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Metal
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Bronze Sculpture by Dutch Sculptor Joep Coppens - Item # DA100 - $ 225
This little bronze sculpture is by the internationally known Dutch sculptor, Joep Coppens (born 1940). The sculpture is referred to as Unicum 1995. It reflects the organic forms inspired by nature which are preferred by this sculptor. The bronze sculpture itself measures about 11 cm (about 4.5") high, and it sits on a black marble base measuring 7 cm x 7 cm, adding another 2 cm approximately to the overall height. Perfect for your contempory home or art collection.
Royal Canadian Navy Spoon - Item # ME25 - $ 10
Here is a Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) silverplate teaspoon. It is in good condition and is a nice souvenir of our forces.
Vintage American Advertising Rain Gauges - Items # ME133 and ME134 - $ 20 each
These vintage American rain gauges were advertising give-aways to farmers. Both have their original glass tubes to catch the rain and are marked up to 4" for collecting rain. Both have holes in the metal base plate so that they can be screwed down to a fence post. They show some rust as you might expect from vintage metal farm collectibles. They measure about 5" x 5" and have great country charm.
The first gauge on the left (Item ME 133) is marked CORENCO Fertilizers Best on Earth. It has a rain gauge recording dial at the top. This item is now SOLD.
The second gauge on the right (Item ME 134) is marked AMES Rain to Order - W.R. Ames Company San Francisco Tampa - Portable Irrigation Pipe - surface pipe - gated furrow pipe - Perf-O-Rain sprinkling.
Liberty Tudric English Pewter Creamer and Sugar - Item # ME61 - $ 80
This creamer and sugar set dates from about 1900. It is made of hammered pewter which could be polished to a high silvery shine if you wanted.
Both pieces are marked on the base ENGLISH PEWTER 01075. This was an early Liberty Tudric marking system.
The condition of the pieces is good, although the sugar has had a slight push downwards and is now slightly out of round. It is a good early set of very collectible English pewter.
Old Candle Mold - Item # ME96 - $ 30
Here is an old tin candle mold (mould). There are holes for 6 candles and a hanging loop. As expected from an antique, useful implement, the condition reflects its age. These molds are very decorative on the wall for a vintage rustic look.
Norwegian Pewter Creamer and Sugar Set - Item # ME131 - $ 25
This sweet little pewter creamer and sugar on a tray originates from Norway. It features a design called Groenlandica (Greenland) showing sports and activities from the arctic.
Wendell August Aluminum Tray - Item # ME123 - $ 25
This pretty tray features a detailed design of apple blossoms. It is made of aluminum and can be polished to a high shine if desired. The tray measures 14" x 9".
It was made at the Wendell August Forge in Grove City, PA, one of our favorite places to visit and tour.
Antique Calling Card Trays - Item # ME72 - $200 for the pair
These pretty metal calling card trays may date from the early 19th century or possibly late 18th century. They are metal and have an impressed number in the base but no other information. Their provenance from Quebec may indicate a French origin.
They are exquisitely detailed and show little cherubs in the spring. The Bacchus head and grapes may indicate a relationship with the wine harvest.
Tin and Cast Iron Cooking Molds
We have acquired a collection of antique and vintage cooking molds, some tin and some cast iron. They include easter egg molds, corn bread molds, chocolate molds and others. We believe that the molds are late Victorian in date.

Photo 1: The large slab fancy chocolate molds with three rows (upper left of photo) measure about 14.5" x 10.5" (priced at $ 65 each). The slab fancy molds with two rows (right side of photo) measure about 15" x 7.5" (priced at $ 45 each). They are branded Eppelsheimer & Co. New York. The slab chocolate square mold (two available, bottom of photo) measures 15" x 5.5". It is branded American Chocolate Mould Co. Inc, and is $ 45. All slab molds are priced as singles and are quite heavy.
Photo 2: We have four candy molds which measure 6.5" x 4" wide, priced at $ 15 each. There is 1 available.
Photo 3: We have one heavy cast-iron corn bread mold measuring 9" x 5.5", priced at $40.
Photo 4: Chocolate egg molds, medium size 11, (5.5" long) priced at $ 20 each. All prices for egg molds are for two halves. The egg molds were made by Eppelsheimer & Co, New York and most are branded with the mark of this firm, and Made in USA.
Photo 5: Shoe molds are priced at $ 25 for both halves, either plain (branded T.C. Weygandt Co. NewYork, USA, Made in Dresden Germany) or fancy shoe molds (shoe molds are now SOLD).
Vintage Cookie Cutter Sets
We have acquired some sets of vintage cookie and canape cutters, each set complete and in its own container. The cutters are still clean and useful.
The first set is Item # KA69 priced at $ 75.00. The container measures 4.5" across and it contains 10 fluted edge cookie cutters of different sizes, which nest together in their box. Each cutter has a rolled top edge and is neatly soldered at the joints. This set is now SOLD.
The second set is Item # KA70 priced at $ 65.00. The container measures 3.5" across and it contains 12 plain edge cookie cutters of different sizes, which nest together in their box. We removed the inner one for our photo. The top edges are neatly rolled. The larger cutters would be ideal for cutting scones or biscuits.
The third set is Item # KA 68 priced at $ 65.00. This little container measures just 2" across and contains 16 different cutters for canapes, icing etc. Some of the shapes include bunny, man in moon, 4 leaf clover, star, heart, diamond, spade, club, triangle, leaf and others. This set is now SOLD.
Vintage English Toasting Forks - Item # special order - $20 each
We try to stock fireplace items ready for winter. Here we show our stock of English brass toasting forks with decorative handles.
Our favorite is the grinning cat with his arched back. We also have a sailboat, group of dogs, girl with watering can, horse head with good luck horseshoe, stag and galleon.
These look great hanging near the fireplace and they are useful for toasting marshmallows or toast.

Seagull Pewter Figurines and Art Objects
Seagull pewter items are made in Nova Scotia, Canada. They make ideal gifts and fit well into any contemporary decor. Each piece carries the Seagull signature and date.
This pair of Seagull pewter bookends are very well detailed and would make a great gift for the sailor. The yachts on the book ends each have a back and front panel. The pair of book ends are Item # ME133 priced at $45.
Other pieces are currently available. Please enquire.
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