✔ “Pat Appl’d For” early patent marking. This piece dates to the early electric iron era (circa 1910s–1920s) and was used as a heat-safe stand for resting a hot iron during ironing. Constructed of heavy stamped steel with integrated wire handles for safe handling.
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An antique cast iron match safe holder. In overall fair to good used condition with moderate wear. Has a nice ornate look and a unique double pocket style. Has an older repair on the back side. We have been giving quality service to the on-line collector community for over 19 years.
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They handles are a Roman Trophy design. They have an floral etched pattern.
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A great antique cast iron match safe/wall pocket. No makers mark that I notice, but there is an 1867 patent date on the back. We have been giving quality service to the on-line collector community for over 19 years.
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A nice clean original T Withers safe plaque in solid brass/bronze
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There are no visible maker’s marks, which was not uncommon for smaller utilitarian pieces of the late Victorian and Edwardian era. The hinge functions as intended, and the case has a satisfying weight in the hand.
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This rare and finely crafted antique stoneware jug was made by Job Ridgway & Sons at Cauldon Place, Shelton, Staffordshire, circa 1808. A grapevine frieze encircles the body just below the rim. The spout is modelled as the head of Bacchus, crowned with grapevines heavy with fruit.
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Antique Gold Medal Flour Celluloid Advertising Match Safe Vesta Whitehead & Hoag. This is a nice antique celluloid match safe with advertising for Washburn & Crosby Gold Medal Flour, made by Whitehead & Hoag. Piece measures 2.75 inches long by 1.5 inches wide. In overall good condition with some expected surface and age wear as you can see in the photos. This piece will ship well packaged, fast and free with USPS.
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