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Material: Metal
Solid Brass Ships Telegraph By Cory
Located in Norwell, MA
Charles Cory and Son Ships Telegraph. The glass faceplate displays commands stop, all clear, not clear, astern, and ahead. This is a docking signal tel...
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1920s North American Vintage Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

1950's ocean liner porthole with the opening window fitted with a mirror
Located in London, GB
A ship's oval porthole from the 1950's Ocean Liner MV Aureol. The hinged locking window fitted with mirror plate. From the ocean liner AUREOL built by Alexander Stephen & Sons, of ...
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Mid-20th Century English Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Mid-Victorian Model of a Field Cannon
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A mid-Victorian model of a field cannon, the bronze barrel set on an oak carriage with large iron-bound wheels, with traces of the original black, red an...
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1870s English Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

English Victorian Brass Telescope
Located in Queens, NY
English (Scottish) Victorian brass tabletop telescope with 3 legged iron base.
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Antique Metal Deer Clock, 12" x 12.2" x 4.7", 6.8 lbs, 2C07
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This stunning antique clock features a beautifully detailed metal deer design, embodying timeless craftsmanship and rustic elegance. Measuring 12 inches (30 cm) in width, 12.2 inches (31 cm) in height, and 4.7 inches (12 cm) in depth, and weighing 6.8 pounds (3.1 kg), this piece is both decorative and functional. While the deer’s horns are broken, this imperfection adds a unique character and narrative to its antique appeal. The clock itself remains operational, though it tends to lose time—a charming testament to its age. This clock is an ideal addition for collectors or those seeking a unique, conversation-worthy decor piece that seamlessly blends history and artistry. Key Details: Type: Antique metal clock with...
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20th Century Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Santa Claus Belsnickle Chocolate Mold Antique 1910s, Walter, Berlin
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous chocolate mold. Made of metal, marked Walter, Berlin and #1714. Beautiful and ready to use or display, with nice patina. The 1890s to 1920s were the golden age of Chocolat...
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1910s German Folk Art Vintage Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Antique Decorative Butcher's Steelyard, English, Iron, Weighing Instrument, 1800
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Early 19th Century Butchers Steelyard for Weighing Scale A good original industrial piece, the balance has blacksmith made sliding hook for adjustment of balance weight The Steel...
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Early 19th Century Industrial Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Islamic Persian iron helmet with chainmail. Engraved with Elephants
Located in Rochester, NY
Islamic Persian iron helmet with chainmail. Engraved with elephants and an Arab warrior. Early 20th century. Lucite display stand is included.
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Early 20th Century Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Gymnastic Leather Pommel Horse Bench Top, 1930s
Located in Wien, AT
Pommel horse from former Czechoslovakia from the 1930s with beautiful patina, shortened to bench height 54cm and very good vintage condition. Completely restored. The iron feet are preserved. The thick leather has been cleaned and preserved. All of our premium vintage gym equipment...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Victorian Aneriod Wall Barometer
Located in Norwich, GB
Victorian Aneriod Barometer with gilded and chased outer casing mounted on a mahogany board. Beautifully engraved silvered dial with seven weather indications, the scale reading f...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Scientific tool for demonstrating the refraction of light, Italy 1920.
Located in Milan, IT
Scientific tool for demonstrating and assessing the refraction of light. Constructed in boxed metal with a square section, it consists of a horizontal tube that bends a few grids in ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Supermarine Spitfire Airplane Decorative Scale Model, Big Size, Highly Detailed
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Plane Model in Aluminium , Decorate your living room, bedroom or mancave in style with this huge model of the Supermarine Spitfire - the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Walking stick, Duilio Cambellotti and Petocchi swallows cane, Rome, Italy 1910.
By Duilio Cambellotti
Located in Milan, IT
Art Nouveau walking stick: T shaped handle starts with a plane collar over which we see the Petochi maker’s mark (silversmith), the 800 hallmark (800/1000 silver) and the CD initials...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver, Brass, Iron

1850-1950 Folk Art Rustic Wood Guitar Harp Decorative Wall Hanging or Sculpture
Located in Topeka, KS
Fantastic 20th Century Folk Art Rustic wood Guitar Harp or Harp Guitar decorative wall hanging or sculpture. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Folk Art Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wire

Antique Deer Horn Carving Set, Sheffield ca. 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Deer Horn Carving Set, Sheffield ca. 1900s A rustic carving set consisting of fork and knife. The handles are made of genuine deer horn and feature a silver knob on their en...
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Early 20th Century German Black Forest Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Antique Industrial Era Iron Book Press With Oak Stand
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A working iron book press mounted on an oak cabinet. The cabinet has one working drawer and a stationary tamboured door with a faux drawer panel. The cabinet with raised panel sides,...
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19th Century Industrial Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

David Marshall hexagonal ashtray in cast brass and aluminum from the 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful hexagonal ashtray in solid brass and aluminum. This lovely piece was designed by David Marshall in Spain during the 1970s. The simple straight lines and contrast between the different materials make this David Marshall ashtray...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Swedish 20th-Century Mother-of-Pearl and Brass Theater Binoculars with Leather
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant pair of early 20th-century Swedish theater binoculars showcases a stunning combination of mother-of-pearl, brass, and fine optics, housed in a fitted black leather case ...
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20th Century Swedish Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Large Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Chandelier for Dining Room / Restaurant Etc
Located in Lisse, NL
Great quality workmanship, forged in fire Gothic Art candle chandelier or pendant light. This beautiful quality and all hand forged chandelier comes with clearly visible, Gothic qua...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wrought Iron

Elizabeth Taylor's Personal Gold Charm Bracelets 1960s
Located in LU
Presenting a set of 16 exquisite gold bracelets, once cherished by the legendary Elizabeth Taylor. Crafted in 18-karat gold, each bracelet is adorned with unique coin charms, collect...
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1960s American Vintage Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Gold

Vintage Sensa Pen, 2000s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sensa Pen. Includes its original box. Excellent condition.
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Early 2000s Italian Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Ettore Sottsass Twenty-Seven Woods for a Chinese Artificial Flower Vase G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Twenty-seven woods for a Chinese Artificial flower vase G by Ettore Sottsass, edited by Design Gallery Milano, 1995. Limited edition of 12 signed and numered pieces, number 3 / 1...
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1990s European Modern Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Display Model of a Russian Harbor Patrol Ship
Located in Woodbury, CT
Model of an Imperial Russian harbor patrol ship, Commander Bering (1905) modeled by G. Cheikhet. Carved and painted hull with brass strap-work, planked decks outfitted with detailed ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Antique English Brass reception bell 19th Century
Located in Chonburi, TH
Antique English Bronze reception bell with original patina. The bell still works great!
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Enameled Light Blue Tool or Tackle Box with Handle and Stacking Trays
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage light blue metal tool box with handle and stacking trays. Label reads 'VEB Starkstromamlagenhau Cottbus', presumably a construction plant in Germany. In original condition wi...
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Tin toys big car, small motorcycle 20th century
Located in Palermo, IT
Pair of decorative and collectors' toys. Metal and tin processing handmade 1970. Vintage unique decorations. For true amateurs. Car dimensions: Height : 17 Width : 20 cm Dep...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Early 20th Century English Gold And Sterling Silver Vesta Case/Keepsake
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Early 20th Century English Gold and Sterling Silver Vesta Case/ Keepsake Pendant. It depicts a rectangular hinged small box engraved with long scrolls of acanthus leaves a...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

French Antique Silver-Gilt and Onyx Cane
Located in London, GB
French antique silver-gilt and onyx cane French, c. 1900 Height 88cm, diameter 2.5cm Superbly crafted in late 19th century France, this exquisite cane exemplifies superior craftsm...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Onyx, Vermeil

Triple Tiered Silver Smokers Compendium by Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company
Located in Northampton, GB
Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company From our Silver collection, we are delighted to introduce to the market this Solid Silver Triple Tiered Smokers Compendium. The Silver Smokers Co...
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

French Nécessaire de Voyage
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional and rare French nécessaire de voyage is almost certainly the work of the highly respected Parisian manufacturer Pierre-Dominique ...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Antique Microscope in Original Box, circa 1900
Located in Greven, DE
Antique travel microscope in unrestored found condition. The brass should be polished and the glasses cleaned. All parts appear to be complete, no guarantee, see photos.
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Early 20th Century French Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Traditional Vintage Catalan Soda Syphon, circa 1990
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage metal and glass traditional Catalan soda syphon. By unknown manufacturer, made in circa 1990. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preser...
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1990s French Rustic Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Mother of Pearl Ashtray or Jewelry Catchall with Dolphin Design
Located in New York, NY
A white mother of pearl ashtray with dolphin sculpture, circa early-20th century. Piece is polished mother-of-pearl with a dolphin sculpture/statue and t...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Spitfire Wooden & Aluminum Airplane Desk Model, Asprey, ca 1940's
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco / Cubist Spitfire wooden & aluminum airplane desk model. Asprey London- ca 1940´s. RAF Supermarine spitfire aluminum airplane desk model, mounted over a display stand. Airpl...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Brass Letter Holder Paper Clip
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Antique brass letter or envelope holder. In the shape of a delicate hand, this petite clip with an end ring will not only look handsome on a desk, but is quite capable of holding pap...
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Late 19th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

1950s Weiss Brooch Gold Starburst Diamanté Pavé
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Signed Weiss Brooch Starburst Pin stunning Gold Tone with brilliant Stones Diamanté Pavé four tier setting approximately 2 inches diameter Preowned vintage condition unrestored Estat...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Stone, Metal

Rebuilt Steinway Model B Grand Piano Arabesque Music Desk Fluted Barrel Legs
Located in Leeds, GB
Rebuilt, 1886, Steinway Model B grand piano with a black case. The music desk is in an openwork arabesque design featuring a central lyre motif surrounded by stylised tendrils and foliage. The serpentine piano cheek features a dual linear case moulding. The piano lyre has two fluted spindle upright supports with two brass pedals and a brass footplate. The fluted, barrel piano legs have sunken brass casters. The leg pediment is carved with a stylised flower and curlicues. Piano has an eighty-five note keyboard. Enjoy the vintage styling of an antique Steinway...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Victorian Vintage Necklace
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful vintage necklace made of bronze and beads ( unknown texture of beads).
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1960s North American Vintage Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Victorian Vintage Necklace
Victorian Vintage Necklace
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Mutual Insurance Fire Marker
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Mutual Insurance Co. fire marker without the 1784. Used primarily for advertising purposes, fire marks were used from 1752 to circa 1900. Going back to th...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Ed Wiener Modernist Sterling Silver Cuff / Bracelet New York 1950's .925
Located in Buffalo, NY
A cuff bracelet designed by Ed Wiener (1918-1991). This rare sculptural modernist piece is one of Wiener's first creations as a jeweler-artist in New York city, circa 1950's. It w...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Franklin MInt Miniature Clocks Collection, 1980s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful collection of 12 miniature clocks in Mahogany cabinet, produced by Franklin Mint in 1980. In very good condition considering its age of 37 years old, some minor traces of ...
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1980s North American Victorian Vintage Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Gold Mounted & Mother of Pearl Etui Set, c.1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century French gold mounted on mother of pearl, extensive traveling etui set, of elongated octagonal form, the gold mounted with polished mother of pearl panels and the lid applied with cast and enamelled floral decoration, the lid opens with a push-button. Inside enclosing the original gold and steel implements:, scissors, pen knife...
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19th Century French Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Gold

Antique Helixophile's Novelty Walking Stick Corkscrew Cane 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique English brass helixophile's novelty system gadget walking stick, circa 1880 in date. The striking walking stick features an L-shaped stag antler handle ...
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1880s English Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Bronze Ashtray Catchall, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Brazilian mid-century modern solid bronze ashtray or catchall circa 1960s.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Reichert Austria Microscope 241 653 in Wooden Box with Accessories
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Reichert Austria Microscope Number 241 653 in Wooden Box with Accessories as Pictured. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: Box: 14.5" H x 9" W x 10.5" D.
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Miniature Corner Shelf Erhard & Söhne Antique German Dollhouse Toy 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature antique German corner shelf is a must-have for Dollhouse and Doll collectors and enthusiasts alike. With its beau...
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Early 1900s German Folk Art Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Rare Handcrafted Oak and Iron Gothic Revival Church Pendant Light / Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Large size and excellent quality, solid oak Gothic Revival light fixture. If you have visited Gothic churches then you may have immediately recognized some of the wonderful desig...
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Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wrought Iron

Boletus Reticulatus teaching model known as Boletus Aestivalis 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Educational model of the summer porcine, Boletus Reticulatus, also known as Boletus Aestivalis. It´s all about one of the most well-known and sought-after mushrooms. Often called s...
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Mid-20th Century Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Other

18th Century French Fire-Gilded Bronze Electried Church Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A very fine, large fire-gilded bronze church chandelier in Louis XVI style, France, late 18th century. This wonderful piece is finely elaborate in precise detail decorated with elega...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

A Wonderful Ormolu Ritual Dagger
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A mid 19th century French ritual dagger with a superb figure of skeletal father death, the blade engraved and the scabbard also mounted in ormolu and made to look as if it's much old...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ormolu

Late 19th century Wooden and Brass Polarimeter Antique Physic Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
Wooden and brass polarimeter with cast iron tripod base from the late 1800s. It is an instrument used to determine the concentration of sucrose and glucose in raw materials and sugar...
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1890s British Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Large 1940s Magnesium Bodied Indianapolis style Tether Race Car
Located in Ferndale, MI
Large 1940s magnesium bodied tether race car. Speed chief.
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum, Other

Gothic Style Huge Triptych Shadow Box/Display Of Orthodox Church Silver Icons
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Gothic style huge triptych shadow box/display of an Orthodox Church silver icons. The triptych is a large ogee shaped arc closed display made of heavy wood and glass. When you open the doors, it features some icons painted on wood and covered by an embossed and chased silver oklads with some gilt areas. They are framed by some red velvet. In the center, there are two icons who represent St.Paul and St.Peter; above them is the Almighty God...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Gothic Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

17th Century Lantern Alarm Clock by Johannes Quelch, Oxford
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
An English 17th century lantern clock made of brass and iron, circa 1665-1670. The clock consists of going and striking trains, as well as a...
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17th Century British Baroque Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Antique Pair of Brass & Bronze Gothic Wall Picture Frames with Saint Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
For the collectors of rare and ready to use Gothic antiques. These beautiful and all handcrafted Gothic Revival picture frames with Biblical texts in Latin are an absolute joy to ow...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Ed Wiener Modernist Sterling Silver Cuff / Bracelet New York 1950's .925
Located in Buffalo, NY
A cuff bracelet designed by Ed Wiener (1918-1991). This rare sculptural modernist piece is one of Wiener's first creations as a jeweler-artist in New York city, circa 1950's. This b...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Civil War Era Brass Bodied Bloodletting Fleam
Located in Garnerville, NY
American Civil War Era brass bodied bloodletting fleam, phlebetome or scarificator. The fleam, which has many other spellings such as phleam, flew or fleame, is a very distinct surgi...
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1860s American High Victorian Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Steel

Embossed copper plate set in gilt wood frame, early 19th century circa 1820
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Early 19th century fine copper work picturing Jesus Christ talking to children, illustrating famous "let the little children come to me" biblical recommandation. Restauration product...
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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Copper

Compass by hand magnetic sensing, signed Henry Browne & Son early 1900s
Located in Milan, IT
Compass by hand magnetic sensing, signed Henry Browne & Son Ltd Sestrel Made in England, No. 6162/B Barking & London early 1900s Height 25 cm - inches 9.8, compass diameter 10.5 ...
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Early 1900s Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Heavy Bronze Bell, Tower Bell This is a very heavy piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Heavy Bronze Bell, Tower Bell This is a very heavy piece the clapper is a replacement The bell is Sound no cracks and a great long echoing ring The bell is 12.5” in diameter and 1...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Metal Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

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