Rare Finds and Unusual Beauties

Vintage Compacts, Cuff Links, Watches, Belt Buckles, Purses, Perfume Bottles, Tie Bars, Dress Clips and more.

Lovely Oriental mirror with hand painted porcelain. The mirror is set in an ornate silver tone filigree frame. It has a faux jade handle that is a light green celadon color. The painting is of a beautiful Geisha girl lounging in a flower garden, it was hand painted on a porcelain base. This mirror is 2¼ inches in diameter, perfect for a vanity and also small enough to carry in a purse. It is a lovely little accessory and very collectible. It is in excellent condition. See other views A, B, C, D, E.

Size: 5¼ inches long

Intricately carved Angelskin Coral Wiseman's head. This is a vintage Japanese figural piece, most likely depicting Fukurokuju, the God of Wealth, Happiness and Longevity. It is a light pink color, with some splashes of salmon and darker pink. It was hand carved by an expert in the 1970's and depicts a bearded Wiseman. It is carved from one piece of natural coral that has not been dyed and is not bamboo. See View A, B, C, D, E, F.

Size: 30 x 23mm
Weight: 8.3 grams - 41.5 carats

Intricately carved Angel Skin Coral figure of a Japanese Woman or Geisha. This is a vintage Japanese figural piece or Netsuke, depicting a Japanese Woman in traditional dress. It is a light pink color, with some splashes of salmon and darker pink. The coral figurine has two sets of holes, one through the back of the head and one through the back of the bottom of the dress. It could be used for display or it would look lovely as a pendant on a gold chain, with pearls or coral beads. It was hand carved by an expert many years ago and is now quite rare. It was carved from one large piece of natural coral that has not been dyed and is not bamboo. It is in excellent condition with no damages or chips. See View A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H.

Size: 46 x 19mm
Weight: 12.2 grams - 61 carats

Vintage powder compact made by Richard Hudnut of New York. It has an Art Deco Design with navy & green enameled squares in a geometric pattern. It measures 3 ½" long, 2 ¼" down. The mirror is in perfect condition and the powder puff is still inside. The sides of the top & bottom are beveled, so when closed looks very deco. Richard Hudnut definitely stands out as one the most favorite compact manufacturers. Glamorous, sophisticated, high-end compacts with gorgeous details. Hudnut cosmetics and perfumes first appeared in New York City in 1880. He's widely considered the first American to have a major impact in the cosmetics field, entering the market six years before the California Perfume Company, now Avon. Before these two major players appeared on the scene, American women exclusively used fragrances imported from Europe. This Art Deco Ladies Compact is signed Richard Hudnut New York on the back. There are minimal surface scratches as to be expected and a small flaw on the back. See some other views -1, 2 , 3, 4, 5.

Size: 3½ x 2¼ inches

Sterling Silver Souvenir Spoon from Montreal. It has a enamel coat of arms on the top. This older version of the Coat of Arms says Concordia Salus, Latin for "salvation through harmony." The bowl of the spoon is gilt over a city scene marked Montreal. The back of the spoon is marked STERLING. It is in excellent condition. See other views A, B, C, D.

Size: 4 inches long

Silver Souvenir Spoon from British Colombia in Canada. It has their provincial flower, the dogwood on the top with British Colombia. The bowl of the spoon is engraved VICTORIA B.C. The back of the spoon is marked EPNS and Made in Holland. It is in very good condition. Any dark spots you see in the bowl are reflections. See other views A, B, C, D, E.

Size: 4½ inches long

Vintage S.T. DuPont Unisex Laque de Chine Watch with 18KT gold plated case. Oval face marked “S.T DuPont/Paris.” The sides of the case are also marked S.T. DuPont Paris, Laque de Chine and a serial # 731AG52. The original watch strap is a dark brown crocodile and is in very good condition. It is marked Croco Veritable and S.T. DuPont Paris along with the DuPont logo from the early 1980's. The dial is Lacquer on wood MOVEMENT: Swiss Quartz. This watch keeps time,was just cleaned and has a new battery. These are very collectible watches and the oval face is rarer than the tank styles. See other views A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I - Circa 1980's

Size: face - 28x24mm

A beautiful Waterford crystal figurine of a Seahorse. The Seahorse is the symbol of the Waterford company, and is beautifully rendered in this stunning crystal collectable. A lovely piece for any collector or lover of crystal. Made in Ireland and the condition is mint, there are no chips, cracks, stains or damage of any kind. It still has the Waterford sticker on the bottom. See view A, B. C, D.

Size: 2.75 inches

Keep your engagement, wedding and decorative rings safe on this stunning crystal Round Ring Holder, which features a central spike for holding rings, and a round, ridged tray for storing necklaces or earrings. An elegant addition to any desk or vanity. The condition is mint, there are no chips, cracks, stains or damage of any kind. It still has the Waterford sticker on the top. See view A, B.

Size: Length: 5.25 inches - Width: 5.3 inches

Lovely Art Glass floral paperweight that was hand crafted. It has beautiful red, teal and navy ribbons of glass floating inside that form a flower. It is 2½ inches tall and 3 inches wide. It is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks. It has a flat bottom so it can be displayed without a pedestal or stand. There are remnants of a label on the bottom. See other views A, B, C, D, E.

Size: 2½ x 3 inches

Vintage powder compact made by the Japanese Company Nacon. It has a lovely floral design in a silver tone background. The front has a dark patina that is made to look like older silver that is a little tarnished and pitted. There is a paper label on the back. See the back. It has a mirror in the lid that is in excellent condition. It still has the original powder puff and some powder is remaining. See the inside and some other views - 1, 2 The compact is in very good condition and the lid closes tightly. Circa 1970's

Size: 3 inches

This is a lovely vintage personal, purse ash tray. Every fashionable woman who smoked needed one of these. The square case is gold tone in a weave design with a small handle. It looks like it was rarely used. The case would also be perfect to hold pills, buttons, coins or any small object. It works perfectly and is in excellent condition. See the inside.

Size: 1½" x 1½"inches

Here is a lovely set of four hand painted porcelain buttons or studs. These beautiful oval buttons have pale blue and white flowers painted on them and are framed with a gilt border. Each hand painted button shows slight artist variations. One of the buttons has a hairline crack, but it is still very stable. Overall they have survived in very good condition with minimal paint loss. Sold as a set of 4. See a close up, See another view, See the back. Circa 1880.

Size: Approx. 1 ¼ " x 1"

Vintage powder compact made by Zell Fifth Avenue. It is has a fabulous and colorful confetti design on the top. The back is gold with a fluted pattern. See the back. It is in perfect shape and still the powder screen. The powder puff has the Zell logo on it, there is a little discoloration to the puff. The mirror is intact and in great shape. See some other views - 1, 2 , 3

Size: 2 x 3 inches

Vintage powder compact made by Flair Fifth Avenue. It is has a lovely Lucite top that is faux mother of pearl on a bright gold case. It has its original screen and powder puff. It is empty and doesn't look like it was ever used. The mirror is intact and in perfect shape. See some other views - 1, 2. See the back.

Size: 2 ½ x 3 inches

World War I Army US Corp of Engineers Brass Compass by Taylor. This compass was designed for the Corps of Engineers in the 1st World War era. It is engraved on the outside "U.S.C.E." (United States Corp. of Engineers). It is marked in the center of the face "Taylor", the compass is made by Taylor of Rochester NY. Designed like a pocket watch case, pressing the stem opens the case and the hinge works well and closes tightly. Raised glass with a copper band surrounding the glass border. The bar needle works fluidly. All of the numbers and increments are clear. Case is in good condition in original untouched patina, there is some age spots on rim. No scratches, chips or cracks to the glass.

See other views A, B, C, D

Size: 1 ¾" in diameter

An absolutely stunning antique English Victorian butterfly wing hair pin or ornament. The Victorians used actual butterfly wings to make this piece and it is rare to find a piece that is still intact after all these years. The colors of the butterfly wings are a deep, and sumptuous blue. There is a red glass center in the flower. The pin is composed of an unknown metal and is in untouched condition.

Size: 1 ½ x 5 ½ inches

This is a beautiful tin labeled Canco, made by the American Can Company. This art deco tin was made in the 1920's and is one of a series the company made of movie stars. This one has a lovely portrait of silent movie star, Betty Compson. The artist was Henry Clive. The tin is in very good condition. There are some light scratches on the top, but the picture looks wonderful. There are no dints,dings, or rust, but some scratches on the sides and bottom and chipping on the inside edge. Please look at all the pictures. It is in much better shape than most of these tins that I have seen. It will be a wonderful addition to you collection. This tin measures 5 inches in diameter and is 2 1/2 inches high. See some other views - 1, 2 , 3 , 4 , 5.

A smaller sized Van Briggle pottery vase in a three paneled style with each side designed with an embossed butterfly motif. The piece has a pretty and rare cobalt blue glaze. This little beauty stands a diminutive 3" high and is the product of Van Briggle Pottery, of Colorado Springs, CO that began in 1901. It represents a piece of Art Pottery history, of Made in the USA products. The Butterfly Vase serves many uses, beyond just looking pretty. Cotton swabs, hair pins, jewelry, as well as a small arrangement of flowers, of course, would all do well in this vase. Makes for quite the special or unique gift for anyone who loves blue, they will simply adore it! Marked "Van Briggle" with logo, with "Colorado Springs Co", V1 and a name or initials. The vase is in excellent, vintage condition, free from any chips or cracks. See some other views - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

Size: 3 inches

Vintage powder compact made by Lucien Lelong of Paris. It is a fabulous mix of three colors of brushed metals. It has a wonderful Art Deco design of the on the front. The back has the same brushed metal finish. See the back. It has a reflective metal mirror in the lid that is in excellent condition. It still has the original powder puff and some powder is remaining. See the inside and some other views - 1, 2 , 3 The compact is in excellent condition and the lid closes tightly. It is really a great find.

Size: 4 x 2 ¾ inches

Fabulous and rare money bank figurine designed by Danish born, Bjorn Wiinblad. The bank is an abstract rocking horse from Rosenthal's Studio Line. Wiinblad is a high profile artist, designer and ceramist that is regarded as one of the most imaginative and versatile of our time. He started designing for Rosenthal in the late 1960's. His figurines are extremely collectible. This piece is signed Handgemacht, which means hand made. It is in perfect condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The lock mechanism works well and a key is included.
Width: 14,3 cm / 5.6 inches Height: 17 cm / 6.7 inches
Signed with: Bjorn Wiinblad Rosenthal, Studio-linie, Germany See other views A, B, C, D

Size: 41mm diameter x 17mm thick

This is a black obsidian arrowhead set in a custom made sterling pendant frame. This arrowhead is domed and has flake scars where pieces of the rock were hit away on the glassy surface. The silver frame has a beaded edge and a solid back. It has a dark patina and is in untouched condition. There is a large tube shaped bail on the top, where you can slip in a cord or chain. See View A, B, C, D, E.

Size: 2½ x 1¼ inches
Weight: 17.8 grams

Turn of the century Victorian Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) Fraternal Watch Fob. This Fob is 9KT rose gold with red, white and blue enameling. It has a wonderful skull and cross bones on the top. The skull is hinged and moves forward and backward. The front is decorated with many fraternal symbols such as a snake, all seeing eye, scales, staff, chain, and other symbols on red white and blue enamel, which is all intact. The shield on the front of the fob has the initials F-L-T in three chain links, that stand for friendship, love and truth. The back of the fob features an open book with three chain links over it. The IOOF is a charitable fraternal organization that was founded in 1819. See view A, B, C, D, E. Fantastic collectors piece. Unmarked but tests to be 9KT gold

Circa 1890's

Size: 1 x 1¾ inches - weight 8.7 grams

Fabulous Glass Perfume Bottle with a Hummingbird Stopper.  Beautiful perfume or scent bottle with a Lalique style frosted stopper of a hummingbird.  Excellent vintage condition. It is unsigned. See another view.

Size: 3½ x3 inches (including stopper)

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