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Vintage German Made Silverplate & Stainless Steel Letter Opener

Vintage German Made Silverplate & Stainless Steel Letter Opener

$45

This vintage German-made letter opener is an exquisite addition to any desktop collection. Crafted from a combination of silverplate and stainless steel, this piece is both durable and stylish, with a timeless design that harks back to the 1950s. The...

Vintage 1999 US Connecticut The Charter Oak State Quarter Coin Page /Book Marker

Vintage 1999 US Connecticut The Charter Oak State Quarter Coin Page /Book Marker

$38

Vintage 1999 US Connecticut The Charter Oak State Quarter Coin Page / Book Marker is a unique and authentic piece of metal bookmark that features the iconic Charter Oak tree from the state of Connecticut minted onto a quarter coin. Crafted from durable...

c1930s Lodge Sparking Plug Metal Tin

c1930s Lodge Sparking Plug Metal Tin

$40

c1930s Lodge Sparking Plug Metal Tin Generally nice condition. Measures 90 mm x 30 mm x 35 mm when closed. Always happy to combine postage where possible & practical. HNCO are not responsible for import duties or customs charges. This is the...

Quality Vintage Pocket Watch Shaped AMP Meter in Original Storage Case. Working!

Quality Vintage Pocket Watch Shaped AMP Meter in Original Storage Case. Working!

$129

Quality Vintage Pocket Watch Shaped AMP Meter in Original Storage Case. Working! Tested and is working order, but unsure how accurate it is and may require a service. It features an unknown makers mark on the dial. Case is 51mm in diameter. In very...

Antique Prismed Folding Pocket / Belt Sight.

Antique Prismed Folding Pocket / Belt Sight.

$99

Antique Prismed Folding Pocket / Belt Sight. An unusual item, unbranded & not quite sure of it's actual use / function. Maybe Military or Surveyor or even perhaps Hiking. The main cylinder shaped body is 5.4cms long when capped, the folding...

Large Vintage German Sterling Silver Hinged Oval Double Photo Locket & Chain 33g

Large Vintage German Sterling Silver Hinged Oval Double Photo Locket & Chain 33g

$299

Large Vintage German Sterling Silver Hinged Oval Double Photo Locket & Chain 33.2g This beautiful sterling silver vintage photo locket opens to reveal two photo sections, perfect to personalise with your loved ones. The large oval sized sections,...

1800s Quality Brass Unengraved Decorative Plaque for Stand / Trophy / Ornament.

1800s Quality Brass Unengraved Decorative Plaque for Stand / Trophy / Ornament.

$60

1800s Quality Brass Unengraved Decorative Plaque for Stand / Trophy / Ornament. 48mm high x 40mm wide x 15mm deep lugs. Surface wear but should polish up nicely. No noticeable makers mark. Always happy to combine postage where possible &...

1950s Quality Large Wooden Abacus. Good Condition.

1950s Quality Large Wooden Abacus. Good Condition.

$60

1950s Quality Large Wooden Abacus. Good Condition. Ex estate and was advised it was bought back to Australia from a trip to the Orient in the 1950s. Fully functional, in good condition. Measures 31cms x 15.3cms. Always happy to combine postage where...

RARE Vintage “St George Sliced Fresh Green Ginger 150 Grams” Tin & Lid.

RARE Vintage “St George Sliced Fresh Green Ginger 150 Grams” Tin & Lid.

$50

RARE Vintage "St George Sliced Fresh Green Ginger 150 Grams" Tin & Lid. Exact age unknown, but pre Bar Code. 85mm high x 54mm diameter, label intact but torn & stained, the lid, base & internally are worn. Always happy to combine...

c1920s / 1930s Quality Stitched Leather Mid-Size Travel / Business Case.

c1920s / 1930s Quality Stitched Leather Mid-Size Travel / Business Case.

$149

c1920s / 1930s Quality Stitched Leather Mid-Size Travel / Business Case. Unable to find a brand name, however on the locks there is a makers mark. M. S. & Co. The mark was researched but failed to find any info. A quality made case but does require...

Vintage Desk / Tabletop Hand Bell

Vintage Desk / Tabletop Hand Bell

$40

This vintage desk or tabletop hand bell is the perfect addition to your collection. The clear and crisp sound it produces is perfect for getting someone's attention or for use in ceremonies or events. Whether you're a collector of vintage items...

Antique 'Simmons Priscilla' Size 8 Sterling Silver Thimble Pendant 3.7g

Antique 'Simmons Priscilla' Size 8 Sterling Silver Thimble Pendant 3.7g

$75

Antique 'Simmons Priscilla' Size 8 Sterling Silver Thimble Pendant 3.7g This antique sterling silver thimble pendant is just gorgeous, with a bale top ready to wear on a chain. The well made tiny thimble is a size 8 and has a delightful repeating...

Ancient Roman Empire 1st-3rd Century AD. Bronze Horse & Rider Intaglio Seal Ring

Ancient Roman Empire 1st-3rd Century AD. Bronze Horse & Rider Intaglio Seal Ring

$499

Ancient Roman Empire 1st - 3rd Century AD. Bronze Horse & Rider Design Seal Ring This ancient Roman Empire 1st - 3rd Century AD. bronze seal ring is intriguing. The design to the front of smooth edged ring is of a group of soldiers with one mounted...

Ladies Vintage Floral and Handpainted Metal Trinket Box

Ladies Vintage Floral and Handpainted Metal Trinket Box

$48

This vintage metal trinket box is a charming addition to any vanity or dresser. The box is machine turned, etched and handpainted with delicate colourful floral motifs, giving it a feminine touch. The perfect size for storing small jewellery, trinkets or...

UNUSED / VINTAGE / Original Box & Book Aust. Wildflower Porcelain 7 Thimble Set.

UNUSED / VINTAGE / Original Box & Book Aust. Wildflower Porcelain 7 Thimble Set.

$75

UNUSED / VINTAGE / Original Box & Book Aust. Wildflower Porcelain 7 Thimble Set. PERFECT present for the avid sewer !!!! Thimbles are large, each measures 29mm high & weigh 7.5 grams. In excellent unused condition. Local Brisbane pick-up...

Delightful c1930s / 1940s Handkerchief / French Painter Artists Studio Scene.

Delightful c1930s / 1940s Handkerchief / French Painter Artists Studio Scene.

$69

Delightful c1930s / 1940s Handkerchief / French Painter Artists Studio Scene. Ex estate with the item found mixed in with some WW2 ephemera, so it was possibly bought back before, during or after WW2, no other history is known about the item. It...

RARE 1902 King Edward VII Croydon Commemorative Mazawattee Chocolate Tin

RARE 1902 King Edward VII Croydon Commemorative Mazawattee Chocolate Tin

$65

RARE 1902 King Edward VII Croydon Commemorative Mazawattee Chocolate Tin 60mm in diameter x 10mm high, surface wear to lid as per photo, otherwise ok condition. Missing the paper inserts. Local Brisbane pick-up welcomed. Always happy to combine postage...

Ornate Vintage American Made Pair of Candle Snuffer Scissors

Ornate Vintage American Made Pair of Candle Snuffer Scissors

$159

A fantastic pair of ornate metal candle snuffing scissors with a 1944 liberty coin affixed to the centre. 17.5cm long in total. Snuffing box 2.5 x 4cm

2 x 1885 Spanish Silver Coins Made Into Tiny Ashtray.

2 x 1885 Spanish Silver Coins Made Into Tiny Ashtray.

$99

2 x 1885 Spanish Silver Coins Made Into Tiny Ashtray. Weighs 28 grams, mounted on 3 bun feet, total width 46mm. Nice condition. Local Brisbane pick-up welcomed. Always happy to combine postage where possible & practical. HNCO are not responsible...

1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Anointing Spoon Commemorative Replica

1953 Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Anointing Spoon Commemorative Replica

$48

The anointing spoon used during Queen Elizabeth II's coronation in 1953 holds immense historical and ceremonial significance. Crafted in 1661, this exquisite spoon is part of the British Crown Jewels and is traditionally associated with the sacred...

1897 Antique Collapsible Plated Tin Cup, Patent Feb 23 1897 (#2)

1897 Antique Collapsible Plated Tin Cup, Patent Feb 23 1897 (#2)

$49

Collectable antique collapsible cup constructed of plated tin. The lid features a floral motif which sits comfortably onto of the collapsed cup on base. Bottom inscribed 'Patent Feb 23 97 Made in USA 'Size 5cm diameter x 5.5cm tall when erect.Some...

1897 Antique Collapsible Plated Tin Cup, Patent Feb 23 1897 (#1)

1897 Antique Collapsible Plated Tin Cup, Patent Feb 23 1897 (#1)

$49

Collectable antique collapsible cup constructed of plated tin. The lid features a floral motif which sits comfortably onto of the collapsed cup on base. Bottom inscribed 'Patent Feb 23 97 Made in USA 'Size 5cm diameter x 5.5cm tall when erect.Some...

Large 1897 Antique Collapsible Plated Tin Cup, Patent Feb 23 1897

Large 1897 Antique Collapsible Plated Tin Cup, Patent Feb 23 1897

$70

Collectable antique collapsible cup of large size constructed of plated tin. The lid features two male cyclists which sits comfortably onto of the collapsed cup on base. Bottom inscribed 'Patent Feb 23 97 Made in USA 'Size 6cm diameter x 8cm tall when...

RARE Vintage Handwritten Notes on Cabinet Making / Furniture Repair.

RARE Vintage Handwritten Notes on Cabinet Making / Furniture Repair.

$359

RARE Vintage Handwritten Notes on Cabinet Making / Furniture Repair. A very large hardcover book, featuring 78 pages of biro & pencil handwritten notes on wide ranging aspects of furniture / cabinet making & repair. Appears to date to the 1950s...

Vintage Unusual First Federal Savings & Loan Association ADD2BANK Money Box.

Vintage Unusual First Federal Savings & Loan Association ADD2BANK Money Box.

$75

Vintage Unusual First Federal Savings & Loan Association ADD2BANK Money Box. An interesting item, American in Origin. There are a few unknown coins inside, unable to open. 4cms high x 10.5cms in diameter. Surface rust & wear. Local Brisbane...

c1900 Rare "New York Aquarium, Battery Park, New York" Ladies Souvenir Compact.

c1900 Rare "New York Aquarium, Battery Park, New York" Ladies Souvenir Compact.

$199

c1900 Rare "New York Aquarium, Battery Park, New York" Ladies Souvenir Compact. Ex estate find. Made of a plastic like faux tortoiseshell with metal gold plated rim, 66mm in diameter. The mirror is in poor condition, lid opens & closes ok...

1880 Australian Shearing Patent #2877 “Improvements for "Clipping Horses, Sheep"

1880 Australian Shearing Patent #2877 “Improvements for "Clipping Horses, Sheep"

$99

1880 Australian Shearing Patent #2877 "Improvements for "Clipping Horses, Sheep" On offer is a rare patent, No. 2877 lodged in Victoria, Australia on the 09/09/1880 by Paul Ferdinand Mantelet, Paris for "Improvements in Apparatus for...

RARE 1881 Thomas Edison Aust. Patent #3088 "Improvement in Electric Machines"

RARE 1881 Thomas Edison Aust. Patent #3088 "Improvement in Electric Machines"

$149

RARE 1881 Thomas Edison Aust. Patent #3088 "Improvement in Electric Machines"On offer is a rare patent, No. 3088 lodged in Victoria, Australia on the 20/09/1881 by Thomas Alva Edison for "Improvements in magneto or dynamo electric machines or electric...

RARE 1879 Australian Steam Ship Patent #2653 “Improvements in Steam Vessels"

RARE 1879 Australian Steam Ship Patent #2653 “Improvements in Steam Vessels"

$99

RARE 1879 Australian Steam Ship Patent #2653 "Improvements in Steam Vessels"On offer is a rare patent, No. 2653 lodged in Victoria, Australia on the 06/06/1879 by Robert Wilcox, St Kilda, Melbourne for "Improvements in Steam Vessels" The lot includes a...

RARE 1880 Singer Sewing Machines Aust. Patent #2776 “Improvements in Machines"

RARE 1880 Singer Sewing Machines Aust. Patent #2776 “Improvements in Machines"

$119

RARE 1880 Singer Sewing Machines Aust. Patent #2776 "Improvements in Machines" On offer is a rare patent, No. 2776 lodged in Victoria, Australia on the 20/01/1880 by Alexander Anderson, manager of the Singer Manufacturing Company's Works,...

RARE 1882 Robert Gulcher Australian Patent #3299 “Improvement in Electric Lamps"

RARE 1882 Robert Gulcher Australian Patent #3299 “Improvement in Electric Lamps"

$149

RARE 1882 Robert Gulcher Australian Patent #3299 "Improvement in Electric Lamps"Robert Gülcher (1850-1924), inventor and industrialist from Biała (now Bielsko-Biała in Poland, then in the Austrian Empire), considered to be one of the most prominent...

RARE 1881 Count Apraxine Aust. Patent #3063 “Improvement in Aerial Balloons"

RARE 1881 Count Apraxine Aust. Patent #3063 “Improvement in Aerial Balloons"

$129

RARE 1881 Count Apraxine Aust. Patent #3063 "Improvement in Aerial Balloons"On offer is a rare patent, No. 3063 lodged in Victoria, Australia on the 25/08/1881 by Count Antoine Apraxine, Russia for "Improvements in Aerial Balloons" The lot includes a...

RARE 1881 Thomas Edison Australian Patent #3005 "Improvement Electro-Magnetic"

RARE 1881 Thomas Edison Australian Patent #3005 "Improvement Electro-Magnetic"

$149

RARE 1881 Thomas Edison Australian Patent #3005 "Improvement Electro-Magnetic"On offer is a rare patent, No. 3005 lodged in Victoria, Australia on the 04/05/1881 by Thomas Alva Edison for "Improvements in the construction of machinery and appliances for...

Wooden Gaming / Poker Stand For Chips & Cards, USA Made

Wooden Gaming / Poker Stand For Chips & Cards, USA Made

$50

QUALITY USA MADE WOODEN GAMING / POKER / CHIP & CARD STAND. The stand measures 22cms x 7.8cms x 8cms high. All chips are blank & not marked, no decks of cards included. Always happy to combine postage where possible & practical. HNCO are...

Vintage Boxed Set of Scales Complete.

Vintage Boxed Set of Scales Complete.

$99

Vintage Boxed Set of Scales Complete. No makers mark / unbranded. Complete, appears to have had very limited use. Outer wooden box measures 21cms x 12cms. Local Brisbane pick-up welcomed. Always happy to combine postage where possible & practical...

Quality Very Nice Faux / Resin Scrimshaw Depicting American Paddle Steamer.

Quality Very Nice Faux / Resin Scrimshaw Depicting American Paddle Steamer.

$199

Quality Very Nice Faux / Resin Scrimshaw Depicting American Paddle Steamer. 17.2cms long & weighs 335 grams. Excellent condition. Local Brisbane pick-up welcomed, Australian buyers only. Not available to overseas buyers.