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A ruby is a common stone used in jewelry. The benefits of wearing a ruby stone includes inducating the feelings of love, warmth, and compassion in the heart.

Burl wood can be used in a number of different ways. The wood is sourced from growths on trees called burls and has an unusual pattern that differs from typical woodgrain. It is suitable for making solid and veneered furniture, gun socks, musical instruments and decorative accents for homes. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of burl wood furniture and decorative objects.

Bodysuits create a foundation on which to build your outfits. Bodysuits can be worn as an undergarment that provides support and hugs your curves or as a piece itself, layered with any type of bottoms to make a style statement. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary bodysuits from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Bodysuits have a number of different uses, including as foundation garments, underwear or activewear. Christian Dior and Versace are a few of the many fashion houses that have made the bodysuit their own over the years. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary bodysuits from some of the world’s top sellers.

A cameo is a decorative accessory made of hard stone or gemstone, on which portraits or “reliefs” are carved. First seen in ancient Rome, the piece became popular again in the Victorian era, and is still seen in production today. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary cameos from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Tankards were widely used for drinking ales. They were widely used in Germany, Great Britain and in the Scandinavian countries. Metal tankards generally had a glass bottom, and legend has it, this was designed as a way to avoid conscription. If the drinker saw a coin in the bottom of the glass, they would refuse the drink, thus avoiding conscription. You’ll find a variety of tankards from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

A chalice is used for sacramental wine during church services. It is a type of standing cup for formal occasions.

A compote is used for serving salads, breads, mashed potatoes, cookies, squares and much more. It is popular as a centerpiece to float candles in. On 1stDibs, there are compotes in silver, sterling silver and more for you to choose from.

A settee is a padded seat with a back and armrests (which are often cushioned) that may accommodate two or more people sitting or reclining. Settees aren’t as wide as couches or sofas. A settee is more intimate and offers more sitting room than an armchair. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage settees.

Scuttles were used for storing lumps of coal in homes that relied on coal-burning stoves for heat. In addition, people sometimes filled the vessels with ashes from the fireplace or fireplace, so that they could easily throw them away. Shop a collection of antique scuttles on 1stDibs.

Gramophones were used to play recorded music. The Volta Laboratory owned by Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell introduced the predecessor to the device, the graphophone, in the 1880s. Emile Berliner invented the first gramophone in the 1890s. It played small flat discs with spiral grooves. On 1stDibs, find a selection of gramophones.

Goblets, or chalices, are a multipurpose glass used in fine dining settings. Generally used for serving wine, water or tea, Belgian ales are also served in goblets. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic goblets from some of the world’s top sellers.

A T square is a technical apparatus used as a guide for drawing straight lines on a drafting table. It is primarily used by architects, engineers, and builders. It is called a T square as it resembles the letter T.

Tapestries is a decorative piece of heavy fabric that's usually hand-woven. It can be used as wall art, to cover furniture, or as an area rug.

Washstands were used for personal grooming during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The stand could hold a basin and pitcher for face-washing, tooth-brushing and other tasks. On 1stDibs, find a selection of washstands.

An ukhamba is a vessel made of clay that is used by the southern African Nguni people for brewing and serving sorghum beer or utshwala. In Zulu culture, ritual beer drinking is part of gatherings and the ukhamba was a part of this tradition. Shop a collection of ukhamba and other vessels from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.