dainty shape, and this selection includes:

5 piece place setting (11" dinner plate, 8-1/4" salad plate, 6" bread and butter plate, 5-7/8" saucer and 2-1/2" tall teacup) - $120 per setting
10-1/8" x 8-1/4" oval open vegetable bowl - $120
15-1/4" x 12-1/2" large serving platter - $160

All pieces are in excellent original condition with no chips, crack...

A Royal Albert Greenwood Tree tea pot lid. This vintage hard to find 2-3/8" tall flower finial teapot lid in this discontinued English bone china pattern measures 3" across the interior extension which sits in the top of the teapot. Thiss rim is 7/8" deep and the lid measures 3-5/8" across the rim. It is the green trimmed version. This item is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, losses, damage or repairs. The un-glazed lid bottom shows some tea staining, which we woul...