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Incredible
Figural 2 Piece Cast Iron Spittoon or
Cuspidor This
is an early spittoon. The green finished figural leaf form cast iron top is removable, and is cast in one piece in
such a way that it can fit the top only when oriented in just the right
way. Note that the leaf pattern extends from the top piece down
the feet of the lower half as well. It is finished in a dark green
japanning that is in super condition except for right near the center
hole where it was subjected to the most caustic but natural wear. Also note
the cast-in hook cast into one of the legs as if to mount it to the floor
to keep it from sliding about on the stuff from where the poor shots
missed. I believe that this was made for a well-to-do individual's
study or office rather than a public or commercial establishment where
most spittoons originate from or were typically found. The large
gate mark on the base and casting attributes indicate an age from the
mid 1800's or before. A wonderful and rare piece of cast iron and Americana!
Good + . . . . . $2495.00 SOLD!
Incredible
Form and Condition Early New York Hanging Balance Scale
This is the nicest and earliest scale we ever owned. It carries the name of Dunbar and Hudson
which was a hardware distributor in New York during the early part of
the 19th Century. This piece is very early---the pans are marked with a date of 1832, and the
location of Albany, New York as well. Note the fine condition of the
original finish, and the fine details of the hooks, the beehive finial, and the
finely turned pointer. It is really a nice piece, and I
have it hanging right in front of me as reminder that everything is in balance
in the long run. I wish. There is also a box of weights that
comes with this that may or may not be original to the piece. They range in
weight from a few ounces to several pounds. A wonderful and rare piece of Americana!
Good + . . . . . $1495.00 SOLD!
Patented
Cast Iron Buggy Rein Holder Patented on
Apr. 6, 1875 this figural rein holder is one of the most graphic of these devices
ever manufactured. The idea was that this device was attached to the side
of the buggy, and when you came to a stop or were otherwise occupied you could slip
the reins into the spring loaded slot with the desired tension on them to give the
horse the impression you were still paying attention. It has a great look
and is a super piece of cast iron!Good + . . . . . $95.00 SOLD!
Two
Cast Iron Sinkbox Decoys
These are flat bottomed cast iron decoys that look
like canvas back ducks. They would be set on the outside of what
was called a sinkbox / boat for ballast when duck hunting. The
boat, and its "platform" would float just below the surface of the water
and the hunters would be in a box in the center where just his upper
body would be visable with decoys like this surrounding him. This
was during the period of commercial hunting in places like the
Chesapeake Bay and other areas of the east coast near the turn of the
century. The condition is super, and each weighs approx 20
lbs . Good + . . . . . $1295.00 / Pair SOLD!
"Arrow"
Tobacco Cutter This example is nice. Tobacco cutters are
something from the distant past, and as its use and popularity diminish,
products associated with it will either gain popularity, or go into the
distant memory banks of obscurity. .Good + . . . . . $95.00 SOLD!
Scotten
Dillon Flat Iron Tobacco Cutter
This is a very rare and desirable example of a
tobacco cutter that has a lot of cross-o0ver appeal to flat iron
collectors. Hence the high price and high demand. These can be found
w/ or w/o the tail under the handle. Most of those found without the
tail under the handle are considered to be broken, but some say they made them both
ways.
This one is in super nice original condition. Good + . . . . . $1295.00 SOLD!
Patented
1863 John Gill Hedgehog Style Cast Iron Cribbage Board
This is a superb piece of cast iron
and without a doubt the most highly regarded and most sought after of all cribbage
boards, and is in super condition to boot. I have had a few different versions
of this style cribbage board over the years, including one in boxwood in natural
finish, another boxwood one painted to look like the black cast iron ones, one with
a different label on the bottom, and I also have another cast iron version with
a slightly different paint scheme, and have seen another with a different trim feature
around the perimeter. This is the nicest, and none of the others lasted
long when I put them out so do not ponder too long. In case you are not familiar
with the design, the interior is filled with felt, and the pins, when they are pulled
up, stay up through the friction. If the guy you have been playing with has
trouble keeping track or has a problem placing his pegs properly, this one will
solve those problems, and so rattle him that you should be able to beat him, maybe
even skunk him as he wonders what he is going to do next.
Good + . . . . . $895.00 SOLD!
GE Electric Bulb Heater
This
GE product heats the air and you through the wasted heat given off
lighting up the light bulbs. What an ideaGood + . . . . . $295.00 SOLD!
John Gill Hedgehog Style
Patented 1863 Cast Iron Cribbage Board This is a superb piece of
19th Century Patented Cast Iron. Game playing was an important part of
American 19th century life, and Mr. Gill patented and produced a fine
piece to help people wile away their time. Genuine Americana with a
purpose! This cribbage board is in super original condition showing just
minimal wear to the paint and decorations. Most of the label on the bottom
is still legible as well.
The Gill Patent Cribbage Boards that can be found are without a doubt the most highly regarded and most sought after of
all patented American cribbage boards ever made. I have had a few different
versions of this style cribbage board over the years, including one in boxwood in
natural finish, another boxwood one painted to look like the black cast iron ones,
one with a different label on the bottom, and I also have had another cast iron version
with a slightly different paint scheme. I have also seen another with a different trim
feature around the perimeter. They are very hard to find though, and
especially in this nice condition.
In case you are
not familiar with the design, the interior is filled with felt or cotton, and the pins, when
they are pulled up stay up through the friction. All pins work here as
they should. The pins are laid out so
there should be little problem keeping track of the score, and if the guy
you have been playing with has a problem placing his pegs properly,
this one will solve those problems.
Excellent . . . . $995.00
Antique
Cast Iron Door Stop This doorstop shows considerable wear and losses
to the finish, but it is a real one, and has a nice look none the lessGood . . . . . $75.00 SOLD!
Antique
Cast Iron Book Press You see book presses all the time in many different sizes, but there are
a few that stand out as being a bit different. There are a few
with figural uprights which are pretty rare, and those with different
finishes like this example. You will see 100 or more ones in
typical black finish before you see another in red or blue, and this one
is in nice condition to boot. Good . . . . . $125.00 SOLD!
Michigan Candy Store Cash
Register
This small candy
store size brass cash register was made by the main competitor to National
cash register company and dates from near the turn of the century.
Fifty cents is the largest amount this one rings up and this style and size
register was made for candy stores.
There is a small chip in the drawer in the bottom left corner as can be seen. There is no top Marquee. The nickel is in great condition, and this will display very nicely. There is info on the company and their registers that can be found running a Google search.
Good . . . . . $795.00 SOLD!
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