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Antique Brass Scissors

Large Victorian Box, Mahogany on Oak, England, circa 1840
Located in Regensburg, DE
on oak. In the lid with fan inlay work in maple. Standing on 4 carved feet. Inside with 1 brass
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1840s English Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Mahogany

Extraordinary Antique English Geo.III Flame Mahog. Demilune Flap-Top Games Table
Located in Charleston, SC
is lined with green baize (proper playing card surface). Please note the images of the original brass
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Brass Scissors

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Mahogany

Pair of Italian Antique Brass Lucerna Four Spout Oil Lamps
Located in Forney, TX
A lovely pair of elegant and interesting 19th century brass Lucerna oil lamps from Italy. Commonly
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutters with Dragon Motif from India Areca nut Cutter
Located in North Hollywood, CA
intricate artistry, fashioned from solid brass, forming a nut slicer or cracker with detailed two halves
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Late 19th Century Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass, Bronze

Pair Signed Erhard Sohne Trinket Casket Box Casket Original Keys Brass Wood 1900
By Erhard & Söhne
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
boxes / jewelry caskets with amazing inlaid wood veneer and patinated brass showing fruit baskets and
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Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Rare 6 Piece Writing Desk Set Erhard & Sohne Wood Inlay Brass Art Nouveau 1900
By Erhard & Söhne
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
large scissors with sheath with amazing inlaid wood veneer and patinated brass showing floral leafy
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Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutter from India Collectible Asian Artifact
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Brass Betel Nut Cutter from India Collectible Asian Artifact. Add a touch of cultural and
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Late 19th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Brass Scissors

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Bronze

Antique 19th C. Brass Betel Nut Cutter from India Collectible Asian Artifact
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A late 19th or early 20th century Indian brass betel nut cutter from the North Western regions
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Late 19th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Brass Scissors

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Bronze

Antique 19thC English Leather Overnight Case With Six Silver Topped Jars c.1881
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
of scissors alongside mother of pearl handled nail filers, these have their own pocket to be stored
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1880s British Other Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Victorian Mappin & Webb Antique Silver Coromandel Vanity / Dressing Box
By James Vickery, Mappin & Webb
Located in Northampton, GB
itself is veneered in exotic coromandel with brass edging and double stringing on the front and top
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

18th C French Oil Lamp with tools
Located in Carmel, CA
This four candle oil lamp is French and is brass. The turned column is adjustable for height. The
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

19th c. Antique Bronze Betel Nut Cutters from India Radha and Krishna
Located in North Hollywood, CA
19th century antique handmade brass Radha Krishna betel nut cutter from India. Upper side is
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Late 19th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Empire Travel Sewing & Writing Set, France, Early 19th Century, circa 1815
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
(scissors and thimble are made of sterling silver though), and writing accessories with two inkwells. The
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Brass Scissors

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Crystal, Sterling Silver, Brass

Victorian Coromandel Vanity Box Glyn Cywarch Estate
By Henry Lewis, James Vickery
Located in Northampton, GB
Estate. The box veneered in exotic Coromandel bound and double strung in brass with solid brass campaign
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Multi-gemstone, Silver, Brass

Victorian Coromandel Vanity Box Glyn Cywarch Estate
Victorian Coromandel Vanity Box Glyn Cywarch Estate
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H 8.86 in W 14.17 in D 11.02 in
Mahogany Wood Foundry Table Lamps - Pair - Vintage
By Artig
Located in New York City, NY
-New harps in antique brass -Off-white linen rectangular shades (included) These lamps embody the rich
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Brass Scissors

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Mahogany

Georgian Rosewood Vanity Box
By Howell James & Co.
Located in Northampton, GB
delighted to offer this Georgian Rosewood Vanity Box. The Vanity Box of rectangular shape with brass edging
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Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Georgian Rosewood Vanity Box
Georgian Rosewood Vanity Box
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H 7.09 in W 11.81 in D 8.66 in
Victorian Burr Walnut Fitted Vanity Box
Located in Northampton, GB
sewing hook, a pen knife, a thimble and scissors. The front of the Vanity Box drops down to access the
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Late 19th Century Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Burr Walnut Fitted Vanity Box
Victorian Burr Walnut Fitted Vanity Box
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H 8.66 in W 13 in D 9.84 in
Antique Palais Royal French Casket Necessaire Vanity Chest by L. Dujat 19th C
Located in London, GB
Palais Royal. The box features inlaid gilt banding and brass bound edges, the hinged cover opens to
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1850s French Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver Plate

19th Century French Rosewood Travel Vanity Case by Peret and Dated 1855
Located in Dallas, TX
necessary for manicure, pedicure, hair cutting and removal, beard trimming, nail cutting, two scissors
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver

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Circa 1910 Pink Marabou & Tortoiseshell Framed Fan
Located in Asheville, NC
Beautiful Pink Maribou Feathers ribbed with perfect tortoiseshell sticks & handle, is framed with soft pink velvet backing and gold leaf wood. This style of fan, once used for presen...
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20th Century Unknown Antique Brass Scissors

Satinwood Demilune Card Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Demilune card table the satinwood top with banding. To the fold-over top opening to reveal the inset green baize card table. The molded frieze raised up on tapering legs and spade fe...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

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Satinwood

Antique Satinwood Demilune Card Table
Satinwood Demilune Card Table
H 30 in W 36 in D 18 in
Bradley & Hubbard Victorian Style Oil Lamp with Hand Painted Hurricane Glass
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Bradley & Hubbard oil lamp from 1885-1894, B&H engraved on the base. The lamp is made of antique brass and very ornate cast iron old-gold-gilded and beautiful detailing. Orig...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass, Iron

Friedr. Herder Solingen Knife Scissors and Shaving Razor Advertising Enamel Sign
By Friedrich Herder A. Sn Solingen
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Fantastic Friedrich Herder Abr. Sohn Solingen bayonets, knives, razors, enamel porcelain advertising sign. Never used, it was found on the original packaging. Perfect gloss. German m...
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Brass Scissors

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Metal

Antique Walnut French Backgammon Game Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
Antique Walnut French game table with ormolu mounts, slide-out felt-lined backgammon board, reverse top for card games. Drawer has slide our Backgammon board within. Table only There...
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1920s French Antique Brass Scissors

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Bronze

19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany and Bronze Folding Game Table with Felt
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a game room or a den with this elegant folding card table. Crafted in France circa 1930 and built of mahogany wood with marquetry and inlay decor throughout, the rectangular...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass, Bronze

Antique Arts and Crafts French Oil Lamp Chandelier Ceramic Opaline Glass, 1900s
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
This large and impressive oil lamp dates from the early 1900s. It is made of different, quality materials and expensive techniques which is one of the reasons why this handcrafted an...
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Early 1900s French Arts and Crafts Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

18th Century mahogany card table
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th Century mahogany card / games table, the rectangular shaped fold over top with a moulded edge with a carved floral decoration, opening to reveal a green baize playing surface, n...
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1780s British Georgian Antique Brass Scissors

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Mahogany

18th Century mahogany card table
18th Century mahogany card table
H 28.5 in W 33 in D 16 in
Quality antique Victorian brass oil lamp
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique Victorian brass oil lamp having the original white glass shade with a blue ceramic reservoir supported by an ornate brass column
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Quality antique Victorian brass oil lamp
Quality antique Victorian brass oil lamp
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H 29.14 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Georgian Rosewood Sewing Box by Leuchars of London
By Leuchars & Son
Located in Northampton, GB
Extensive Mother of Pearl Inlay From our Sewing Boxes collection, we are pleased to offer this Georgian Rosewood Sewing Box by Leuchars of London. The Sewing Box of rectangular shap...
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Early 19th Century British George IV Antique Brass Scissors

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Wood

Georgian Rosewood Sewing Box by Leuchars of London
Georgian Rosewood Sewing Box by Leuchars of London
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H 4.33 in W 9.84 in D 7.87 in
Antique Victorian Reeded Column Brass Oil Lamp
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian reeded column brass oil lamp having a pretty tulip shaped white and pink etched glass shade with a single burner stood on a square stepped brass base.   
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Late Victorian Envelope Card Table with Gaming Wells
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Late Victorian envelope card table with gaming wells. A beautifully designed piece, the sturdy 4 footed leg supports the 4 triangular hinged leaves which swivel and open out to re...
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Mahogany

Candelabra Neoclassical Style
Located in New Haven, CT
Tourists brought these home after visiting Italy during the grand tour period. They are cast of solid bronze in France. Rising from the lion-footed base is a column holding a five-a...
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1860s French Neoclassical Antique Brass Scissors

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Bronze

William IV Mahogany Card Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality William IV mahogany card table, having a folder over top above a cylindrical stem, the table has a platform base raised on four elegant scroll feet. This p...
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19th Century English William IV Antique Brass Scissors

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Mahogany

William IV Mahogany Card Table
William IV Mahogany Card Table
H 29.14 in W 35.83 in D 18.12 in
Antique French Mother of Pearl Sewing Necessaire Etui Propelling Pencil Case
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique French Mother of Pearl sewing necessaire, etui, circa 1840. The hinged fitted case with geometric mother of pearl & abalone decoration, the case has an inset silver t...
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1840s French Louis Philippe Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver, Steel

Antique George IV (1827) Sterling Silver Gilt Grape Shears
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique George IV English sterling silver gilt grape shears - boxed; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional pair...
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1820s British George IV Antique Brass Scissors

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Sterling Silver

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Antique Silver Gilt Dressing Case by Ortner & Houle
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
brass edging. The underside of the lid is lined with green velvet and embroidered with Countess coronet
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19th Century Great Britain (UK) Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver, Brass

Antique Coromandel Silver Vanity Dressing Box Mappin & Webb, 19th Century
By James Vickery, Mappin & Webb
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
itself is veneered in exotic Coromandel with brass edging and double stringing on the front and top
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver, Brass

Victorian Writing Box by P&F Shafer of 27 Piccadilly London
Located in London, Greenwich
embossed leather with gilt tooling and gilded brass fittings. The box opens to reveal original inkwells
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1850s British Early Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Leather

Antique Dressing Case in Coromandel by Betjemann & Sons
By George Betjeman & Sons
Located in London, GB
. This 1880s antique dressing case is veneered in Coromandel and edged in brass binding around the entire
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19th Century English Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver

Very Large Scissors and Needle Trade Sign, Mounted
Located in New York, NY
Brass scissors and needle trade sign with pivoting needle, 19th century. Measures: height 35
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Late 19th Century American Industrial Antique Brass Scissors

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Bronze

Large Industrial Scissors Used to Cut Sheet Iron
Located in Milan, IT
Big iron scissors for an industrial table , used to shear a sheet iron . Belgium.
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Brass Scissors

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Iron, Brass

Early 20th Century Pair of Solid Oak and Brass Globe Wernicke Bookcases
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
original brass knob handles, standing on a moulded plinth and copper strapping to the sides. England circa
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Early 1900s British Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Antique English Dome Top Burl Wood Box with Ornate Brass Hardware and Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique dome top English burl box with ornate brass decoration and interior compartment shelf
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

English Regency Period Embossed Leather Sewing Box with Drawer and Brass Mounts
Located in Wells, ME
English Regency period embossed leather fitted sewing box with drawer and original brass handles
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Brass Scissors

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Cowhide

Gentleman or Officer Sterling Silver Travel Set, France, Mid-19th Century
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
bathroom accessories (hairdressing, shaving, manicure...) - scissors, sewing accessories - clothing
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Brass Scissors

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Crystal, Sterling Silver, Brass

A Fine Antique Lady’s Dressing Table By George Betjemann & Sons
By George Betjeman & Sons
Located in London, GB
Constructed in a finely grained mahogany, with line inlays; of metamorphic form, rising from brass
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Early 20th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

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Mahogany

Elkington & Co. Complete Table Service
By Elkington & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
is marked with a brass monogram with the initials “RP,” as is nearly every single item held within
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Crystal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Elkington & Co. Complete Table Service
Elkington & Co. Complete Table Service
H 41.38 in W 76 in D 26.13 in
Antique Boxed Set 12 Pairs Mother of Pearl Fruit Forks Knives Spoons Etc
By Martin, Hall & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
handles together with a set of four berry spoons, two pairs of nutcrackers, a pair of grape scissors, a
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1880s English Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver Plate

19th Century Burr Walnut Lady's Vanity Travelling Case
Located in London, GB
burr walnut case is outlined with brass stringing and has a vacant shield shaped cartouche ready to be
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1860s British Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver Plate, Ormolu

Exotic Bird Snuffer Scissors in Brass
Located in Bradenton, FL
Brass snuffer scissors adorned with an exotic bird box. Scissors are secured with a copper pin
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Mid-19th Century Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Antique Mid 19th Century R. Heinisch Furrier Shears, Scissors 1859
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique R. Heinisch Large 15" Furrier Shears, Scissors which also would be excellent for fabric or
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1850s American Antique Brass Scissors

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Metal, Brass

Boxed Fruit Set Forks Knives Nutcrackers, Grape Scissors Etc, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
, two pairs of nutcrackers, a pair of grape scissors, etc. The interior is finished in plush royal
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1870s English Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver Plate

Fine Erhard Sohne Dragonfly Bowl Tray Wood Inlay Brass Art Nouveau Tiffany Style
By Tiffany Studios, Erhard & Söhne
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
or bowl with amazing inlaid wood veneer and patinated brass showing a dragonfly and leafy branch
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Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Victorian Calamander, Brass and Sterling Silver Travel Box by Asprey, London
Located in Essex, MA
button enclosing MOP handled tools, scissors etc.
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

Pair of Early 19th Century Stools, Cherry Wood, France circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
neoclassical Biedermeier scissors stools or tabourets. Solid cherry wood, hand polished with shellac. Original
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1820s French Biedermeier Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

19th Century Blackened Wood Vanity, Sewing or Writing Box with Gilt Implements
Located in Haarlem, NL
Victorian blackened wood and brass initialed vanity, sewing or writing box, the lid interior
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Metal, Brass

Large French Belle Époque Traveling Vanity Set by Gustave Keller
By Gustave Keller Freres
Located in New York, NY
), scissors (3), scissors (2 3/4), nail file (7 1/8), nail file (6 3/8), tweezers (6 1/8), 2 candlesticks (4 1
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver

Oversize mid-19th c. Patented Tailoring Scissors, Newark, NJ
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very large and well-made steel tailoring scissors with the maker's patent encircling the brass
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19th Century American Antique Brass Scissors

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Steel, Brass

Brass and Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Antique Sewing Box, 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
mother-of-pearl handled file, pricker and sewing hook and a pair of scissors. This antique sewing box
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Trade Sign Of A Tailor Or Dress Maker
Located in New York, NY
American, late-1800's brass trade sign of a needle, a safety pin and scissors. This is an
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19th Century American Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Burr Walnut Vanity Box W H Tooke Liverpool
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Antique Burr walnut vanity box with brass edging for added strength and the top and front decorated
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Regency Kingwood Sewing Box / Writing Cabinet, 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Rare kingwood sewing and writing cabinet with double strung brass and ornate brass inlay to the
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Dressing Vanity Countess Coromandel Silver Box
By Halstaff & Hannaford
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Coromandel brass bound silver Vanity Box by Halstaff & Hannaford, London with brass escutcheons and
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver, Brass

Silver Vanity Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
figured burr walnut with brass quadrant edging, lockable sprung loaded jewellery drawer, comes with
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass, Silver

Silver Vanity Box
Silver Vanity Box
H 8 in W 12.5 in D 10 in
19th Century Georgian Antique Mahogany Silver Vanity Box 5th Earl of Listowel
By Thomas Diller
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
corkscrew, hook, scissors, pricker, needle, tweezers and pencil. The front nine bottles and tool pad are
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver, Brass

Palais Royal Mulberry Sewing Box 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Mulberry Palais Royal sewing box with ebony edging and brass and faceted stud decoration. The
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19th Century French William IV Antique Brass Scissors

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Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Antique Dining Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Early 19th century Regency mahogany antique dining table standing on reeded legs with brass casters
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Early 19th Century Regency Antique Brass Scissors

Sewing Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Fabulous Sewing Box with intricate inlays of flowers and birds of paradise comprising of Brass and
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

Sewing Box
Sewing Box
H 9 in W 15 in D 12 in
Austin of Dublin Ebony Mother of Pearl Sewing Box, 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
brass wire inlays of flowering branches, exotic birds and jardinières. Fitted with solid mother of pearl
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony

Asprey Silver Vanity Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Asprey Silver Vanity Box of the highest quality, brass bound all round and veneered in Coromandel
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

Asprey Silver Vanity Box
Asprey Silver Vanity Box
H 8.25 in W 12.75 in D 9.25 in
Burr Walnut Vanity Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Burr Walnut Sterling Silver Vanity Box with brass edging and escutcheons, hallmarked Birmingham
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

Silver Plated Vanity Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
handles, they include: A single pair of Scissors, Tweezers, Button hooks, and Corkscrew. The main part of
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

Silver Plated Vanity Box
Silver Plated Vanity Box
H 7.5 in W 12.5 in D 9 in
Silver Vanity Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
figured burr walnut with brass quadrant edging, lockable sprung loaded jewellery drawer, comes with
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

Silver Vanity Box
Silver Vanity Box
H 8 in W 12.5 in D 10 in
Georgian Writing Box by J.J.Taylor
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Antique Writing Box made of solid Mahogany bound with square brass and steel screws, has two
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

Georgian Writing Box By J.j.taylor
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Antique Writing Box made of solid Mahogany bound with square brass & steel screws, has two campaign
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

Antique Betjemann Ladies Coromandel Silver Vanity Box, 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
brass-edged dressing case is veneered in richly figured exotic Coromandel and comes complete with its
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Silver

VR Antique French Palais Royal Napoleon Era Necessaire, 36+ pc
Located in South Coast, CA
shell moustache comb and a shell tool used for toothpick and ear wax spoon combo. All but the scissors
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18th Century and Earlier French Antique Brass Scissors

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Steel

Antique Coromandel Gentleman’s Vanity Box Brownett and Rose, 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Coromandel and brass edged gentleman's vanity box with ornate carry handles on each side, bold lock
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

Burr Walnut Sewing Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Burr Walnut sewing box by Halstaff & Hannaford with engraved brass lettering and escutcheon
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19th Century British Antique Brass Scissors

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Brass

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Antique Brass Scissors For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique brass scissors available for sale. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, all antique brass scissors available were constructed with great care. Antique brass scissors have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique brass scissors bearing industrial or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique brass scissors are appealing in their simplicity, but Asprey and Gustave Keller Freres produced popular antique brass scissors that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Brass Scissors?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,403, while they’re typically $380 on the low end and $13,650 highest priced.
Questions About Antique Brass Scissors
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, antique brass is strong because it is made with zinc and copper. Brass is considered a strong and durable metal crafted to be long-lasting and withstand rust and corrosion. Shop a selection of antique and vintage brass items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can tell if brass is treated to appear antique by looking at the patina. Because real aged brass is often made of copper, the older it gets the more likely it is to have a greenish or bluish patina that you’d expect from copper. Modern brass that’s designed to look antique will have a brownish hue, not a blue-green one. Shop a collection of antique brass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a couple points to check in determining if your chandelier is antique. The drops were faceted on both sides, and there also may be daisy-shaped glass buttons. You can also shop a range of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The price of an antique brass bed depends on the period it belongs to. For example, if your brass bed is from the 1970s and has the least amount of ornamentation, it can cost between $300 to $500. Find antique and vintage brass beds on 1stDibs.