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Vintage Collectable Items

At Harrington & Co, we are passionate about procuring the most interesting and rare vintage collectables in Brisbane. Our stock of vintage collectable items is diverse, helping to enrich many collections. Our stock ranges from an authentic Aboriginal tribal items, to Ambulance and Police ephemera, to antique postcards.

If you’ve got a flair for the rare, valuable and vintage, feel free to browse through our selection of collectables. For more information or to offer us a vintage product for sale, please contact us in Brisbane today on 07 3891 3880.

Original Metallic Silver Mesh Whiting & Davis Co USA Expanding Purse Bag 1950's

$139

Gorgeous 1950's silver metallic mesh expanding purse / bag by Whiting & Davis Co. Made in the USA, Whiting & Davis Co. were the masters of mesh. They partnered with Raytheon during WWII to make radar equipment for the military and...

USA SILVER $1 CHROMED BELT BUCKLE. NEAR MINT.

$40

Unbranded, belt buckle is made of a chromed base metal with the centre being an unknown year USA $1. Measures 84mm wide x 60mm high, the loop is 39mm wide on the inside. Very nice condition.

VINTAGE TROJAN 112LB PARCEL SCALES. MODEL NO 1040.

$199

Made by the Hobart Manufacturing Company. 80cms high, scale dial 28cms in diameter, base plate for weighing 33cms x 39cms. Wear to metal and paint work, in working order. Local Pickup, or a courier can be arranged. Min...

Antique Huge French Ships Telegraph by Metayer S.A.R.L Paris 44” (112cm high)

$4,950

Fine solid brass engine order telegraph. Large size probably places it on a ship. Faceplate with commands in French and maker's name A Metayer, S.A.R.L, Paris. 112cm tall without handle x 32cm across faceplate including brass, very heavy...

RARE WARNER BROS. CEL MADE FOR USA TV COMMERCIAL “COUPONS" WILE E. COYOTE + COA

$1,299

The commercial aired in 1988, see dtails on COA. Comes with official Warner Bros. COA handsigned by Steve Felton, Director Warner Bros. Animation Art. Warner Bros I.D. Number 66501 which matches the number on the cell. Overall measures...

SCARCE METAL 40 YEAR CALENDAR 1937 - 1976. FREE STANDING ON TRIPOD.

$70

Made of either Brass or Copper, it is 11.6cms in diameter and has no noticeable makers marks. An interesting piece !!

HUGE STUNNING HIGHLY CARVED ANTIQUE TEAK INDIAN MYTHICAL TEMPLE HORSE & RIDER

$1,499

Ex deceased estate with no history available on the item. Research revealed virtually nothing apart from the fact that an exact same piece was sold by an American antique dealer who dated it to be 19th Century / 1800s. The piece features an Indian...

14K GOLD / VINTAGE ENGLISH MADE TWIN BLADE + SCISSORS PEN KNIFE / FOLDING KNIFE.

$459

Weighs approx 30.5 grams & is 14cms long when fully extended & 6.7cms when closed ex the loop. Blades still reasonably sharp but they do have some surface rust as does the scissors. The base of the blades are stamped IXL GEORGE...

SCARCE c1970s COMBINATION TELEPHONE & LARGE SHOULDER BAG + ORIGINAL TAG.

$499

Hard to get in Australia, more common in USA. Made in the USA for “Dallas Handbags” and one would have to say .. totally bizarre. The shoulder bag is quite large, 38cms wide x 35cms high x 12cms deep and has a faux...

VERY LARGE SUPERBLY CARVED MOTHER OF PEARL CRUXIFIX + GOLD BAIL.

$299

Hard to date accurately but possibly c1950s / 1960s. Measures 8.9cms high x 5.3cms wide & weighs 26.8 grams. The pendant bail is not hallmarked but acid tested as minimum 9ct gold. In superb condition, no losses, no history is known about the...

RARE EARLY 1900s THOMAS WALKER & SON Ltd, UK "CHERUB III" SHIPS LOG ORIGINAL BOX

$559

First time that we have listed a Ships Log, so please feel free to ask questions. Unsure if complete and have no idea if it is functional. Comes in original wooden box, box has a split to lid. NOTE: Extremely heavy and large, unable to...

100% GENUINE / RARE EARLY TO MID 1800s PRE IMPERIAL GERMAN HUNTING SWORD.

$799

Sadly its missing all of the D guard but could be replaced by a swordsmith. Antler grip with decorative hunting dog pommel. Overall length 80cms, blade is 65cms. Blade has some age pitting and a worn point. The grip & blood guard are...

ANTIQUE CAMBRIDGE & PAUL INSTRUMENT Co WOODEN CASE AMMETER FOR MEASURING AMPERES

$159

Large wooden case measures 25cms high x 14cms x 15cms. Original plaque attached to lid, dial & face in very nice condition, missing canvas strap on one side. Sold as UNTESTED & AS IS with any faults, missing parts, damages etc

RARE 1800’s BERNARD BLOCH LARGE POTTERY TOBACCO JAR. NICE CONDITION.

$239

Hard to get in Australia!! There is a small chip to the underside of the base, very minor paint loss otherwise great condition. Approx 15cms high. There is a number to the base 400 X

VINTAGE / UNUSUAL / EXTREMELY HEAVY SET BRANDING IRON. D COE, ROYAL HOTEL NUNDAH

$199

Purchased at a deceased estate auction years ago, apparently it was the former property of D Coe, owner / publican of the Royal Hotel, Nundah, Brisbane. He was also a builder and ran the bar at various Racing Course meetings, including Beaudesert, mid...

c1950’s rare bizarre collection of Spanish bullfighting matchboxes

$269

A total of 30 matchboxes, all different and possibly a complete series set. The original art work appears to be have done by M da Leon initials can be seen on each matchbox. Accumulated on an extended holiday to Spain in...

Rare c1907 University of Pennsylvania 3 pc graduation regalia w/ name of owner

$299

The former property of Australian Dr Eric Cowlishaw who attended and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in c1907. His initials can be seen embroided on the gowns label. The lot consists of full length gown, shoulder / neck...

VINTAGE / UNKNOWN AMERICAN 14K GOLD SMALL LODGE PIN.

$179

The rear is stamped 14K, with what appears to be the makers name FOLGER 180 BROADWAY, NEW YORK 16.5mm high and weighs 2.4 grams, very nice condition.