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Victorian Sterling Beard Comb
Victorian Sterling Beard Comb

Victorian Sterling Beard Comb

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Victorian Sterling Beard comb from the late 19th Century. Sterling frame hand etched with an iris and butterfly motif. Comb has a break but there is...

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1880s American Unknown Curiosities

Victorian Novelty Office Pencil-Pendant
Victorian Novelty Office Pencil-Pendant

Victorian Novelty Office Pencil-Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Charming Victorian Novelty Pencil designed for office use in the late 19th and early 20th Century. Glass cabochons (4) are each color coded to a different pencil color. To release, guide the cabochon down track to reveal the color needed. Creative design which made office life easier over a hundred years ago, with the added convenience of hanging off a necklace chain or waist chain...

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1890s American Unknown Curiosities

Victorian Sterling Etched Match Safe
Victorian Sterling Etched Match Safe

Victorian Sterling Etched Match Safe

Located in New York, NY

Lovely Victorian Sterling Etched Match safe from the late 1900's UK. Hand etched with ornate scroll patterns with a cartouche which was added for initials....

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Early 1900s Unknown Curiosities

Golden metal heart ex voto
Golden metal heart ex voto

Golden metal heart ex voto

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

THEATER - (Made in France) Chiseled golden metal ex voto representing a heart topped with a flame. You can open it to hide your secrets. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: ...

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Mid-20th Century French Unknown Curiosities

Czech Victorian Revival Pendant
Czech Victorian Revival Pendant

Czech Victorian Revival Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Czech Victorian Revival Pendant from the 1920's. Antique bronze finish with foliage applique design with amythest glass cabochons. Heavy quality construction. Clasp. 24" with pendant...

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1920s Czech Unknown Curiosities

French Black Lacquer Travel Photo Frame
French Black Lacquer Travel Photo Frame

French Black Lacquer Travel Photo Frame

Located in New York, NY

Elegant French Black Lacquer Travel Photo Frame to keep close ones at hand. Cover slides over on each side to reveal photo which can be propped up o...

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1930s French Unknown Curiosities

Vintage Italian Vicenza Sterling Silver Hand Wrought Belt Buckle 1980's
Vintage Italian Vicenza Sterling Silver Hand Wrought Belt Buckle 1980's

Vintage Italian Vicenza Sterling Silver Hand Wrought Belt Buckle 1980's

Located in North Miami, FL

This modern and fabulous signed Vicenza sterling silver belt buckle is Italian and from the 80's. It was never ever used or worn. You will need to furnish your very own belt strap or...

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1980s Italian Unknown Curiosities

Golden metal heart ex voto
Golden metal heart ex voto

Golden metal heart ex voto

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

THEATER - (Made in France) Chiseled golden metal ex voto representing a heart topped with a flame. You can open it to hide your secrets. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: ...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Curiosities

Carved Bakelite Art Deco Elephant Dress Suite
Carved Bakelite Art Deco Elephant Dress Suite

Carved Bakelite Art Deco Elephant Dress Suite

Located in New York, NY

Amazing Carved Bakelite Art Deco Elephant Dress Suite from the 1930's. Huge pair of hand carved elephant heads set with jet eyes form a buckle with a set...

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1930s American Unknown Curiosities

Art Deco Faux Watch Compact
Art Deco Faux Watch Compact

Art Deco Faux Watch Compact

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Faux Watch Compact from the 1920's. Made to look like a watch in chrome with enamel accents. It opens to reveal both powder and rouge compartments. Marked "Sene", Paris NY. ...

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1920s French Unknown Curiosities

Vintage Amber Celluloid and Rhinestone Thin Bangle Bracelets Set of 3
Vintage Amber Celluloid and Rhinestone Thin Bangle Bracelets Set of 3

Vintage Amber Celluloid and Rhinestone Thin Bangle Bracelets Set of 3

Located in North Miami, FL

This vintage set of 3 amber colored celluloid bangle bracelets have different colored rhinestones. They are each razor thin and will only fit a size 6 or max 6.5 wrist. From the 40's...

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1940s American Unknown Curiosities

Mithe Espelt 1950s blue and gold ceramic brooch
Mithe Espelt 1950s blue and gold ceramic brooch

Mithe Espelt 1950s blue and gold ceramic brooch

Located in Milano, IT

Mithe Espelt attributed ceramic brooch Golden design with golden frame on blue background Unsigned Marked MADE IN PARIS on the back Circa 1950s Measurements: 5x5 cm height 1 cm 2x...

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Mid-20th Century French Unknown Curiosities

Czech Art Deco Hand Beaded Decorative Pockets
Czech Art Deco Hand Beaded Decorative Pockets

Czech Art Deco Hand Beaded Decorative Pockets

Located in New York, NY

Czech Beaded Decorative Pockets from the Art Deco Period. Hand beaded and made as sew ons for 1930's day dresses. Sold and priced per pair. Old stock. $185...

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1930s Czech Unknown Curiosities

Victorian Perfume Chatelaine in the Japanesque Taste
Victorian Perfume Chatelaine in the Japanesque Taste

Victorian Perfume Chatelaine in the Japanesque Taste

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Perfume Chatelaine in the Japanesque taste, popular in the late 19th Century. Silver plated with partial gilding as highlighting for the A...

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Late 19th Century American Unknown Curiosities

1960s face outline black and gold ceramic brooch
1960s face outline black and gold ceramic brooch

1960s face outline black and gold ceramic brooch

Located in Milano, IT

Ceramic brooch Face outline Golden details on black background Unsigned Circa 1960s Measurements: 6x6 cm height 1 cm 2.25x2.25 in height 0.25 in Good condition Minor flaws Some ...

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1960s Italian Unknown Curiosities

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Unknown Curiosities

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Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

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1880s Spanish Unknown Curiosities

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Hermes In The Pocket Binoculars Black Swift Leather New

Hermes In The Pocket Binoculars Black Swift Leather New

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

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2010s French Unknown Curiosities

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$1,422

H 1.15 in W 5.6 in Dm 1.3 in L 10.56 in

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Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and elegant Authentic Hermès Nutcracker Set Includes a hammer and a base, in which 3 recesses have been carved out: for an almond, a walnut, and a hazelnut Made in Indonesia, ...

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Exceptional Hermès Gold Silver Coin Purse Chainmail Wallet
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Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse Vintage item, made of flowing meshes Made of yellow gold and silver "HERMES PARIS", serial number, craftman's hallmark and 75...

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20th Century Unknown Unknown Curiosities

Rare Surrealist Schiaparelli Figural Cat Lingerie Bag
Rare Surrealist Schiaparelli Figural Cat Lingerie Bag

Rare Surrealist Schiaparelli Figural Cat Lingerie Bag

By Elsa Schiaparelli

Located in New York, NY

Rare and unusual figural Surrealist Elsa Schiaparelli lingerie bag. This amusing, rare Schiaparelli figural cat lingerie bag is made of bright pink acetate, with "Shocking" Pink ribbon accents and long pink raffia fringe. With a white plush snout and hand cut felt eyes eyebrows and mouth. Excellent Condition. Signed, Zipper Entry on back. Length 18" x Wide 9". 1950's. Schiaparelli, "I gave to pink, the nerve of the red, a neon pink, an unreal pink, Shocking Pink". Yves Saint Laurent: Schiaparelli's pink was "an aggressive, brawling, warrior pink” Elsa Schiaparelli's "Shocking" Pink was a color which derived from a 17.27 carat rose colored Cartier diamond known as the Tete de Belier, belonging to her friend and client, Daisy Fellowes. Shocking Pink was used for the eponymous perfume "Shocking", which was launched in 1937. The packaging was designed by artist Leonor Fini and the bottle was based on Mae West's curvaceous figure. Her first shoe-hat, designed for her autumn 1937 collection, had a Shocking Pink heel. Salvador Dali loved...

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1950s French Unknown Curiosities

Hermès Puzzle 140 Pieces
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Hermès Puzzle 140 Pieces

$512

W 11.82 in L 16.54 in

Hermès Puzzle 140 Pieces

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Authentic Hermès Puzzle 140 pieces Colorways: Bue, Pink, Black No photo of the drawing inside Measurements: 42 x 30 cm (16,53 x 11,81 inches) Condition: New condition. Done once...

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Hermès Dachshund Photos Holder Photos Frame Teckel
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$14,568Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.27 in W 1.66 in L 8.67 in

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By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional and Rare Authentic Hermès Photo Frame Absolutely stunning, a true collectible item for dachshund lovers Base is in shape of a dachshund, the body holding glass panels i...

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Hermès Chaine d'Ancre Bottle Opener Orfevrerie Ercuis
Hermès Chaine d'Ancre Bottle Opener Orfevrerie Ercuis

Hermès Chaine d'Ancre Bottle Opener Orfevrerie Ercuis

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare Authentic Hermès Bottle Opener From the "Chaine d'Ancre" collection (anchor chain) Made in France Designed by "Orfevrerie Ercuis" (OE and centaur hallmark) Made of metal Co...

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David Webb Gilt Metal Toad Wax Perfume Figure for Revlon c 1970s
David Webb Gilt Metal Toad Wax Perfume Figure for Revlon c 1970s

David Webb Gilt Metal Toad Wax Perfume Figure for Revlon c 1970s

By Revlon, David Webb

Located in University City, MO

David Webb Charming gilt metal costume frog for Revlon Moon Drops wax perfume c 1970s The gilt metal costume toad was designed by David Webb in the 1970s to promote the Moon Drops wax perfume fragrance for Revlon The charming gilt metal toad is accented with green enamel eyes Inside the hinged interior is where the wax perfume is stored Paired with green flock presentation box from Revlon's Moon Drop's wax perfume fragrance Measurements: The length of the toad...

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1970s American Unknown Curiosities

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Hermes Paris Tennis Racquet Paper Clip Money Clip Tennis Ball

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By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional Authentic Hermès Paper Clip Very rare item ! Made in France Vintage item Made of Metal (non precious), wood and plastic Colorways: silver-tone, brown "HERMÈS" engra...

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20th Century French Unknown Curiosities

Hermès Horse Letter Opener Paper Cutter Ravinet d'Enfert 20th Century
Hermès Horse Letter Opener Paper Cutter Ravinet d'Enfert 20th Century

Hermès Horse Letter Opener Paper Cutter Ravinet d'Enfert 20th Century

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Elegant and Timeless Authentic Hermès Letter Opener Can be used as paper cutter Long pointed blade adorned with a sculptural horse head handle The horse’s sculpture is magnificent...

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20th Century Unknown Unknown Curiosities

Hermès Pocket Cigar Cutter in Leather Case
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Hermès Pocket Cigar Cutter in Leather Case

$1,422

H 0.16 in W 1.5 in Dm 0.87 in L 3.04 in

Hermès Pocket Cigar Cutter in Leather Case

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare Authentic Hermès Cigar Cutter Its size allows it to be stored in your pocket, and it's safe from cuts thanks to its original Hermès case. Ma...

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Hermès Paris Tennis Racquet Paper Clip Money Clip Tennis Ball
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By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional and Rare Authentic Hermès Paper Clip Made in France Vintage item Made of metal (non precious), wood and plastic Colorways: silver-tone, brown "HERMÈS" engraved in fr...

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Hermès Silver Money Clip Gaetan de Percin Spur Shaped Horse Texas
Hermès Silver Money Clip Gaetan de Percin Spur Shaped Horse Texas

Hermès Silver Money Clip Gaetan de Percin Spur Shaped Horse Texas

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Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare Authentic Hermès Money Clip In shape of a spur Equestrian theme, horse ridding, Texas Vintage Item Made by Gaetan de Percin for Hermès ("GP" hallmark) Made of silver 800 (c...

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Pair Of Leather Slippers Embroidered With Tulips - France Early 19c
Pair Of Leather Slippers Embroidered With Tulips - France Early 19c

Pair Of Leather Slippers Embroidered With Tulips - France Early 19c

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1790/1820 France Beautiful collectible pair of Orientalist mules shoes dating from the early nineteenth century. Square-tipped upper in fawn leather embroidered with tulips i...

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Early 19th Century French Unknown Curiosities

1960s woman silhouette pink and gold ceramic brooch
1960s woman silhouette pink and gold ceramic brooch

1960s woman silhouette pink and gold ceramic brooch

Located in Milano, IT

Ceramic brooch Golden woman silhouette on pink spotted background Unsigned Circa 1960s Measurements: 5x4 cm height 0.5 cm 2x1.5 in heigth 0.1 in Good condition Some signs of age...

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Art Deco Sleek Red &  Black Enamel Unisex Cigarette Case c 1940s
Art Deco Sleek Red &  Black Enamel Unisex Cigarette Case c 1940s

Art Deco Sleek Red & Black Enamel Unisex Cigarette Case c 1940s

Located in University City, MO

Art Deco sleek red & black enamel unisex cigarette case c 1940s The elegant cigarette case is designed with a striped enamel lid cover with bold red & black geometric lacquered pane...

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Summer cloche hat in straw and braided raffia - Bauhaus Germany Circa 1925
Summer cloche hat in straw and braided raffia - Bauhaus Germany Circa 1925

Summer cloche hat in straw and braided raffia - Bauhaus Germany Circa 1925

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1925 Germany Rare cloche hat or capote made of woven straw and colored Rafia embroidery dating from the Modernist Bauhaus period in Germany. Collect...

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1920s German Unknown Curiosities

Brass Foot Shoe Horn Italian Vintage
Brass Foot Shoe Horn Italian Vintage

Brass Foot Shoe Horn Italian Vintage

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H 1.5 in W 9 in D 3 in L 9 in

Brass Foot Shoe Horn Italian Vintage

Located in North Miami, FL

This whimsical 1970's signed brass foot shoe horn is by Taste Sellar Sigma as shown in the photos. The company is Taste Setter by Sigma. It is unisex and in...

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1970s Italian Unknown Curiosities

A Queue d'Ecrevisse, Scarlet Cotton Twill Bustle Cage - France Late 19th Century
A Queue d'Ecrevisse, Scarlet Cotton Twill Bustle Cage - France Late 19th Century

A Queue d'Ecrevisse, Scarlet Cotton Twill Bustle Cage - France Late 19th Century

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1875 - 1895 France or Europe Small Bustle cage to refine the Silhouette called Queue d'écrevisse in scarlet cotton twill dating from the late 19th century. Nine metal hoops co...

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1870s French Unknown Curiosities

Pair Of Leather Slippers Embroidered With Tulips - France Early 19c
Pair Of Leather Slippers Embroidered With Tulips - France Early 19c

Pair Of Leather Slippers Embroidered With Tulips - France Early 19c

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1790/1820 France Beautiful collectible pair of Orientalist mules shoes dating from the early nineteenth century. Square-tipped upper in fawn leather embroidered with tulips i...

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Victorian Silver Figural Skirt Holder
Victorian Silver Figural Skirt Holder

Victorian Silver Figural Skirt Holder

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful novelty Victorian Silver Figural Skirt Holder of likely European origin. Beautifully detailed with a chickadee which slides along hol...

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1870s Unknown Curiosities

Musical Christmas Ball Christmas Tree Christmas Ornament Music Box Silent Night
Musical Christmas Ball Christmas Tree Christmas Ornament Music Box Silent Night

Musical Christmas Ball Christmas Tree Christmas Ornament Music Box Silent Night

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Pull the string, put the tree on your table, and listen to the magic of Christmas Rare and Gorgeous Christmas Ball Music Box Pull the hook, a string will come out and go into the ...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Unknown Curiosities

Art Deco Enamel and Metal Card Case
Art Deco Enamel and Metal Card Case

Art Deco Enamel and Metal Card Case

Located in North Miami, FL

This stunning period art deco card case was once a cigarette case from the era. it is black enamel and gold metal with a diamond center form. It should be kept in a jewelers bag in o...

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1930s American Unknown Curiosities

19th Century French Appliqué Framed Fashion Salesman Samples
19th Century French Appliqué Framed Fashion Salesman Samples

19th Century French Appliqué Framed Fashion Salesman Samples

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century French Appliqué Framed Fashion Salesman Samples These charming pieces are dated 1876, they are advertisements for illustrated Magazines which have been dressed in colou...

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19th Century Unknown Curiosities

Brass Shoe Horn With Hand Back Scratcher Mid Century Modern
Brass Shoe Horn With Hand Back Scratcher Mid Century Modern

Brass Shoe Horn With Hand Back Scratcher Mid Century Modern

Located in North Miami, FL

This vintage mid century modern sold brass 1950's long shoe horn with hand back scratcher is whimsical and useful. It serves 2 wonderful dual purposes.....

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1950s American Unknown Curiosities

1930s La Mode Guilloche Enamel Set with a Free Whiting & Davis Chain Pouch
1930s La Mode Guilloche Enamel Set with a Free Whiting & Davis Chain Pouch

1930s La Mode Guilloche Enamel Set with a Free Whiting & Davis Chain Pouch

Located in Port Hope, ON

The set comprises of a powder compact, lipstick holder with its own mirror and a comb. They all have a butter yellow base color with a delicate flower pattern. There is some wear on ...

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1930s American Unknown Curiosities

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Questions About Unknown Curiosities

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