Old Dutch stool... worth repairing?

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Before and after. The black was paint, the green was moss.

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Got this beauty recently. Was told she dates to 1865. Put in 2 hours of resto work today and she’s almost ready to spin.

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Old Chair - Any help on possible age?

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I’ve started buying vintage ashtrays and am curious if there are any ashtray expertson Reddit

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Recently purchased at auction. It has secret drawers and built-in candle holders!

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My uncle makes awesome lamps out of antique torches.

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Tiffany lamp

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Grandmas Excellent Organ. Anyone Know The Model?

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There are some books I like purely from the perspective of a collector, some books I like to sell, and some books which are the best of both worlds. Cartonnage bindings fall into that last category where I do a precarious coin flip on which to keep for myself. In this case it's none of them.

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Gold ring (24k) - Roman or Medieval?

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1830s dresser drawer question, comments below

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I’d love some info

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Found this 30's art deco lamp at an estate sale and brought it back to life

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Very old but still functional building where people still work as carpenters in there. Fushe Arres, Puke, Albania. Any thoughts?

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My Facebook Marketplace find was this awesome locker that was FREE! Now it’s holing all my antique/vintage items

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An old Van Buren 1920’s Swiss pocket watch I found at my grandparents.

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Helmet worn by the Athenian General Miltiades in the battle of Marathon 2500 years ago given as an offering to the temple of Zeus at Olympia.

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My beloved grandfather’s compass during WWII, navigator on 100+ international trips. 4 glass parts, 2 of them tar black and shattered upon unpacking, and the arrow still responds to magnetism but no longer free floating. Any info as to its history, use, and potential repair? Thank you!!!!

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Great-grandma’s tea set

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Help or suggestions for shipping a 300+ year old clock. More info in comments.

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When I was younger, I used to love flashy decorative bindings, and it seems even today, that adoration really hasn't abated. Here's an example of a mid 19th century French decorative binding, with an illustrated central panel.

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Art Nouveau Tea Pot, stamped with a little Ostrich and a C on the bottom. I absolutely love it!

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Looking for information/worth of these vintage bamboo chairs. Thank you!

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What is this harp thing?

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Looking for information on this old lock.

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Found this at Goodwill

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1930s English engagement ring from the (now unlocked) late Victorian sewing box

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Curb pick on our walk tonight! George Sheer Co tool box. Any insight on age and value is appreciated, thanks!

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Found this lil guy, he seems to have something firm inside him. any clues?

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Some very old books I have This is a collection of very old books. They date from late 1700’s to 1870’s. My favorite one is the works of Bryon. I bought these at tag sales. Thanks for reading!

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Gold and Diamond snake ring. Inscription says Guard against the Vipers with the initials E L. Maker's Mark is W&W.

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Anyone know what this was used for? Slots in the middle seem to go no where. Solid back, so not a vent. No room for keys. 2 feet wide, 2.5 feet tall, 8 inches deep. The slots are 4 wide, about 5 deep. Slightly, slightly angled down. A 3x5 card barely fits.

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Antique flip clock info request.

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I inherited this Rich Lipp and Sohn piano. Could be wrong but the serial number places it around 1907/1908

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Hubby got two for free told they are antiques. Anyone know what they are. I don't like them and am concerned they are offensive

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Got all of these for $17 at a garage sale. The oldest date we could find was in the Iliad (little red one) at 1852.

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Just trying to figure out who this figure is on this old pin. Made of silver and ivory

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We just love a good box!

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Hello, these are my two Russian Rubles dated 1898, mint condition

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1910s phone I’m working on cleaning up. House it came from was built in the 1890s.

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Here’s another. I asked for a pic of back. Description is : “...An Original Victorian French Gold Gilted Pier Mirror, in wonderful condition.! This was originally in an 1860's civil war victorian home. We have enjoyed it for many years. This Very Rare piece was appraised at $4,800.!!!”

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This is free and local, anyone able to provide me with info on this?

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Seeking something similar. Turkish coffee carafe.

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Hello Friends! I have been posting scans from an unopened box of negatives I purchased for a while now on r/forgottencollection . I would love to share these beautiful memories with more eyes! Photos dated roughly (1905-1919)

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Found my grandfathers brass Social Security card!

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Found in a barn in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Would appreciate any info on what exactly I have here. Thank you!

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Can anyone help me identify this object

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my husband got me a thing!

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Can anyone help identify the time period of this buffet?

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Cleaned out an estate... Heres some of the tea cups i found.

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Portuguese pharmacy book from 1794 issued by queen Maria I of Portugal.

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A few old books I’ve had for a while, I love the old prints in books like this

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Spoons for steeping tea! The left one is dated 1881.

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My bookshelf is running out of space... a small library of reference books on antique Chinese and Japanese ceramics.

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Does anyone know the name of these lamps?

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Ozma of Oz original book from 1907. Since it’s a kid’s book, you can see that it’s been torn and drawn on.

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Just your average antique box with a hidden compartment. Ps. They from the 60s.

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Found this beauty at Goodwill for 6.99 in Sa. Ysidro

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Anyone have any info on this book. This is the 1910 edition

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I’ve been searching for the right mourning ring for ages, so thrilled with this one. Mr. H F Brackstone, died 4 December 1847, aged 41. I’d love for someone to help me figure out where he’s buried - more info in comments.

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Unique ruler?

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How does this bed smell?

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Does anyone know what these are called and possibly what they’re worth? Made in Italy.

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Hi! Anybody know what I've got here? Had it a long time. It has a Fluer-De-Lis in the guild and is stamped with sterling silver on the inside. Thank you!

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Anyone recognize this lamp artist?

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Anyone know anything about these Lamps?

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Early American?

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Can anyone help read the names on this antique cigarette case to determine origin/age?

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Is this genuine or could it be a replica? worth? USA.

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My Dad got this from Germany when he was in the service. Can anyone tell me more about it? What do u serve in it?

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My camera collection

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Can anyone tell me about this amazing hat? I can take more pictures if needed

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Just had a sunday in my “new” depression double scoop sunday cup. Never seen another, and couldn’t resist.

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Savanarola Chair

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How do I determine this is authentic? I bought this at a garage sale a couple of years ago. There is a similar one at the Smithsonian - https://mpg.si.edu/object/npg_484

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“Berlin Iron” Ring c.1810. Facing the threat of Napoleon, the Germans (then Prussians) called on citizens to donate gold to the war effort, and they were given this Berlin Iron jewelry in exchange

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What are the gentleman in this tintype holding?

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Thought you guys over here would appreciate this old thing

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The inside of an immigrant trunk that just came into the shop I work in.

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Help Identifying this Betty Boop

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I found this and don’t know what it represents. My friend and I are baffled and want a third opinion. What is this?

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French grandparents have this preserved document from 1479 on their wall, but none of us know what it is. Any help?

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Old lebanese stamps among my collection

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A favorite from my collection. German padlock ~1700.

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Current collection. Two Morchang, two maultrommel, one parmupill, one dan moi and one american bluegrass harp.

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My favorite piece I have ever purchased, BUT I know almost nothing about it. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Seller states it's 18th century and from Paris. Will post all info I know, questions, and a lot more pics in the comments.

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Bought the uniform yesterday. 100 years old but still mostly in perfect condition. :D

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I recently purchased this Nikola Tesla handwritten relic card, is it common for historical documents to be cut up like this for memorabilia purposes?

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Cherry blossom depression glass - is the price worth it?

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Picked up this painting a few years ago. Wanted to see if anyone knew anything about it

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I bought this couch that they claimed to be a “Victorian settee”. Can’t find anything like it on google.. any ideas? More info in comments.

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Remington Portable #2 Typewriter in Nyanza and Cellini Green, 1928

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Anyone knows what this bathroom gadget is?

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A work in progress. French, I’m told boulle work. Brass, mother of Pearl and tortoise shell. Honestly it’s been a fiddly, annoying job but it’s getting there!

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Found a bunch of old books in my attic and these were in one of them, does anyone know what they are?

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Can you help me identify my grandma's grandma's 130 year old secretary desk, mostly likely from England/Ireland or germand in 1890 any help is appreciated

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Could anyone know anything about the origins of this dresser? My grandad bought this in 1956 for £45 at the time. Has 1611 carved on the middle draw which we believe is because of the King James Version of the bible. I’m looking for help dating and pricing this piece.

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My great grandfather’s naturalization certificate, signed 106 years ago today.

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My wife and I purchased a new table for our living room. We were drawn to the table due to the inlay on the top. I would like to know if this piece has any history!

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Gold. Guy asks for $700, is it legit and worth it?

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Does anyone know what this would have been used for?

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I found this .22 bullet box from 1916-1919

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My great grandma's cabinet

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I’ve never seen a configuration like this on a last supper relief.

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Help identifying this mirror?

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Dunlap & Co. Top hat - made December 1st, 1902

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I got this gift. An antique Victorian necklace

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Recently acquired this 1853 oil painting by F. Schlegel.

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How old do you think this cigarette vending machine is?

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A lil' nibble of my huge skeleton key collection.

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Hello! Does anyone know what this is? It was inside a piece of furniture a friend of mine bought. Thanks in advance!

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My Japanese black ships Imari collection

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My buddy just inherited this. Is it real?

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late 1800’s-TOC Veterinary bottle I found a while back

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What are these called? Got in a photography lot at an auction.

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I was thrift shopping for a coat and came across this. Had to have it.

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Old government issued handbook

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1908 Banner Cold Blast lantern, made by Ontario Lantern & Lamp Co. One of my favourite lanterns in my collection of over 100.

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My neighbor knocked on my door this morning and asked if I wanted this. Um...yes please!

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What is this piece of furniture?

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General Electric 10 Transistor Radio.

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My boss's oven she's having replaced this week and is heartbroken about it. More info in comments.

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Old beer cans. Found in the woods. Pacific Northwest. Thought they were neat so I decided to share.

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Context for this French cobalt piece from 1900?

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Irish harp brooch that I bought today, hallmarked to 1901, silver and Connemara marble, by Joseph Cook & Sons.

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Oil on board, dated 1924. No signature, in terrible condition, really quite grubby, painted on an already scrappy substrate... but otherwise absolutely one of my favourite paintings of random dead guys that I own.

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Anybody know what this used to be? Antique piece

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Found at my local antique store. For $5 there was no way I wasn’t taking it home. Now it looks great in my living room!

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My neighbor sold his house and gave me this piece. He says it's 1880's. It has no stamp, label or identifying marks. It has no screws, only what look like horseshoe nails and wooden wheels. I'm curious if anyone has seen one like this or can venture a guess at it's age

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This set of ball and claws found in the attic of a 19th century Pagan farmstead in Vermont

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A few antique Connecticut stoneware pieces

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What did a parabolic candle magnifier do?

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my new favourite teacup!

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Can anybody give me more information about this?

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Just inherited this Cuckoo clock from my great grandmother. She was 92 years old. I know nothing about it. She left it to me because I loved the song it played as a child.

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Victorian door-stop I just purchased. First antique i have ever been compelled to take home...now I’m hooked!

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After much research and a phone call to the library of Congress, they appear to have the only other copy of this map. Any information is appreciated.

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This bell came with my house. I live in a Victorian, built in 1895. It says ‘Lakeside Foundry Co Chicago, IL’ and has a #3 on it. Can anyone give me advice on how to gauge how old it is? Or where/how it was used?

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What would it be worth if I sell it? From around 1750

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I’ve had this piece for awhile but I have never really known much about it at all (it was given to me when I was younger). If y’all have any thoughts about it, please let me know :) Thanks!

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