Monday, May 30, 2011

Memorial Day is a day to remember our dedicated soldiers





My Dad was a Marine he signed himself up at the age of 17 without my grandmother knowing.
 He fought in Korea and worked his way up to Sergeant.  .  He was also one of the Marines "given the honor" to participate in a practice exercise called UP-SHOT KNOTHOLE. This is where our government used our military to observe the effect of radiation getting our troops as close to ground zero as possible and dropping an atomic bomb. Then having them run right into the mass destruction and act as though they were in a real situation. They were each given a Film Badge to wear, and when the assignment was done they each turned in their badges so the scientists

 could read the amounts of radiation each man received.

All of these men were told that the amount of radiation they would be receiving would be no greater then what you would recieve if you were getting an x-ray!
I could go on and on , but my father is now gone due to the effects of the radiation exposure along with hundreds maybe thousands of others who died for this experiment.
 The government will continue doing these kinds of things to our military so today I would like everyone to take a moment to honor our dedicated soldiers and remember the ones who have passed on.
God Bless America!

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Vintage HOLLY HOBBIE TEA POT ~ "Love is the Little Things You Do" Collectors of Holly Hobby~

Vintage Collectible Holly Hobbie Porcelain Teapot - 'Love is the little things you do.' I loved my Holly Hobbie as a girl!  Now, I look at the collectibles we find and still love her!
 This is such a cute example of the meaning behind their  work. 
 "love is the little things you do",  it's so true!

Vintage Collectible Holly Hobbie Porcelain Teapot - 'Love is the little things you do.'
Vintage Collectible Holly Hobby Porcelain Teapot  - 'Love is the little things you do.' Vintage Collectible Holly Hobby Porcelain Teapot  - 'Love is the little things you do.'
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Vintage Sombrero made in Mexico Large Mexican Salazar Yepez ~ Amazing detail


 It was made in Mexico by Salazar Yepez. The sombrero is black with ivory and the stitching, piping, sequins, intricate design work is all done in gold. The work and craftmanship in this piece is amazing.
Large Vintage Mexican Salazar Yepez Sombrero made in Mexico Large Vintage Mexican Salazar Yepez Sombrero made in Mexico
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Friday, May 27, 2011

Vintage Purple Velveteen Preston & York Retro Blazer - Size 6P

Preston and York Purple Retro Blazer. This is so cute to wear over a t-shirt with a pair of jeans or dress it up and wear this great Velveteen beauty over a black dress.  Either way it's a piece that would be a great additon to any wardrobe!  It's another one of our latest fabulous finds!

Vintage Petite Preston & York Purple Dress Jacket Retro Blazer  - Size 6P Vintage Petite Preston & York Purple Dress Jacket Retro Blazer  - Size 6P
To view this Super Cute Purple Jacket:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/74897566/vintage-petite-preston-york-purple-dress
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Vintage Fedora Great Father's Day Gift! Or for any Hat Collections

Small Vintage Fedora. The fedora is made of genuine fur felt and measures 13.5" long x 12.5" wide x 4" deep. Circumference is 21"  This is one of our latest finds and if it had fit my husband it wouldn't be up here.haha
Vintage Small Fedora -Genuine Fur Felt - Beaver Brand Made in USA Father's Day GiftsVintage Small Fedora -Genuine Fur Felt - Beaver Brand Made in USA Father's Day Gifts
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Monday, May 23, 2011

Having Your Antiques Appraised ~Execellent Tips on Appraisals

Here are some of the mistakes that people make when buying or selling antiques. Are these all of the mistakes that I hear about? I’m sorry to say no, not even close.

Here is an article I came across and wanted to share with all of you! It was written by Dr. Lori from Art and Antiques.

Shipping Included

I am shocked when people insist on shipping an antique to someone that they do not know so they can have it appraised. In case you were wondering, my office does not accept any packages known to contain items! A recent caller told my staff that they believed a particular person was reputable because they belonged to a certain society or association. Based on this affiliation, the owner of the antique planned to ship their antique piece. I strongly advise you never ship your antique to anyone for evaluation.
Why? You could be mailing your valuable antique to a dishonest person, plain and simple. You may never see your piece again. People who have fallen for this scheme have shared with me some of the excuses that they got from the recipient. They have said, “Oh, I never received it” (even though you have proof that you sent it and tracked the package’s whereabouts with the postal service). Or they say, “It’s not worth anything so I’m not going to bother sending it back” (despite the fact that you want the item returned and you own the item). Odds are very good that your piece was valuable. They wanted it, so they kept your antique.
Unfortunately, just because someone calls themselves a professional, has been in business for a long time, or has membership in a particular association, that doesn’t mean they won’t lie to you.

Appraisal and Sale Included

I believe that your appraiser should not be involved in the sale of your object because it is a MAJOR conflict of interest. There are many reasons that someone who wants to buy your piece or help you to try to sell it would offer mistruths about your piece’s appraised value. Of course, you don’t know the true value of your Asian highboy chest, so a person both appraising and buying the piece might evaluate it at a lower than market value so they don’t have to pay you as much money for it.
And if they are selling that highboy for you, say at a consignment shop or an auction house, the evaluation of the object’s value may also be low so they don’t have to work as hard to get your piece sold. That way they more easily get some money out of the piece in the form of a percentage of the sale. These people work on volume – the more they sell, the better.
Also, the appraiser/seller could evaluate your item at a low value so his friend or associate can buy your item cheaply. Then, working in cahoots with your appraiser, they can turn around and sell your piece for its true value — leaving you out in the cold. This is how you are cut out of the profits on an item that you actually own.
Exercise some common sense to avoid making a big mistake.

Art and Antiques with Dr. Lori

Vintage Owl Trio Salt and Pepper Shakers,,,,Not just for Owl Lovers! Instant Collection!

If you collect Vintage salt and pepper shakers you don't need to be an owl lover to grab this very cool trio!  It's an Instant Collection! 
All three sets are being sold for only $28.00!!
Vintage Owl Salt Pepper Sets Instant Collection Three 3 sets Ceramic China  Vintage Owl Salt Pepper Sets Instant Collection Three 3 sets Ceramic China  Vintage Owl Salt Pepper Sets Instant Collection Three 3 sets Ceramic China  Vintage Owl Salt Pepper Sets Instant Collection Three 3 sets Ceramic China

The small, brown pair are bone china, made in Taiwan, have plastic stoppers and measure approx. 3" tall. The larger, goldish brown owls, were made in Japan, have plastic stoppers and are approx. 3 1/2" tall. The last pair, with the two different owls, have cork stoppers. There are no markings left on the bottoms of this pair, but most likely are from Japan. They are approx. 3 1/2" for the larger owl and 3" for the shorter one. All are in excellent condition with no chips or cracks and intact stoppers.
You can find these and other great Vintage Collectibles at my friend's Etsy shop: RibbonsAndRetro:
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Vintage English Hamered Pewter Set Bravingtons Ltd. Coffee Pot and mug, London ~ Another Auction Find!

Two Vintage Hammered English Pewter Pieces - Bravingtons Ltd. Mug and Civic Coffee/Tea Pot I picked up these two great pieces at the auction. These are both old and rare pieces of pewter. The tea pot measures 6" tall x 6" across spout to handle x 3.5" across the middle. It says Trade mark Civic Pewter and 1011 on the bottom as well Made in England. The Mug is also hammered pewter and very heavy. It measures 4.5" tall x 3.5" across. The bottom reads: Bravington's LTD, Old English Pewter, London, and the number 8. T
Two Vintage Hammered English Pewter Pieces - Bravingtons Ltd. Mug and Civic Coffee/Tea Pot Two Vintage Hammered English Pewter Pieces - Bravingtons Ltd. Mug and Civic Coffee/Tea Pot
Two Vintage Hammered English Pewter Pieces - Bravingtons Ltd. Mug and Civic Coffee/Tea Pot
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Vintage Pewter over Amber Bottles Salt and Pepper Shakers by: Garden Pewter

These pewter shakers are make by Garden Pewter. The pepper shaker has a turkey perched on top of it. They are in perfect condition and very heavy for their size. Once the top is unscrewed, amber bottles are revealed. They measure 3 1/4" (salt) and 4" (pepper).
We love finding unique salt and pepper shakers.  There are so many different pieces out there but we had to get these because of the turkey. They were smart because this way there is no confussion on which is the salt or the pepper!

Vintage Garden Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers - Pewter over Amber Glass Vintage Garden Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers - Pewter over Amber Glass
Vintage Garden Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers - Pewter over Amber Glass Vintage Garden Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers - Pewter over Amber Glass Vintage Garden Pewter Salt & Pepper Shakers - Pewter over Amber Glass
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Thursday, May 19, 2011

Japan Handpainted Vintage Plate Beautiful details and colors in this scene.

Rimmed with gold, this six-sided plate is amazing with vibrant colors and gold showing a landscape with trees, flowers, water, and birds. The back of the plate reads only Japan with a Makers mark, which dates this plate older. There are scalloped edges and the piece measures 7.5" across. It is in good condition with no chips or cracks.

Beautiful Antique Handpainted Plate from Japan with Gold Beautiful Gold ReliefBeautiful Antique Handpainted Plate from Japan with Gold Beautiful Gold Relief
Beautiful Antique Handpainted Plate from Japan with Gold Beautiful Gold Relief Beautiful Antique Handpainted Plate from Japan with Gold Beautiful Gold Relief  Beautiful Antique Handpainted Plate from Japan with Gold Beautiful Gold Relief  Beautiful Antique Handpainted Plate from Japan with Gold Beautiful Gold Relief
http://www.etsy.com/listing/74393755/beautiful-antique-handpainted-plate-from


Set of 2 Royal Satsuma Hand Painted Lidded Vases  Set of 2 Royal Satsuma Hand Painted Lidded Vases  Set of 2 Royal Satsuma Hand Painted Lidded Vases
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Made in Spain Pair of Porcelain Cups with Beauifully Handpainted Birds - by Herradil Porcelain

1890's Copper & Pewter Rochester Stamping Works Teapot - Set of 4 Coppercraft Guild 9 oz copper cups

Antique teapot manufactured by Rochester Stamping Works in the 1890's before they became Rochester Stamping Co. in 1900. This piece of Americana measures 7.5" tall x 10" across spout to handle.This is a very interesting piece and looks as though it is made from Copper and Pewter there is no proof, just my best educated guess. This piece shows lots of patina and has some condition issues on the handle, but for a 111+ year old piece, it looks just right.
Antique Rochester Stamping Works Teapot - Made in USA
http://www.etsy.com/listing/74178298/antique-rochester-stamping-works-teapot

Antique Rochester Stamping Works Teapot - Made in USA
http://www.etsy.com/listing/74178298/antique-rochester-stamping-works-teapot


Set of 4 Coppercraft Guild 9oz Cups - Made in Taunton Mass USA


Set of 4 Coppercraft Guild 9oz Cups - Made in Taunton Mass USA
http://www.etsy.com/listing/74177312/set-of-4-coppercraft-guild-9oz-cups-made

Set of 4 Coppercraft Guild 9oz Cups - Made in Taunton Mass USA
http://www.etsy.com/listing/74177312/set-of-4-coppercraft-guild-9oz-cups-made
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Saturday, May 14, 2011

Auctions, boy can they be stressful! But, I got a table for $3.00!

 My husband and I made a game plan before we enter the big old barn. But, once I got inside I was sucked into the fast paced , exciting world of "The Auction"!

 Before I know it ~ I had bought a small round table! What?! I heard $3.00 and my hand was in the air as thought someone was pulling it by a string. What did I just buy? I wasn't even sure until I pushed my way through the crowd and apparently they could see by my face the uncertainty and 2 of the men pointed to this beat up old round table. But, It was mine! And I had only paid $3.00!
 

I was gone so quickly that my husband had just started to look at the items that were coming up for bid. His face was, well I'm not sure what that look was, when he looked up and saw the crowd parting while I was walking back with my table. Look what I just bought! Why? was his response. I don't know, but it was only $3.00. What are you going to do with THAT? I don't know, but maybe I could paint it or put it outside and cover it with flowers and plants. I'm off to put it in the car!
 Finding him again when I returned he very nicely and patiently said to me, Remember the game plan? We will look around and see what we really want to buy and then wait until it goes up. I was half listening because I could hear the auctioneer over the microphone and had to know what they were bidding on. Are you listening to me? Yes! I hear you.
Ok, Ok, no more than $20.00 for this piece I convinced him we really had to have. It was coming up.  No more than $20.00  Remember 20.00, ok?

There was my piece being held up in the air, my hand was quickly up and up and up..... my number was announced as the winner! With a great big smile I turned to my husband and he said, I thought we were going to stay at 20.00?

What?, I thought, and replied, It was too quick I didn't understand him, why how much did I get it for?.... $35.00.
Sorry, here I think you should hold the number.!

Bakelite Testing We found a bakelite scottie dog....Bakelite Collectibles are pretty Hot right now!

We found to authenticate Bakelite you can use a q-tip or cotton ball with Formula 409. This won't hurt the piece but make sure you truly believe it is Bakelite before you do this because I don't know what it will do to other materials. The cotton will turn yellow if it is truly Bakelite.  Another way to do this is to heat up a pin, make sure you are holding the pin with something like pliers. and the heated pin will not go into Bakelite. I am pretty new at this so I do both to confirm it is truly Bakelite! 
I couldn't believe the amount of products that were made out of Bakelite.  We also found dice! But, there are cameras, necklaces, bracelets, buttons, boxes, telephones,,,,  so, so much! I found out that Dr. Leo Baekeland patented the process of making bakelite in 1909
Bakelite  Red Marblized Scottie / Scotty Dog Pencil Sharpener Collectible Bakelite Bakelite  Red Marblized Scottie / Scotty Dog Pencil Sharpener Collectible Bakelite
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Reed & Barton Vintage 1955 Silverplate Pitcher Stamped Reed & Barton 6550 Revere


 Vintage 1955 Reed & Barton Silverplate Pitcher - Revere Reproduction

The date of this Reed & Barton Revere Reproduction was done in 1955 and the reason we know this is because it is stamped with a candle in a candle holder.  Each year that Reed & Barton put out a piece they used a different stamp. You can see it in the photo below. This gorgeous piece measures over 10" tall x 6" across handle to spout x 3" across the bottom. The pitcher has some patina and a few small scratches; both of which should come out if polished.

Vintage 1955 Reed & Barton Silverplate Pitcher - Revere Reproduction
http://www.etsy.com/listing/73995432/vintage-1955-reed-barton-silverplate

Vintage 1955 Reed & Barton Silverplate Pitcher - Revere Reproduction
Reed & Barton 6550 Revere
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Monday, May 9, 2011

Indiana Glass Patterns Whitehall vs American Whitehall What's the difference?

Indiana Glass Whitehall or American Whitehall Pattern?
 These Whitehall glasses ~Indiana Glass pattern number 521~ (Below 1960's darker blue tumblers) have a slight flare and the top band is wider than the American Whitehall
(1980's Below light blue tumbler). 

I was having a heck of a time trying to figure out the maker and year of these tumblers and I have come to the conclusion that they are  Indiana Glass Whitehall Pattern, Blue tumblers.
You can see that they do have a slight flare and
compared to the American Whitehall
the top band is wider. 

 I am by no means an Indiana Glass expert but after all of my research
this is what I have concluded. 
 Should you be an expert I would love to know your opinion.

Blue Indiana Glass Whitehall Tumblers Pattern No 521
http://www.etsy.com/listing/73648874/blue-indiana-glass-whitehall-tumblers
 
Blue Indiana Glass Whitehall Tumblers Pattern No 521

American Whitehall
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Sunday, May 8, 2011

Sterling Silver Baby Rattle ~ Lullaby Sterling 1900 ~ Vintage, it adds to the piece!

This is such a beautiful sterling silver rattle, marked Lullaby Sterling 1900. We found this while we were out yesterday.  I still have the two I had gotten for my children when they were babies, but they were never allowed to have them...lol  As you can see someone loved this one because there are some dents from a little banging or maybe teething!  Either way, I don't think it takes away from the piece, but adds to it!!

Vintage Sterling Rattle - Lullaby Sterling 1900
http://www.etsy.com/listing/73669037/vintage-sterling-rattle-lullaby-sterling
  Vintage Sterling Rattle - Lullaby Sterling 1900

Vintage Sterling Rattle - Lullaby Sterling 1900  Vintage Sterling Rattle - Lullaby Sterling 1900 Vintage Sterling Rattle - Lullaby Sterling 1900
http://www.etsy.com/listing/73669037/vintage-sterling-rattle-lullaby-sterling