Historical Memorabilia

This antique Victorian presentation walking cane is crafted from solid oak and showcases exceptional historical character and craftsmanship. The cane features a slender, tapered oak ...

Rare and massive lot of composition gold leaf, approx. 8000 sheets. Includes: 11 intact packets (Hastings & Co, Made in Germany and Italy, 500 Sheets), 5 Open packets (equivale...

Singer 15-91 sewing machine, American version, 1950s Straight-stitch machine with a "potted" motor (connected directly to the gears, without an external belt). Good cosmetic conditio...

We are pleased to offer a charming early 20th-century souvenir pocket knife produced as an advertising piece for the historic Jacob Kann Company of Nuremberg, Germany. Once a well-kn...

Antique National Cash Register (NCR) Model #349 drug / candy store / pharmacy total adder machine. Serial number 635844, circa 1908. A classic early 20th-century mechanical cash re...

We are pleased to offer a charming early 20th-century souvenir pocket knife produced as an Souvenir of Nuremberg, Germany.. This vintage pocket knife features a relief of the famous ...

A Willcox & Gibbs 'Automatic' chain-stitch sewing machine, circa 1880s, known for its sculptural cast iron frame. It is finished in black japanning with gilt floral decoration and mo...

Rare antique 1939 Major League Baseball World Series team roster felt pennant commemorating the MLB championship matchup between the New York Yankees and the Cincinnati Reds. It lis...

18th Century Sicilian Painted Cart Panel with Medieval Battle Scenes A rare and visually arresting Italian folk art fragment, this monumental Sicilian painted cart panel dates from ...

This vintage appliance is a cook stove manufactured by the Alcazar Range & Heater Co. of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, during the 1920s to early 1930s. Structurally, the unit features a ...

This is an antique wallpaper printing block. An English, carved brass on hardwood printer's stamp, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Wonderfully rare and unusual, wit...

Western Electric had been producing telephones for the American Telephone and Telegraph Co. (ATT) and the Bell System since 1927. During the 50's, new line of type 500 sets were int...

From the famous Bemelman's Bar at the NYC Carlyle Hotel, unused from old stock. A mural on the walls of the Carlyle Hotel's Bemelmans Bar in New York City, Central Park, is Bemelmans...

This WWII Japanese Anti-Aircraft Calculator is not only a rare collector's piece, it is an incredible object in itself with visual interest and a sense of great intrigue. It Is housed in a military green case, with writing to the top, and locks to the side, that can be opened or closed to display the calculator inside. Housed in a dense and heavy metal briefcase, the Japanese Anti-Aircraft calculator is fitted with distance and angle discs and several scales, as well as table of complex calculations. Together these were used to determine where an aircraft would be to establish a lead-point for aim. The metal case bears several markings in different locations, including a serial number 290. With one distance disc and one angle disc and several scales under the lid. This metal cased calculator would be an incredible piece to have displayed on a mid-century open shelving unit, or atop a dark wood...

Vintage shoehorn by Gucci with silver metal and resin horse head, made in the 1980s Ø cm 11 h cm 45 The Gucci shoehorn is a luxury accessory that combines functionality and eleganc...

Monumental Double-Sided Coca-Cola “Drugs & Soda” Trade Sign, c. 1960s, West Palm Beach Provenance A rare and evocative survivor of mid-century American roadside culture, this monume...

Mother of Pearl and Brass French Opera Glasses With Leather Case, France 1920s A stunning set of opera or theatre binoculars in original leather case. Gorgeous Mother-of-pearl inset ...

Triumph typewriter, Germany, 1930 Found in a notary's office, signs of aging.

This is a superb antique book press. An English, cast iron industrial binder or flower press dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800. Delightfully robust and tactile, this piece de...

Antique French Napoleon III Stereo Graphoscope, made in Paris. This exquisite Napoleon III period graphoscope is a beautifully crafted magnifying device from the mid-to-late 19th ...

For your consideration, a vintage Estwing E30 Rock Pick Hammer, also commonly referred to by geologists as a geologist's pick or rock hammer. One-Piece Forged Steel. The head and th...

Bang & Olufsen 90's BeoCom 1401 green telephone with gray base and black cord. In original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use....

This authentic circular advance warning sign is a premier example of mid-century American railroad safety history. Standardized in the early 20th century to alert motorists of upcomi...

Rare Original 1960s Fallout Shelter Sign: Type FS-1 Aluminum Cold War Era, DOD OCD Issue A stark and unforgettable artifact of the atomic age, this original Type FS-1 Fallout Shelt...

Elegant vintage Christmas tree topper made of hand-painted glass, dating to circa 1970 and originating from former Czechoslovakia. The ...

The colorful orange face on this old Halloween noise makers are obvious devils. Each has sinister eyes and a smile that shouldn’t be trusted. There is a s...

Exceptionally rare original Del Mar Turf Club souvenir scarf associated with the inaugural opening day of Del Mar Racetrack on July 3, 1937, professionally framed and presented as a ...

This beautiful Art nouveau green and golden color cast iron Christmas tree stand, was made in Germany, in the 1910s. A nice addition for your Christmas decoration. It holds a stem up...

A delicate pair of handmade brass ladies magnifying wire rim eye glasses from the American Civil War era, circa 1860. A unique pair of antique spectacles, cleverly designed with ext...

Vintage Coca Cola backlit advertising panel 1980s. It can also be hung because it has hooks. Metal structure. Intact and in good condition.

Sculptural 18th century Italian gilded crown base with hand-carved angels and an 18th century gilded angel, angel wing, and sunray with aragonite crystals. The crown was originally p...

A fantastic 19th century Victorian cast iron Armorial coat of arms, which would most probably have been used to advertise a Royal warrant. The plaque depicts the Royal Crescent with ...

This impressive and charming crown is a replica of the original Danish bronze crown. The original bronze crown used as templet is a rare trade sign medallion or fragment installed on...

Elaborately handcrafted, intricately decorated set of two late Biedermeier brass goblets/ mugs from the so-called "second period" aorund 1860 in Austria. This artfully made antique B...

An '80s Late-20th century 'Andy Warhol A Retrospective' hard-cover library or coffee table book by The Museum of Modern Art, New York, 1989...

Museum mounted grand tour Inca or Sipan silver necklace, a 20th century copy of an original neckpiece worn by an "Oficia"l of Inca or Sipan decent. Unmarked. Removable from the stand...

A museum tool, made entirely by hand that recalls the peasant culture of the past.

Antique Chinese sedan chair, China, late 19th century. This colorful and extraordinary decorated antique sedan or wedding chair from China is r...

A gorgeous chocolate mold. Made of metal, marked with mold number. Attributed to H. Walter, Berlin Germany. Beautiful and ready to use or display, with nice patina. The 1890s to 1920...

This is an elegant looking gavel made of rosewood with the wonderful color, grain and super hardness of the wood. It is nicely carved with the traditional shape of a gavel and is in...

An exceptional Objet'd'Art, a Russian Silver 1913 Commemorative Travel Icon, is a poignant tribute to the reign of Czar Nicholas II. Made in 1913 to commemorate the Great Pilgrimage of Emperor...

19th Century copy of 18th century portrait of Robert Harley, 1st Earl of Oxford, (born 1661, London, died 1724, London). He was a British statesman who headed the Tory ministry from ...

Antique Beaded Evening Bag with Floral Motif, Circa 1920s or Earlier A charming antique beaded bag, dating to the 1920s or earlier, showcasing delicate craftsmanship and timeless el...

A beautifully decorative vintage Danish land line telephone. The piece is wonderfully decorative and is wired, but for use in Europe.. the piece makes a great statement on a desk or...

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique Singer Cast Iron Red Treadle Sewing Machine Table Base. Item features cast ir...

PRESENTING A UNIQUE AND IMPORTANT Original Scrap Book and Photograph of Major WA Obenchain, pertaining to Ogden College, Bowling Green, KY. The photograph is ‘new’ to the market and has never left family ownership until NOW! It is a previously, unseen image, of a significant historical figure, Major William Alexander Obenchain, who served on General Robert E. Lee’s Staff during the Civil War and was President of Ogden College in Bowling Green, Kentucky between 1883 – 1906. We are of the opinion that the photo was taken, whilst, Major Obenchain was President of Ogden College, and circa 1890-1900. It bears the stamp on the bottom right for “McClure of Lexington, KY”. Framed and under glass. The Scrap Book is his personal Collection of numerous and various newspaper article cuttings, letters, speeches and other historical items of memorabilia, MAINLY, relating to Ogden College (now part of Western Kentucky University), from the 1870’s up to 1918. Signed in ink, by the Major, on the inside of the front cover and hand-written annotations by him, throughout. It also includes newspaper article cuttings and other historical items of memorabilia personally relating to Major Obenchain and his family, including: Articles relating to the ‘Stone’ Criminal Trial in Dallas, TX in 1876 for the almost fatal shooting of his brother, James T Obenchain , Merit Certificate for distinguished academic achievement by Major Obenchain, from the Buchanan Collegiate Institute dated July 6th 1849, et al. Over 53 Pages of content! An EXCEPTIONAL and UNIQUE Collection that is ‘new’ to the market, has never been seen by the public before and has never left family ownership until NOW! A UNIQUE HISTORICAL RECORD OF OGDEN COLLEGE/WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY and BOWLING GREEN! William Alexander Obenchain. Born April 27, 1841 at Buchanan, Botetourt Co., Virginia. Parents: Thomas Jefferson Obenchain and Elizabeth Ann Sweetland. Entered VMI on July 18, 1859 as a member of the VMI (Virginia Military Institute...

Emerson Model EP375 Catalina vintage tabletop radio, identified by the visible Emerson Radio and Phonograph Co. dial and cabinet logo. The seller identifies the set as a 5+1-tube mod...

A sculptural Scandinavian gavel crafted from solid teak by an unidentified Swedish craftsman in the 1960s. The design is both sturdy and slender, highlighting the warm tone and natur...

Issued for the first Japanese release of the film in 1969, this fantastically bizarre Japanese B2 poster offers some of the best artwork created to promote the Beatles' 1968 hit psyc...

DHL shipping Nordmende Isabella radio cabinet, 1967 4 speakers, working radio. Untested turntable and reel-to-reel tape recorder. Illumin...

Western Electric had been producing telephones for the American Telephone and Telegraph Co. (ATT) and the Bell System since 1927. During the 50's, new line of type 500 sets were int...

German WW2 era 10 x 80 Binoculars: These Emil Busch Binoculars were primarily used by Luftwaffe Flak Artillery ground crews for spotting and identifyi...

The 'Paris Berlin 1900-1933 ' is a soft-cover book covering an exhibition from July 12-November 6, 1978, at The Centre Pompidou, Paris, France. Book cover...

For Sale: Vintage "Wizard Husky" Oscillating Fan – Industrial Charm with a Rusty Edge! Looking for a statement piece that exudes vintage industrial style? This cool, rusty "Wizard H...

This very interesting one of a kind bicycle came out of the David Metz Bicycle Museum a little over 10 years ago. We went over the bicycle and everything now works just as it should....

A plaster and hessian specimen, from the Cartonnage of a mummy 3rd Century BC. Housed in a glazed veneered burrwood frame with gilt trim. The specimen has a hand penned label within...

This is an antique bootmaker’s last and gentleman's riding boots duo. An English, leather over beech gentleman's riding boot and stretcher set by Maxwell of Dover Street, dating to t...

A charming set of six vintage Czechoslovakian glass Christmas bell ornaments, dating to circa 1960. Each bell is individually hand-painted with delicate gilded botanical branches and...

French Patinated Metal Rooster Sculpture, Gérard Bouvier Style, Farmhouse Décor Accent Piece, French Hand Forged Metal Rooster Sculpture, Mid-Century Brutalist Beautiful French met...

Original US film poster for Ridley Scott's Classic 1979 Science-Fiction movie, Starring Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver, John Hurt. This poster was de...