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Period: 20th Century
Vintage Ballpoint Pen by Alitalia , 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Ballpoint Pen by Alitalia, realized in 1980s. Good condition except for some loss of colors.
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Italian Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Antique German Military Cut Crystal Continental Silver Presentation Claret Jug
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique German cut crystal and .800 silver lidded pitcher was made by a Julius Merz in circa 1900 in the period Edwardian style. The collar and...
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German Edwardian 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Crystal, Silver

Berger s Germania-Cacao Storage Tin 1900-1930
Located in Oirlo, LI
Discover the charm of times gone by with this authentic Berger's Germania-Cacao storage tin. A unique piece of history, dating from the period 1900-1930, that is not only a beautifu...
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German Art Nouveau Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Tin

Ferraro: My Story, Signed by Geraldine Ferraro, First Edition, 1985
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Ferraro, Geraldine, with Linda Bird Franke. Ferrero: My Story. New York: Bantam Books, 1985. Signed by Ferrero on free front endpaper. Octavo. In publisher’s original cream cloth spine over cream boards and original pictorial dust jacket. Presented is a signed, first edition of Geraldine Ferraro’s memoir, Ferrero: My Life. The book was published by Bantam Books in New York, in November of 1985. It is signed “Geraldine Ferrero” on the free front end page, in black felt-tipped ink. The book also has a lovely gift inscription to the previous owner, explaining the circumstances and date of the signing, as well as a color photograph of Ferraro signing books. The book is presented in its publisher’s original cream cloth spine over cream boards, with copper embossed titles to the spine, and original pictorial first edition dust jacket. The book is protected with a new, archival slipcase. In this memoir, Geraldine Ferraro reflects on her experience as the first woman nominated by a major party to run on the presidential ticket. This book reveals the process that led to her nomination as the 1984 Democratic Vice-Presidential candidate with Walter Mondale and gives a revealing behind-the-scenes look at campaign politics, especially the criticism directed at her and her family throughout her campaign. Ferraro shines a light on the dynamics of women in Congress and discusses how their different life experiences affect the policy making process. She also gives thanks and credit to the pioneering women, like Bella Abzug...
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American Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

1900s French Shoe Anvil
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French shoe anvil is a remarkable example of early cobbler’s craftsmanship, blending utilitarian design with sculptural appeal. The base, carved from solid wood and worn s...
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French 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Northern European Midcentury Orange Metal and Brown Tan Suede Gym Horse, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Northern European Mid-Century Modern orange metal and brown tan suede gym horse, 1960s. Gym horse from northern Europe, with four round section orange metal legs, two of which origi...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

"In Through The Back Door" by William S. Phillips, WWII Themed Lithograph, 1981
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented, is an exciting 1981 color lithograph by William “Billy” Phillips. Titled Through the Back Door, the lithograph depicts an American P-47 Thunderbolt pursuing a Luftwaffe bomber on the famous D-Day of WWII. Also referred to as a “Jug,” the P-47 was the largest and heaviest fighter aircraft powered by only one reciprocating engine. It was armed with four machine guns on each wing making it lethal for ground attacks. The busy scene focuses on the diving P-47 with “Miss Behave” painted on the side, but is full of action throughout the work. Providing a sense of movement, the background is blurred with multiple airplanes both in flight and on the ground. Fire and smoke billow from the field putting the viewer in the middle of the dramatic scene. The artist, William “Billy” Phillips is a renowned aviation and landscape artist. He is well-recognized and has received many awards for his artwork. Early in his career, Phillips was commissioned by the Royal Jordinian Air Force as an artist and later served as the U.S. Combat Artist. The U.S. awarded Phillips the Navy’s Meritorious Public Service Award and the Air Force Sergeants Association’s Americanism Medal. The celebrated artist additionally won the Art History Award twice and is one of the few individuals to be exhibited in a solo show at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum. William Phillip...
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American Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Texas Centennial Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Texas Centennial (1936) iron boot scraper featuring longhorn, cactus and Texas Lone Star. Ex. San Antonio Texas Property. In good condition for display or continued use in a rustic o...
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American 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern British Ilford Selo Photography Film Store Display
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This store display was made for the English film manufacturer, Ilford to advertise their Selo film line during the 1960s in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The frame of the disp...
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English Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

"Dr. John Bodkin Adams "Blanket, the U.K. s Notorious Serial Killer
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Blanket Owned by the U.K.'s Notorious "Dr. John Bodkin Adams." Free shipping within the United States and Canada. Look him up under "creep factor def con four” certainly not in the spirit of good taste but more in the spirit of a commitment to bring to the table the unique by definition items that for whatever reason ignite the senses, we present to you. A blanket that once called the seat of Dr. John Bodkin Adams’s Rolls Royce home. Who is Dr. John? None other than Britain’s second most notorious serial killer...
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20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Antique 20thC Framed Enamelled Metal London Street Sign For Strand, WC2 c.1917
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century framed enamelled London street sign, created for Strand, WC2 (Central London, Westminster). This sign showcases the icon...
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British Other 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Enamel

"Ordeal of Woodrow Wilson" Signed by Herbert Hoover, Sixth Printing, 1958
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Hoover, Herbert. The Ordeal of Woodrow Wilson. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1958. Signed and inscribed by Herbert Hoover. Sixth printing. Original dust jacket...
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American Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

One Medal EXPOSITION DE BRUXELLES, 1921
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
One Medal EXPOSITION DE BRUXELLES, 1921 Provenance: Private Melbourne Collection. Dimension: Height: 0.2 cm Diameter: 7 cm.
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Belgian 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

An Antique American Hand-Carved Wood and Silver Seal
Located in New York, NY
A rare and beautifully crafted example of early American Judaica, this hand-carved wood and silver seal is notable for its exceptional artistry and symbolic detail. The prominent han...
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American 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

Early 20th Century Indian Colonial Silver Engraved Presentation Padlock 1912
Located in London, GB
Antique Early 20th Century engraved Indian colonial unmarked silver and steel presentation padlock 1912. Engraved “Kasiram . Das, Institution Katwa 1912 FCR” the reverse “A. N. Mober...
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Indian 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

George Harrison "The Concert For Bangladesh" Post Concert Program August 1, 1971
Located in Incline Village, NV
Offered here is the paper bound program for the August 1st, 1971 iconic charity concert, put on by famous Beatle band member, George Harrison,and produced by world renowned music producer, Phil Spector; to raise money for the impoverished people of Bangladesh impacted by flood devastation created by a typhoon at the time. It was the first fund raising concert of its kind, to be followed in later years by Willie Nelson and Neil Young's Farm Aid concerts. George Harrison was joined by other famous rock n' roll celebrities such as Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Leon Russell...
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American Modern Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

1940 s Swiss Army Shovel with Sheath
Located in Nantucket, MA
A military grade forged metal shovel with a protective leather cover used by the Swiss Army mountaineers during World War II.
Category

Swiss Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

English Gold Plated Gentlemen Walking Stick
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Gold Plated Gentlemen Walking Stick Circa 1890, R.F. Simmons & Co. Marked R.F.S. & Co. The knob handhold chased with foliage and panels, monogramed, AVSW (?), on an ebony sh...
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20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

Swiss Nema Cipher Machine
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Swiss-engineered cipher machine is a fascinating piece of 20th-century military and engineering history, and this particular example is one of the ...
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Swiss Other 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

King Edward VIII Abdication Cup
Located in New Orleans, LA
This limited edition glass cup memorializes the accession and imminent abdication of King Edward VIII. Titled the Prince of Wales on his 16th birthday, Edward was crowned King of England in January 1936, but famously and scandalously abdicated his throne after less than a year in order to marry the American divorcee and socialite Wallis Simpson...
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English Other 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Glass

Northwest Coast Wooden Doll with Thunderbird, Eagle Mask
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Seated figure with Thunderbird mask; carved yellow cedar, Thunderbird mask (eagle) depicted as head on a seated human body. Arms are dramatically open and outstretched. Large, richly detailed Thunderbird Mask, permanently attached with oblong eyes painted red, black and white. Edge decorated with dyed (red) spruce root as simulated mask harness over shoulders and across the chest. Dance apron; Seated figure wearing an apron of shredded cedar bark. Held on to figure at the waist with woven cedar string and abalone shell on button at back. Approximately 7" wide/long by 4" high. Bench; carved from cedar. Decorated on the back with bear face, outlined with inlaid red dyed spruce root. Ears, eyebrows and nose of inlaid abalone shell. Eyes of inlaid fossilized ivory...
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American Native American Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Cedar

Vintage Hand Drum Wooden Base
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Rawhide as the Stretched Fabric on Top of Drum. Five Direction Handles. Intricate Knotting at the Bottom to Secure the Top Fabric.Possibly Native American Origin. Vintage Co...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Le Poulain Original Decorative Motorcycle
Located in Zedelgem, BE
Decorative motorbike of the 50's - 60's, it does run but needs a bit of tender loving care, a truly fun item.
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French Other 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Dressmaker’s Hem Height Skirt Marker Beech Skirt Marker
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Dressmaker’s Hem Height Skirt Marker Beech Skirt Marker for measuring the height of a skirt from the floor up . This would have been used in a shop to make alterations to the length...
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Industrial Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Beech

Italian mid-century modern Metal floor standing hairdressing helmet, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Metal floor standing hairdressing helmet, 1950s Metal floor standing hairdressing helmet. The dome-shaped helmet features inserts in yellow painted metal, ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

20th Century American Solid Silver Gimbal Novelty Golf Lighter, circa 1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th century American very unusual, novelty solid silver gimbal golf themed lighter, of unusual design, the ball gimbol shaped as a golf ball, mounted with a tusk and a...
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American 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

20th Century Central European Metal and Wooden Scooter
Located in High Point, NC
Step back in time with this authentic 20th Century Central European Metal and Wooden Scooter, a whimsical piece that captures the playful spirit of yesteryears. Its sturdy construction features a combination of robust metal and solid wood, telling the tale of a bygone era where durability met simplicity in design. The scooter boasts original painted wheels with charming patina, and a spring mechanism that speaks to the ingenuity of early 20th-century leisure inventions. Perfect as a unique decorative item in a vintage-themed space or as a conversation piece in an eclectic collection, this scooter is a nostalgic nod to the simple joys of childhood. It stands not just as a relic of the past but as an ode to the timeless appeal of classic toys.
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European 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

VINTAGE DISPLAY CASE FULL OF SHOOTiNG SNIPER MEDALS AND AWARDS MUST SEE PIECE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very decorative display case housing multiple awards and medals for long distance sniper shooting...
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Other 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Glass, Wood

A Charity Container For Jewish Institute for the Blind by Alfred Saltzman, 1930
Located in New York, NY
A charity container for the Jewish Institute for the Blind by Alfred Saltzman from Jerusalem in 1930 reflects the efforts to support education and welfare for visually impaired indiv...
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Israeli Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Tin

1930s Sweet Orr Pants Shirts Overalls N.O.S. Porcelain General Store Sign.
Located in Lancaster, PA
A rare original 1930s Sweet-Orr porcelain sign features the iconic three-man tug-of-war graphic, with bold "UNION MADE" text. Designed for general store & mercantile display, this un...
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American Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Bronze Plaque w Eagle Logo The Fraternal Order of Eagles
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century rectangular cast bronze wall plaque from Steubenville of "The Fraternal Order of Eagles". Please note, this item is located in our Scranton, PA location.
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American 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Bronze

1918 Order Of Polonia Restituta; Commander s Cross
Located in Madrid, ES
1918 Order Of Polonia Restituta; Commander's Cross 1918 Order of Polonia Restituta; Commander's Cross - silver vermeil and enamels, 58x58mm, ornate ring suspension, original short pe...
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20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Sterling Silver

Midcentury Original Portrait Drawing Signed Chady Dated 1967
By Chady
Located in Miami, FL
Very handsome original portrait drawing signed Chady, dated 1967. This interesting piece of art resembles Vincent van Gogh's self portrait. Measur...
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French Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Washing Machine, Metal, Etc. Skrat, Model P-7, Leonard Ryznar, circa 1945
Located in Madrid, ES
Washing machine in metal with electric motor which would drive a circular container (which moves the clothes, a "drum"), with a water intake in the lower part to the right and with s...
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European Other 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Other

Italian mid-century modern Sunglasses in green glass and metal, mid 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Sunglasses in green glass and metal, mid 1900s Vintage and fantastic sunglasses with green colored glass lenses and metal profile. The thin metal rods have...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Pair of Framed Rolling Stones US Tour Posters
Located in Dekalb, IL
Two vintage original The Rolling Stones tour date posters. These pieces come from two very different times; for both the Rolling Stones and the country. On the left is a 1964 tour p...
Category

American 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Early 20th Century Israeli Iron and Enamel Street Sign
Located in New York, NY
Three languages iron and enamel street sign, circa 1920. The sign was made for 58 street in the city of Haifa. The three languages indicate the sig...
Category

Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron, Enamel

Claes Oldenburg "Gayety" Happening Rare Original Poster
Located in Sharon, CT
One of the original ephemeral Pop Art events of the 1960s, Claes Oldenburg's "Gayety" happening, is documented with this rare poster advertisement, and including a mimeo list of deta...
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American Modern Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

Italian mid-century modern red plastic white writing cinema theatre signs, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern red plastic white writing cinema theatre signs, 1960s Set of four rectangular cinema or theater signs. The front structure is made of red plastic with engr...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Italian mid-century modern pastel green metal sign with white lettering, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern pastel green metal sign with white lettering, 1960s Elongated rectangular sign in sheet metal. The structure is painted light pea green and has the writing...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Rare Suite of Antique Royal Horse Artillery 1 Cannon, 1873-1901 Coat Buttons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice suite of antique military officer Royal Horse Artillery (1 Cannon - 1873-1901) 18mm ball button with Queen Victoria's Crown brass Mi...
Category

British High Victorian Antique 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

Goodyear Panoramic Factory Print with Gouache by Woodbury Co, Worcester MA
Located in Milford, NH
A finely detailed panoramic ink print with gouache of the Goodyear factory in the early 20th century done by Woodbury & Co, of Worcester, Massachusetts. This company was known for th...
Category

American 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

An Early 20th Century Sign for Rav Naftali Horowitz , Boro Park, New York
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century sign for Rav Naftali Horowitz in Boro Park, New York for the diverse Jewish population who emigrated to New York in that period. Painted in green, black, and o...
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American 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Hardwood

Antique English Spring Balance Scale Made by Salter 100 Years Old, Custom Stand
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English spring balance scale made by "Salter Co." on custom made stand, 100 years old. (Shown at center in group photo) ...
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English 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1980s Kenny Scharf t-shirt (Kenny Scharf 1987)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 1987 Kenny Scharf illustrated t-shirt: An iconic, original 1980s Kenny Scharf t-shirt designed by the artist to promote "Carnaval New York" at the Empire Loisada Samba School...
Category

Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

20th Century French Wooden Sharpener
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th Century French Wooden Sharpener showcase the elegance and practicality of vintage office tools. Crafted from polished, richly toned wood...
Category

French 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

Pair Plateau Parfleche Packets
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Matched pair of Plateau parfleche packets with diamonds and stylized flowers and brain tanned ties. Difficult to find a pair. Very nice, rare design. The term parfleche was first co...
Category

American Native American Antique 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Other

Two Rare French Grand Railway Lamps B.B.T Makers Stamp 59265 from Paris Station
Located in Sofia, BG
Two rare French grand railway lamps with B.B.T makers stamp 59265 on each of them from Paris station. Made and used since 1920 one of them still with orig...
Category

French 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Bronze

Sterling Silver Citrine Bog Oak Dirk By-Knife Fork Set, Highland Line
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1978 by Tony Michael Holland, trading as Highland Line, this wonderful, Sterling Silver Dirk & By-Knife & Fork Set, features a ful...
Category

Scottish Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Brown Genuine Cord Ladies Handbag, 1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this super stylish "Arvey" Genuine Corde bag in chocolate brown with original change purse. Three gold tone bars across the front f...
Category

American Art Deco 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

Vintage Large Scale "Kodak Film" Advertisement, circa 1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage large scale "Kodak Film" advertisement, circa 1950 A young couple below a sky of clouds - A great vintage photo by Kodak Dimensions: 29.25" wi...
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American 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Paper

20th Century Belgian Brass Goblet
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th Century Belgian brass goblet, perched on a stately wooden pedestal, is a testament to classic craftsmanship. Its gently aged patina speaks of i...
Category

Belgian 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

Mid-20th Century Israeli Brass Hanukkah Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Cast brass made in Israel, circa 1950. Decorated with Hanukkah song "Maoz Tzur Yeshuati" with gilded cast. Depiction of musical notes with children beside to commemorate the festival...
Category

Israeli 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

1950s Belgian Transportation Sign
Located in High Point, NC
A vintage Belgian wooden sign made circa 1950. This retired transportation sign used to hang over a Brussels tram stop, printed neatly in French an...
Category

Belgian Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

1950s Belgian Transportation Sign
1950s Belgian Transportation Sign
$906 Sale Price
35% Off
A Large Galvanised Housemaid’s Bucket A Traditional piece and a very versatile
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Large Galvanised Housemaid’s Bucket A Traditional piece and a very versatile and strong piece, the housemaid would have carried this one by the swing handle and used the end handl...
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Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Steel

Elizabeth II Commemorative Coronation and Accession Goblet
Located in New Orleans, LA
This impressive engraved goblet was created to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne of England and coronation. Crafted by Thomas Goode & Co. around the coronation on June 2nd 1953, this vessel would have been a treasured souvenir of the joyous occasions. The historic events are marked by an engraving around the rim of the glass, which reads: "The Coronation of Queen...
Category

English 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

1900s French Marble Decoration On Metal Stand
Located in High Point, NC
Discover the understated elegance of this 1900s French Marble Decoration On Metal Stand, graced with the word "Tailleur". This exquisitely simple yet sophisticated piece hails from a...
Category

French 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Marble, Metal

Vintage Israeli Street Sign - "Rehov Yirméya" (Jeremiah Street), 1948
Located in New York, NY
his is an original enamel-on-iron street sign from Israel, dating to 1948. The sign bears the name "Rehov Yirméya" in both Hebrew (רחוב ירמיה) and its transliteration into Latin scri...
Category

Israeli 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Enamel, Iron

1900s Belgian Wooden Carriage
Located in High Point, NC
This antique wooden carriage was produced in 1900 in Belgium. A large carriage painted in black, displaying the inscription “Peintures Constant Smal” in dark red lettering. Standing firm on sturdy wheels, the wooden cart conjures the daily routine of labor, the carrying of paint cans to their destination for Constant Smal’s small company. The slightly cracked finish and distressed patina lend a picturesque touch to this gem of rustic engineering. In an ideal state for its age, this ode to craftsmanship adapts as an exceptional decoration or an audacious repurposed furniture...
Category

Belgian Rustic Antique 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

1900s Belgian Wooden Carriage
1900s Belgian Wooden Carriage
$3,766 Sale Price
35% Off
Joe DiMaggio’s Jim Thorpe Lifetime Achievement Award
Located in New Orleans, LA
Very few athletes reach the level of fame and recognition as Yankee center fielder Joe DiMaggio. One of the most recognizable icons of the mid-20th century, the Yankee Clipper is regarded among America's most enduring intergenerational heroes. This award — the Jim Thorpe...
Category

North American Other 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Crystal

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