This is a unique German 19C silver (800) Torah pointer The hand is crafted in fine detail as seen Length: 22 cm (8.7") .

This is a unique German 19C silver (800) Torah pointer The hand is crafted in fine detail as seen Length: 22 cm (8.7") .   « Less

A large wood darning mushroom 26cm long across the top 12cm

A large wood darning mushroom 26cm long across the top 12cm   « Less

An unusual and rare Pre-Columbian necklace of ancient ivory-colored scorpion eggs and ceramic disc beads that were discovered together (it was restrung in Columbia). The  More »

An unusual and rare Pre-Columbian necklace of ancient ivory-colored scorpion eggs and ceramic disc beads that were discovered together (it was restrung in Columbia). The multi-strand necklace of alternating scorpion eggs and ceramic beads are strung in a bi-tone arrangement - 4 strands of scorpion eggs alternating with dark reddish brown beads on one side, 4 strands of scorpion eggs alternating with ochre-colored beads on the other that are looped in the center and doubled back to the clasp. It is ingenious to have used scorpion eggs as beads centuries ago. They must have been worn for protection and power as well as beauty. Period: Pre-Columbian (800-1400 AD)Size: Necklace length = 18 inches Condition: Very good.   « Less

A wine bottle with leather art cover.

A wine bottle with leather art cover.   « Less

6 LARGE HARDCOVER BOOKS. PUBLISHED IN 1984. THEY HAVE BEEN OUT OF PRINT FOR A WHILE.UNBELIEVABLY GORGEOUS. BREATHTAKING ILLUSTATIONS AND EXCELLENT STORYTELLING. EACH BOOK  More »

6 LARGE HARDCOVER BOOKS. PUBLISHED IN 1984. THEY HAVE BEEN OUT OF PRINT FOR A WHILE.UNBELIEVABLY GORGEOUS. BREATHTAKING ILLUSTATIONS AND EXCELLENT STORYTELLING. EACH BOOK DEALS WITH A DIFFERENT SUPERNATURAL/FANTASY/MEDIEVAL TOPIC. THE VOLUMES I HAVE ARE: GHOSTS, WITCHES AND WIZARDS, GIANTS AND OGRES, SPELLS AND BINDINGS, FAIRIES AND ELVES, AND DRAGONS. THEY ARE IN GREAT SHAPE. PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR QUESTIONS/DETAILS,ETC. THANKS!!!   « Less

This is the second pattern British Fire Office Fire Mark, or Fire Plate as these brass plated metal marks were called. This plate depicts a standing lion with his right paw  More »

This is the second pattern British Fire Office Fire Mark, or Fire Plate as these brass plated metal marks were called. This plate depicts a standing lion with his right paw resting on the shield of Great Britian. These fire marks were invented for the purpose of and used as a guide for the insurance company fire brigades. If, in the event a fire brigade arrvived on the scene and found that it was not their office that insured the risk, they went home again, leaving the owner or public to fight the fire. A true historic curiosity. Dents, some edge losses and small holes. 8" in diameter.   « Less

This painted lead fire mark, depicting the Royal Exchange Building, is from the Royal Exchange Assurance of Houses and Goods from Loss by Fire. Founded by royal charter in  More »

This painted lead fire mark, depicting the Royal Exchange Building, is from the Royal Exchange Assurance of Houses and Goods from Loss by Fire. Founded by royal charter in 1720 and itself ravaged by fire and destroyed in 1838. The fire mark was invented for the purpose of and used as a guide for the insurance sponsered fire brigades. If the brigade arrived on the scene and found that their office did not insure the risk, as evidenced by the absence of an appropriate fire mark, they went home again. A true historic curiosity. In excellent condition. The lead has darkened with some paint losses and flaking. H:9" W: 4" Circa 1800   « Less

We have for sale a Taxidermy by Frank Schwarz. The merganser in flight is framed and mounted under bubble plexiglass. It has a painted scene behind it. It has an old gild  More »

We have for sale a Taxidermy by Frank Schwarz. The merganser in flight is framed and mounted under bubble plexiglass. It has a painted scene behind it. It has an old gild black frame. I do not know the exact age, but it is in good condition. We believe this was done by the famous Frank Schwarz. He founded the Schwarz Studios in 1882. He was a German Immigrant and the Schwarg Studios was passed through 4 generations to become the oldest taxidermy operation in the United States. His clients included President Teddy Roosevelt, heads of other countries, L. Ross Fur Co., Adolphus Busch, Simmon's Hardware and special clients such as the board of education and the St. Louis Zoo. The Studio still operates at 1809 LaFayette Ave. in St.Louis by Paul Schwarz. This is a great item. It weighs 21 pounds and measures 28.5 x 36.875 x 10.5.We do have more photographs that we can email if you are interested. And if you have any questions please contact us by email or telephone before you purchase the item. Please view our Terms of Sale and Shipping policy. We only ship to the continental U.S. We do have a retail store and there are times the item may be sold through our store. We try to remove items immediately or the next day at the latest. Mixup's are bound to occur and if this happens we apologize for the confusion Status: For Sale Reference#: fsgf Condition: Extra Nice Year: Unknown Country: USA Height: 28.50 in. (72.39 cm) Depth: 10.50 in. (26.67 cm) Width: 36.75 in. (93.35 cm) Weight: 21 Title: Frank Schwarz Framed Taxidermy Bubble Merganser   « Less

Antique Chinese Bird cage, made of wood and Bamboo, complete with original, two blue porcelan water bowls and perching stick. All working parts are in good condition, the  More »

Antique Chinese Bird cage, made of wood and Bamboo, complete with original, two blue porcelan water bowls and perching stick. All working parts are in good condition, the bottom will open, the cage door opens and top mounted hardware all in good shape. Shanghai China, circa 1900s. Antique Bird cages, especaily Chinese antique bird cages are very collectable. This is an excellent example for collection base, or use. Size Overall Dimensions 24" H X 12" Dia 61.0cm H X 30.5cm Dia.   « Less

17th Century English Ivory Flea Trap from great plague of london 1664-1666.Was appraised in 2005 for $25,000.

17th Century English Ivory Flea Trap from great plague of london 1664-1666.Was appraised in 2005 for $25,000.   « Less