Torch or Fire Lighter
This is a Torch or Fire Lighter from what I can tell. In a pressed hammered look design and stamped Howes at the bottom of the handle which can be used to carry it or with the hole designed in the handle can be hung! The tankard piece is stamped on the bottom Mayflower and a ship logo and also the words trade mark. The lighter portion of the set has a base made of a pumic like stone with the brass rod embedded into it and coming out for a handle.
Clear Glass Water Pitcher
This is a Clear Glass Water Pitcher with an ice lip. This beautiful pitcher stands 9" tall and 6 1/2" wide. I would say it holds just 2 quarts.
Lot of 10 Individually Wrapped Beatles Trade Cards, random selection
This is a lot of 10 Individually Wrapped Beatles Trade Cards, randomly selected. Some colored and some black and white pictures.
Squat Two Tone Crock
This is an old and very heavy Squat Two Tone Crock. A great size to sit your potted plant in, to hold small cook booklets or any other multitude of uses. It measures 7 1/2" across and is 5" tall. A couple of old dings around the bottom just add character to this old piece!
Tavern Novelty Candles - Pair
Nice never burned Tavern Novelty Candles. This Angel and Choirboy candle pair measure 3" tall and 1 1/2" wide each. Sold as found in very good condition, see picture.
Pair of Autopoint USA Lead Pencils
This is a nice pair of Autopoint USA Lead Pencils. Still have lead! One of the pencils is embossed US Government. Circa 50's-60's these measure 6" long.
Vintage 40's Syrup Pitcher
This is a Vintage 40's Syrup Pitcher in good condition. The top is made of the hard red plastic that was popular in that era. Metal spout pourer works well and the glass bottom is embossed with Federal Housewares, Nibot Corporation, Chicago Illinois. Hairline cracks where it may have been put on too tightly. Very nice otherwise and stands 5 1/4" tall and 4 1/4" long and about 3 1/2" across.
Vintage Yellow Mixing Bowl
This is a Vintage Yellow Mixing Bowl marked made in Japan. That would make it pre world war 2. The deco style of the shape of the bowl and the crazing in the glaze on the bottom and the wear of the piece are all normal signs of the age of the piece. This bright bowl measures 9" across and 5 1/2" deep!
H J Heinz Company Recipe Box
This is an H J Heinz Company Recipe Box with great pictures of yesteryear! Trademarked and licensed by H J Heinz Company this box measures 5 1/8" by 3" deep and 3 3/4" tall. Has a couple of scratches on the bottom but in overall great shape!
Mini Glass Hen on Basket
This is a Mini Glass Hen on Basket. This vintage piece is milk glass with a pink glaze and measures about 2" tall and 2 1/2" long. Some of the red cold painted comb and eye on one side is worn but is in overall very nice condition!
The Scarlet Letter
The Scarlet Letter written by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Though I cannot find a copyright date in this edition it was published by Grosset & Dunlap, New York. Book is in good condition with normal wear. A classic story!
Flakewhite Can
This is a rare 2 lb. Flakewhite Can. Flakewhite is a pure vegetable product and this can has the original lid and a wire bale handle! Sold as found it is in scuffed up condition but has very little rust!
Xmas Ornaments - 3 Sparkly Houses
This set of 3 Sparkly Houses Xmas Ornaments look just like the larger versions from the 50's! They also would look darling sitting on a shelf as part of your holiday decor! Each ornament measures approx. 1 3/4" tall and 2 1/4" wide and 1 1/2" deep.
Victorian Knife Rests - Pair
This pair of Victorian Knife Rests are marked IFNS Made in England. The set is in very good condition and measure 2 3/4" long by 1 1/4" tall.
Folk Art Checkerboard
This is a painted wood Folk Art Checkerboard. Makes a nice wall hanging or could be used as it's intent as a checker or chess board. Measures 20" tall and 11" wide and 3/4" deep. This is a new item.