Catalog: Sold Items (537)

A Japanese sterling silver inlaid metal cigarette case from the 1940s. This well-made and decorative 4-1/4 x 3-1/4" smoking accessory has black patination and inlaid copper both outside and inside the front cover. It also has black patination and hand incising and tooling on both sides and surfaces. The view is a copper bridge over a stream with mountains and trees in the background. It has a pushbutton clasp, a metal cigarette retaining strap and a signature on the back cover which may be a maker's mark or a description of the scene. It has the Japanese rising sun silver mark with STERLING on the inside and it weighs 109.7 grams. It is in very good condition with no bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than some shallow minor surface denting and a touch of wear to the black patination. 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 $22 (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 Joan of Arc International sterling silver handle 3 pc large carving set. It consists of the 13-3/8" carving knife, the 11-1/8" carving fork and the 13-1/8" sharpening steel. The tines and blade are stainless steel, the handles are sterling silver and the guards/bolsters are silver, rather than stainless steel (the pattern was introduced in 1940). This 3 piece is in superb condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs and it shows only slight signs of gentle use. 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 $23 (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 Jules Richard Art Deco powder compact with green rhinestones from the 1920s. This 2 x 1-9/16" personal vanity item has a great Deco design and it has a brushed chrome finish with green rhinestone decoration. It has the original powder puff which is signed JULES RICHARD (a New York designer) and it has a true Industrial Deco look. It has a snap clasp, the original powder screen and puff and it has the original mirror. It is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, losses, damage or repairs other than a fine patina from use, some degradation to the mirror's silver backing and some chrome plating loss to one edge. 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 signed Kanyengeh 6 Nations large pottery vase signed Dee 1977. This Native Canadian pottery vase has the famous sculpted exterior and brown glaze with the turquoise blue interior. It features incised animals including a fox, bear, heron, moose, beaver, bird and turtle and it measures an impressive 7" tall. It is incised KANYENGEH POTERY DEE (Martin) 1977 with a vase symbol - other examples by Dee have the feather mark. This company hails from the Brantford area of Southern Ontario and their work is quite distinctive and sought after (the pottery is now closed). It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, 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 $25 (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 superbly rendered and vividly coloured lifetime woodblock print by the famed Japanese artist Kawase Kasui (1883-1957), entitled "Meguro-Fudo-Do" (Fudo Temple in Meguro). First published in 1931, this is an artist's lifetime strike from the late 1940s to the early 1950s. This print is Oban size (14-1/4" x 9-1/2" image size, 19-3/4" x 14-1/4" frame size). It has the 6 mm. red seal of the publisher Watanabe Shozaburo (seal used from 1946-57). It comes in a red painted bamboo-style frame from that time period, with framing notations on the backing cardboard as well as the original Eaton's frame department sticker. This item has strong colours and the print is in excellent condition with no losses, tears, foxing, fading, damage or repairs. There is some flaking of the red paint on the frame (the shiny paint is about 50% gone however the red stain and black painted highlights remain), and some minor yellowing to the paper from age, not affecting the image. 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 tracked shipping to the U.S. starts at $30 (other spots may vary) - insurance/tracking is included in shipping quotes. 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 Kearsley Mourning Snake copper plate print 1802. This antique hand colored copper plate engraved print, plate 113, is titled "MOURNING SNAKE", from the original by James Heath. Published in 1801 for inclusion in "Kearsley's Systematic Natural History" series published in various volumes and with various topics beginning in 1800, this plate is from Volume 3 "Amphibia", published in 1802. Notations on the print include: MOURNING SNAKE, 1802 JANy 1 LONDON PUBLISHED BY G. KEARSLEY FLEET STREET., HEATH SCULP., 113. It has been mounted in a 14" x 11-1/2" modern mat which has been wrapped in plastic with a printshop's label. The viewable section of the print measures 8" x 5". It is in excellent condition with no rips, tears, bends, foxing, soiling, fading, losses, damage or repairs. We have two more similar prints from this series - please see our other listings. All condition issues are noted; all items are vintage or antique and may have signs of use or patina. Expedited parcel to the U.S. starts at $18.50 (other spots may vary) - tracking and insurance are included in quotes. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT accept PayPal, only VISA and MASTERCARD.

A Kearsley Tojuque Seba snake copper plate print 1801. This fine example is of the hand colored copper plate engraved print, plate 114, titled "MOURNING SNAKE, var. Tojuque Seba.", from the original by James Heath. Published in 1801 for inclusion in "Kearsley's Systematic Natural History" series published in various volumes and with various topics beginning in 1800, this plate is from Volume 3 "Amphibia", published in 1802. Notations on the print include: MOURNING SNAKE, VAR. TOJUQUA SEBA., 1801 JANy 1 LONDON PUBLISHED BY G. KEARSLEY FLEET STREET., HEATH SCULP., 114. It has been mounted in a 14" x 11-1/2" mat which has been wrapped in plastic with a printshop's label. The viewable image measures 8" x 5". This image is in excellent condition with no rips, tears, bends, foxing, soiling, fading, losses, damage or repairs. We have two more similar prints from this series - please see our other listings. Condition issues are noted; Prints are are antique and may have signs of use. Expedited parcel to the U.S. starts at $18.50 (other spots may vary) - tracking and insurance are included in quotes. Items paid with a credit card will be shipped to confirmed addresses only. All of our prices are in $US. PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT accept PayPal, only VISA and MASTERCARD.

A Keuffel & Esser 42" paragon beam compass drafting tool in its case. This high quality German drafting tool comes in its original fitted plush lined black wrapped 17-1/2" long case which has two sliding locking plungers and a silver K+E stamp on the lid. This set includes: a company stamped bottom, a middle extension and a top extension complete with a sliding double scribe or pencil holder, an adjustable pointed holder end, a needle end, a pencil lead holder/end, a pointed scribe/point end and a lidded lead case containing a red marking lead, two graphite marking leads and two fine point double ended scribes/pivots. This fine precision drafting tool is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than a bit of dulling to the rod components. The adjustments and sliding components move freely and are in excellent condition. 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 Kings pattern 13-3/8" stuffing or dressing spoon in Legacy Silver Plate by Reed & Barton. Introduced in 1900, this handsome pattern was recently reissued - this is the original antique version. This spoon is in excellent barely used condition with no monograms, 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. Tracked Packet shipping to anywhere in the U.S. is $15.50 - 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 lake boat solid bronze ship bell from 1900-20. This 8-1/4" diameter unsigned bell was from a Great Lakes ship or boat (possibly a ferry) and it retains its original eye and rod clapper with a loop for a rope pull. It is original, unpainted and in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs however the bell mount for attachment to the boat (an insert sleeve) is missing but one could easily be fashioned. Yes, it's LOUD. 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 $22 (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 period 14k rose gold and opals row ring c1900. This size 5-1/4 ring features five graduated opals (largest 1/4" across), all with superb green and orange fire. This ring is unmarked but tested, it weighs 1.9 grams, and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, 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. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $23 (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, only VISA and MASTERCARD.

A detailed intaglio Laws Scottish family crest sterling silver seal ring from 1900-1930. This vintage size 7 ring features the family crest from the Laws family with a cockerel atop the shield and the quote from Horace (30 BCE) "COMPOSITUM JUS TASQUE ANIMI" which has various translations referring to justice, uprightness and nobility of the soul (one version states "A mind which respects alike the laws of mutual justice and of god"). It is a true seal ring, with the crest in reverse so it will appear correct on the actual seal. It is shown reversed in one of our images so you can read it. This classic gentleman's pinky ring is stamped STERLING. It has signs of an earlier resizing which likely caused the sterling mark to be barely visible in the last two letters and no maker's mark is presentand it weighs 11.8 grams. It is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a light patina from use. 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 the U.S. starts at $14.50 - 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 Loetz Crete Papillon 7" Czech art glass green vase 1890 1900. This period vase has the famous Papillon finish in green (Crete) and this line was introduced in 1898. It has a tapered 3-1/8" across girdle and 2-5/8" base. It is in very good condition with no cracks, wear or repairs however there is a 1/4" rim chip mostly affecting the inside of the rim with minimal impact to the outside - this vase can be ground down to eliminate the chip if you are so inclined. 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 $22 (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 man's 10k yellow gold black onyx signet style ring from the 1960s-1980s. This size 9-1/4 ring features a bezel set black onyx slice in a 5/8 x 5/8" setting with grooved shoulders. This ring weighs 4.5 grams, it is stamped 10K with a diamond over M maker's mark and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than signs of an earlier sizing. 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 $23 (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 man's 10k yellow gold garnet ring from 1910 1920. This size 11-1/4 ring features a rectangular emerald cut red garnet stone mounted in an attractive high setting. The stone measures 3/8 x 5/16", the ring weighs 4.5 grams and it is stamped .P&S. with no carat mark (there are signs of an earlier resizing which may have removed the gold mark, however it tests as 10k gold). It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than the resizing and a bit of flattening to the hoop. 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 $22 (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 man's 14k five diamonds row wedding band ring from the 1960s. This size 13-1/4 custom ring features a row of five bezel-set 4 point diamonds on an inserted white gold platform which may have been added to an earlier plain wedding band (we estimate the ring to be from the 1960s but it could very well be older). It weighs an impressive 5.7 grams, it is unmarked and tests as 14k gold and it is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a fine patina from use. 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 $23 (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 man's 14k yellow gold grey agate signet ring from the 1960s 1970s. This size 10 ring features a bezel-set unengraved sardonyx or gray agate. This ring measures 5/8 x 1/2" across the setting, it weighs 7.1 grams and it is stamped CONSTANT over a heart, 585 and the oak leaf with 585 Dutch gold hallmark in use from 1953. This ring has never been engraved or carved and it is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than a light patina from use (exaggerated in our halogen-lit photos). 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 $25 (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 man's 18k yellow gold signet ring with a genuine ruby circa 1960s. This vintage classic size 8-1/2 or 8.5 gentleman's ring weighs 5.4 grams. It has never been monogrammed and it would look great with a set of ornate or Art Deco initials or a family crest. It is stamped 18 K with a maker's mark in the back of the ring. This stylish ring is in excellent vintage 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. Expedited tracked and insured parcel shipping to the U.S. starts at $27 (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.