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A scarce deep navy blue bakelite two piece brass mounted leaf-form belt buckle c1920s-30s. This buckle consists of two 1-7/8" x 1-5/8" dark blue bakelite segments, both deeply carved with a star and wavy border. Navy blue bakelite is possibly one of the least commonly seen colours in single coloured period bakelite items. Each has brass mounts, and this unsigned buckle is in very good original condition with no chips, cracks, losses, damage or repairs other than some surface corrosion on the brass tongue on one segment. Guaranteed to be vintage genuine pre-WWII period bakelite. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted. Shipping starts at $6.30 (to the US - other spots may vary). We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept Paypal.

An Edwardian glass coral cabochons and antique paste glass stones necklace circa 1900 1910. This 16-3/8" length necklace is made of white metal. It has a simple loop and tongue clasp, and the paste stones have a typical muted flash - they look like actual antique cut stones in evening lighting. It is in excellent condition for its age and type of jewelry - no chips, cracks, scrapes, dents, monograms, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a touch of yellowing on some of the stones. All condition issues are noted. Expedited tracked post to the US starts at $19 (other spots may vary). All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept Payapl.

An Edwardian carnelian glass pendant on a sterling chain. This 1-5/8" x 15/16" Carnelian glass teardrop pendant has silverplated mounts with a contemporary sterling silver link chain with springring catch. This lovely necklace measures 18-1/2" long, and the pendant measures 2-5/8" in total. It is unsigned (the chain has been tested), and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a touch of brass blush through the silver plating on the pendant. 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. is $14.00 - this includes online tracking, air service and insurance up to $70. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A cool 1930s apple juice celluloid & nut bracelet. This funky vintage 1930s mixed apple juice clear celluloid link bracelet has natural (probably coquille) nuts with gilt brass mounted balls. This 7" bracelet has 3/4" nut drops and it closes with a springring catch; it is unsigned and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, scrapes, dents, monograms, 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. Tracked Packet shipping to anywhere in the U.S. is $14.00 - this includes online tracking, air service and insurance up to $70. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A painted molded celluloid scottie dog pin circa 1930s 1940s. This funky and unusual 2-1/8 x 2" pin in the form of a Scottie dog. It has a c-clasp and great detail; it is unsigned and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, scrapes, 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. is $14.00 - this includes online tracking, air service and insurance up to $70. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A superb late Victorian tortoiseshell celluloid hair backcomb with an opulent paste laden wings design c1890-1900. This hair accessory measures 5-1/4" x 3", and the white paste claw-set stones are mounted within gold plated wirework; this unsigned beauty is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a bit of loss to the worework gilding, and all teeth of the comb are intact. Small packet air shipping to the U.S. starts at $8.95 (other spots may vary) - insured is higher. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT accept PayPal, only VISA and MASTERCARD.

A stylish vintage sterling silver and sparkly crystal flower pin c1950s-60. This 2" x 1-1/2" pin features claw-set white crystal stones (unfoiled), a textured finish, and a trombone clasp. It has a reverse facing RR maker's mark and STERLING, and it is in excellent original condition with no chips, dents, monograms, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. Not one of our better photo attempts, the pictures appear is bit blurry, but the stones and pin have great sparkle in real life. Small packet surface shipping is $6.70 (to the US - other spots may vary, air post and FedEx are higher) - insurance is included. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept Paypal, only VISA and MASTERCARD.

A fine quality Chinese carved and coloured bone scrimshaw brooch in an ornate filigree gilt silver setting c1920s-30s. This 1-1/2" x 1-1/4" pin has a safety catch and it is marked MADE IN CHINA SILVER; the scene is of flying birds with flowers and branches. The black and orange of the flowers is mostly intact however the green of the leaves and branches has faded, and this item is in good original condition with no chips, cracks, scrapes, dents, monograms, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than the fading of the green colour and a tiny crack in one extreme corner. Small packet shipping to the U.S. starts at $9.50 (other spots may vary). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT ACCEPT PayPal, only VISA or MASTERCARD.

A superb Deco Osiris Egyptian sp dangle brooch circa 1920. This scarce and wonderful Art Deco vintage large silver plated brooch with dangles and faux lapis lazuli glass stones depicts the Egyptian god of the underworld Osiris. This stunning pin measures 3-1/4" x 2-3/8" (including drops) and it has wonderful detail. The bezel set stones are a light blue with the larger one a deep mottled blue. It is unsigned and it has a safety catch; it is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, scrapes, dents, monograms, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs, and the plating remains intact with no losses. 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 and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $18 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

An Edwardian pink crystal pendant necklace circa 1910. This vintage, stylish gold plated sautoir necklace has fine pink open-back cut crystal stones. This beauty features the original 18" chain with a springring catch; the pendant alone measures 1-1/8" x 5/8". This necklace is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, 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. Tracked Packet shipping to anywhere in the U.S. is $14.00 - this includes online tracking, air service and insurance up to $70. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A large Chinese export silver Good Fortune brooch circa 1900. This pin measures 2-1/2" across; it has a c-clasp and it is unmarked (but has been tested as high grade silver). This item is in excellent antique condition with no scrapes, dents, monograms, 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. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $18 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

An Art Deco graduated facetted rock crystal necklace c1920s. This 16" necklace has rock crystal beads measuring from 5/16" to 1/2"; the silver plated over brass slide clasp is stamped JAPAN. This item is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, corrosion, damage or repairs other than some loss to the clasp's silver plating. Surface shipping starts at $5 (to the US - other spots may vary) - insured is higher, and mandatory on items over $85 if paid with a credit card. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US.

A Victorian Aesthetic sterling & 2 colour gold brooch. This fine quality Victorian period round engraved sterling brooch has applied engraved leaves in pink and green gold and it dates to the 1875-85 era. This 1-3/8" elegant Aesthetic design pin is unsigned but tests as sterling, and it features balls around the perimeter, a ridged border and central hand engraving. The textured and engraved leaves in gold are applied sections of sheet gold, and this pin closes with a c-clasp. This item is in excellent original condition with no scrapes, dents, monograms, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than to three edge balls which have been slightly pushed upwards (barely noticeable). 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 and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $19 (other spots may vary, air is higher). Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A late Victorian/Edwardian opalescent and black glass necklace c1900. This 17" strung necklace consists of oval opalescent glass beads with orange fire strung with round black glass beads and clear glass spacer beads. The black beads have an unusual metallic finish, and all beads are hand blown. It has been restrung (some time ago) and it has a silver plated springring catch (minor losses to plating). It is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs. Please note there are some tiny internal stress lines (NOT cracks) visible on some beads, not unusual on 19th century glass beads, and not damage. Surface shipping starts at $6 (to the US - other spots may vary) - insurance above $95 is mandatory if paid with a credit card. Expresspost-air post and Fedex are available for faster shipping options - please email with your zip code or postal code for the rates. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept Paypal.

A splendid, well made vintage 1950s crystal and rhinestone gold plated fly pin. Possibly Austrian, this unsigned pin measures 2-1/4" x 1-3/4" and it has gold plated filigree openwork "wings" and a safety catch. The stones include a huge faceted topaz coloured unfoiled crystal, champagne and cinnamon brown rhinestones and a teardrop cabochon crystal. All are closed back and claw set except the unfoiled central crystal. This beauty is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a touch of wear to the plating on the back (barely noticeable). Shipping starts at $6.95 (to the US - other spots may vary) - insured is higher, and mandatory on items over $85 if paid with a credit card. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: we DO NOT accept PayPal, only VISA and MASTERCARD.

A pair of Victorian shell shaped silver plated collar buttons. This unusual pair dates to the 1880s and they are in the form of clam or scallop shells. These 7/8 x 13/16" buttons are in very good original condition with no dents, monograms, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than some minor wear showing brass on the highest points and some minor bending to the circular retainer on one shell. 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. is $14.00 - this includes online tracking, air service and insurance up to $70. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept PayPal.

A vintage 1920s facetted crystal bead necklace c1920s. This 16-1/2" necklace consists of small and large crystal beads (maximum 3/8" wide) with a subtle mauve colour strung on a thin chain, with a barrel clasp. This item is in very good original condition with no cracks, corrosion, damage or repairs other than chips to two beads and very slight abrasions to the edges of the others (barely noticeable) and some loss to the silver plating on the chain and clasp. Shipping starts at $4 (to the US - other spots may vary) - insured is higher, and mandatory on items over $100 if paid with a credit card. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. Please check out our policy page for shipping and payment information (click on HOME on the upper right, then on the INFO AND POLICY button).

A wild vintage 1950s-60s glass multistrand spring bangle or bracelet with glass beads. This bracelet is reminiscent of the style of Miriam Haskell, and it has painted gold, yellow/clear paperweight style and white wafer glass beads on spring steel wires. It has unusual drops comprising gold, white and green loaf-shaped beads wired onto a gilt platform mounted on the coils. It measures 1-1/4" across at rest (it will fit much larger wrists) and 3/4" across; the drops extend 1". This funky bracelet is in excellent original condition with no chips, cracks, damage or repairs other than the loss of one gold ball at the end of the gold bead spring. Shipping starts at $6.20 (to the US - other spots may vary) - insurance to $95 is included. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT accept Paypal.