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The piece has beautiful details such as the straw on the broom, the ruffles in the dress, the decoration on the scarf, the details of her fingers, the details in her face, and the general details of her clothing.  The piece, which is in great shape, has a wonderful form and is of a nice size. Please view photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late 1800s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Probably Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 3\/8\" by 1 7\/16\" at the base and is 4\" high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collection of William Kelly Young of Fort Worth Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The figure is in excellent condition. It has no cracks, repairs, or chips. It does have general crazing to the glaze and one small firing line which is original to the piece (about 1\/4\" below the hand on the broom stick in 6th and 7th photo). Please see photos to appreciate the condition and beauty of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Closing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a great and very rare piece which is beautiful, solid and in great shape. The nice colored glaze and the beautiful details make it a very nice piece to display. This piece deserves a prominent spot in any redware or art pottery collection. Sure to be a wonderful conversation piece. 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The body of the creamer has a beautiful repousse design of large flowers with leaves and surrounded by large symmetrical ear like shapes. On the corners below and above the main repousse design there are flower sprigs that are flat chased rather than being repousse style. A piece of exquisite workmanship. The bottom of the creamer has a double fleurs-de-lis, a walking bird facing left and part of a maker's mark \"?oI\" in a square.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1760's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France , the walking bird is the 1768 to 1774 discharge mark of Beauvais (see S. Wyler Book of Old Silver; Crown Publishers, IN NY; 1973; page 338)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003eBase is 1 1\/4\" diameter, top is 1 5\/8\" diameter, it is 3 1\/4\" at its widest point including the spout and handle, and it is 2 1\/8\" at its highest point at the top of the handle. The piece weighs 48.4 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnknown, but maker's mark indicated “?oI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped with double ended Fleur-de-lis, a walking bird facing left, and three letters in a square \"?oI\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamer is in great condition given its age. The piece has no breaks, repairs, dings or cracks. It does have scratches and general wear commensurate with its age. It could use a good cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is definitely a beautiful antique silver miniature with superb workmanship and a beautiful design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Closing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Definitely a quality piece worthy of a prominent spot in your old silver collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"1760s French Silver Miniature Creamer Repousse Floral and Foliate Design With Flat Chased Floral Sprigs Fully Hallmarked","offer_id":616619957,"sku":"","price":419.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/CreamerFrance1a.JPG?v=1571438766"},{"product_id":"egypt-gold-1960-ad-1379-ah-one-pound-commemorative-execution-of-aswan-high-dam-choice-bu","title":"Egypt Gold 1960 AD 1379 AH One Pound Commemorative Execution of Aswan High Dam Choice BU+","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003eA nice choice brilliant uncirculated 1960 (1379 AH) one Egyptian pound gold coin with full mint luster and beautiful mirror-like fields.  This coin was issued to commemorate the execution of the Aswan High Dam. The coin depicts an image of the dam on the obverse with trowl within the sun's discus. The reverse has the denomination and dates in both Ad and AH. It also has the wings of Horus below it and the words \"Al-Gomhuryah al-Arabia al-Mutahida\" or United Arab Republic. The coin was issued during the period where Egypt and Syria formed a Union. It is KM-401 and weighs 8.5 grams of 0.875 gold. This is the yellow gold variety. It measures approximately 24 mm in diameter. Please carefully review photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960 AD - 1379AH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a one pound, weighs 8.5 grams and is ~24 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is KM #401.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as a nice choice brilliant un-circulated with full mint luster. The coin is much better than the scan shows. It does have the normal scratches and bag marks that come with such coins. 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This is a dinar, citing the name of  Khumarawaih and the name of the caliph al-Mu'tamid on the obverse and has the name of the heir to the throne, al-Mufawwid on the reverse. The coin weighs about 3.9 grams and is about 23 mm in diameter.  The coin shows the date of minting as 276 AH and the mint as Misr, current day Fustat on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt. The coin also clearly shows the name of  Khumarawaih, al-Mu'tamid, al-Mufawwid, the date o0f minting, and the mint. This is a great looking and quality coin. Please note the coin is much better than the scan with very well defined and legible calligraphy. A definite quality coin to add to your collection. Please carefully review scan as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 276 AH or 889\/890 AD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint: \u003c\/strong\u003eMisr (al-Fustat) on the outskirts of current day Cairo the capital of Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a dinar, most likely weighing ~ 3.9 grams and is ~23 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences: \u003c\/strong\u003eIt is Album #664.1 and is rated as scarce. It is listed in Bernardi as 193De. The coin is not listed in Lane Poole's Catalogue of Islamic Coins Preserved in the Khedivial Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Tulunids were the first independent dynasty in Islamic Egypt (868–905 AD), when they broke away from the central authority of the Abbasid dynasty that ruled the Islamic Caliphate during that time. In the 9th century, internal conflict amongst the Abbasids meant that control of the outlying areas of the empire was increasingly tenuous, and in 868 the Turkic officer Ahmad ibn Tulun established himself as an independent governor of Egypt. He subsequently achieved nominal autonomy from the central Abbasids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKhumarawaih took over after the death of his father Ahmed in270 AH. The young Tulunid achieved political and military gains, enabling him to extend his authority from Egypt into northern Iraq, and as far north as Tarsus by 890. Being now a prominent player in the Near Eastern political stage, he negotiated two treaties with the Abbasids. In the first treaty in 886, al-Muwaffakin recognized Tulunid authority over Egypt and the regions of Syria for a thirty-year period. The second treaty, reached with al-Mu?tadid in 892, confirmed the terms of the earlier accord. Both treaties also sought to confirm the status of the Tulunid governor as a vassal of the caliphal family seated in Baghdad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  I would grade this coin as a good very fine or much better. The coin is beautiful and very legible calligraphy. It is much better than the scan shows. It has some minor areas of flatness and shows a line representing a crack in the die on the obverse (where the name of Khumarawaih is evident). Please see photo for condition information as the photos are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45445856657659,"sku":"","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/TUL001.JPG?v=1571438766"},{"product_id":"beautiful-and-rare-1826-matron-head-liberty-head-large-cent-pcgs-graded-vf35","title":"Beautiful and Rare 1826 Matron Head Liberty Head Large Cent PCGS Graded VF35","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e A nice very rare and PCGS VF35 copper 1826 Matron Head Liberty Head large cent or penny.   The coin itself is better than the scan shows and has much of its details evident. The date is readable and Liberty's head can be seen with the details of her hair and the word LIBERTY is on the obverse. The word one cent in the center of the reverse is obvious as is the wreath and the words United States of America. The coin has wear commensurate with its age and circulated status. The coin is problem free and in original condition. These coins were designed by Robert Scott . Early US coins such as this are gradually getting difficult to find, especially this date for which the mintage was 1,517,425. Please carefully view scan as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1826.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e NA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally 10.89 grams of a copper and is ~28-29 mm in diameter. The coin has the plain edge design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e Page 102  in \"2012 US Coin R. S. Yeoman (The Official Red Book), 65th edition, Kenneth Bressett, editor, Published by Whitman Publishing, LLC, Atlanta, GA.\" Page 60 in \"2011 US Coin Digest, David Harper Editor and Henry Miller Market Analyst, 9th Edition, Krause Publication, Iola, WI.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The coin is graded and slabbed by PCGS. It is graded as VF35. The coin has wear commensurate with its age, some scratches and bag marks. The coin is in excellent original condition and is truly problem free.  Please note the fogginess you see in the center of the reverse is in the plastic holder and not in the coin and does look this bad in reality. A definite rare find, deserving a spot in your collection. Please see photo to appreciate condition and beauty of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Beautiful and Rare 1826 Matron Head Liberty Head Large Cent PCGS Graded VF35","offer_id":618542921,"sku":"","price":494.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/LC034a.jpg?v=1571438766"},{"product_id":"antique-colorful-majolica-covered-cake-plate-or-dish-vine-and-floral-design-over-brown-basket-weave","title":"Antique Colorful Majolica Covered Cake Plate or Dish Vine and Floral Design Over Brown Basket Weave","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e A very  nice and colorful antique (Late 19th or early 20th century) Majolica pottery Covered Cake Plate or dish. This glazed majolica piece has a light green vine raised design with light red flowers all along the sides of the cover. It also has a green design on top. The cover has a knob like finial to hold it. The design is set on a brown basket weave textured background. The inside of the lid has the usual purple coloring you see in Majolica hollow ware. The dish has the same brown color of the lid's background along the edges. However, it is a mottled green color in the center and the footed back. The dish has a depressed center so that the cover\/lid would sit within it and does not slip out. Very nice and unusual piece is great condition given it is about 100 years old. Please carefully view photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1800's or early 1900's.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchased at an estate auction in Southeastern Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plate measures 8 1\/4\" in diameter and is 1 1\/8' high. the lid 6 1\/2 in diameter and is 5 1\/2\" high to the top of the finial. The entire piece is 6 1\/2\" high with the cover on the dish. The piece weighs 3 1\/4 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a nice and very unusual piece of majolica that is in such good condition after being around for almost 100 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The covered cake plate is in good condition with no cracks, hairlines or repairs. It has general crazing to the glaze. In addition, the piece has two chips, one on the edge of the rim of the cover (see 10th and 11th photos) and a small nick to the edge of the plate itself (see last photo). Other than that the colors are fresh and vivid and the piece looks great for being almost 100 years old. Please view photos carefully for additional condition information and to appreciate the beauty of this great piece. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Antique Colorful Majolica Covered Cake Plate or Dish Vine and Floral Design Over Brown Basket Weave","offer_id":684899181,"sku":"","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/CakeDish1a.jpeg?v=1571438766"},{"product_id":"antique-primitive-chalk-dog-figurine-staffordshire-spaniel-on-book-sitting-on-hind-with-head-turned","title":"Antique Primitive Chalk Dog Figurine Staffordshire Spaniel on Book Sitting on Hind With Head Turned","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e An antique nice size chalk figurine of a seated Staffordshire dog. The figurine shows a spaniel dog sitting on his hind legs on top of a book. The dog is in the typical Staffordshire spaniel pose with a lock on his collar. The dog, which is made of solid chalk is highlighted with yellow, black, and orange coloring as well as some glitter on his ears. The figurine is a nice size figurine showing beautiful details of the dog such as eyes, mouth, nose, and toes on the dog's paws. The dog is wearing a collar with the usual lock but does not show a chain as the English porcelain figures would. This piece was obviously an early American reproduction of the English version for the US market, especially in Southeastern Pennsylvania, where it was purchased. This piece was most likely a primitive decorative piece. Please carefully review photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain, but most likely late 1800's or early 1900's.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain, but most likely USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures ~6 5\/8\" at its highest and measures 4 1\/46\" by 2 1\/2\" at the base.  The piece weighs about 1 1\/4 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a great antique chalk dog figurine that has been around for over 100 years, it is a miracle that it is still intact. Please see photos to appreciate beauty and condition of the figurine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The figurine is in very good condition given its age. It has no breaks, hairlines, or repairs. There are small chips at the corners of the bottom edge of the base book. It also has scratches all over the body, some of which are deeper than others, and wear commensurate with its age. It also has small chips at the toes and the paw. The piece has lost some of its original coloring, however, it still retains most of it. Please view photos to appreciate the beauty and condition of this great piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44382385930491,"sku":"","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/ChalkDog2a.jpeg?v=1571438766"},{"product_id":"old-chromed-nickel-plated-match-safe-or-vesta-celluloid-image-of-beautiful-maiden","title":"Old Chromed Nickel Plated Match Safe or Vesta, Celluloid Image of Beautiful Maiden","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Antique thin pocket match safe, matchsafe or vesta made of chromed or nickel plated metal.  This match safe has a central colorful image of a woman with her hair up and wearing a light colored dress with a red border. The image is on what appears to be celluloid, inside a bezel on the lid. The lid is hinged and comprises almost a quarter of the front. The vesta has a hoop on top which can be used to attach it to a chain. It has a striker on the bottom and the back is plain.  This antique match safe was probably made in the USA in the late 1800s or early 1900s. The match safe has no markings as to the maker's name. It comes with a few vintage matches that were in it when we acquired it. Pleases carefully review the photos presented as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1800s or Early 1900s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" by 1 1\/16\" by 5\/16\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unknown\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unmarked\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e An antique and beautiful piece with a very nice image.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Match safe is in very good condition with no major problems. The hinged lid works great. The vesta has one or two minor and shallow dings to lid near the bottom. It has scratches and a few spots where the chrome or platting is lost on the back. Finally the loop on the top of the match safe is a bit loose and moves in its place but is not removable neither is it about to fall off, just wobbly in place. It also has general wear commensurate with its age and utilitarian function. Please see photos for additional condition information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Old Chromed\/Nickel Plated Match Safe Vesta Celluloid Image of Beautiful Maiden","offer_id":685356861,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/MS222a.jpeg?v=1571438766"},{"product_id":"beautiful-uncirculated-swiss-gold-coin-1935-l-b-twenty-francs-switzerland-confederation","title":"Beautiful Uncirculated Swiss Gold Coin 1935 L-B Twenty Francs Switzerland Confederation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  A beautiful gold coin from the Swiss Confederation or Switzerland. This is the 1935B twenty francs Swiss coin issued by the Swiss Confederation. The coin depicts the image of a young woman's head with flowers on her collar and the word Helvetia above her on the obverse. The reverse has shield having the Swiss cross dividing the denomination with oak branches and leaves as well as mountains in the background  and the date 1935 with the letters L and B surrounding it under the shield. This issue was apparently struck in 1945, 1946, and 1947. This is a very nice gold coin weighing about 6.4516 grams of 90% 25 purity gold that is shiny and having great eye appeal. Please carefully review the scan as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1935.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bern, Switzerland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a twenty francs weighing 6.4516 grams and measuring about 21 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is KM #35.1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as a nice uncirculated with all of its details being well preserved. The coin has some minor scratches throughout as well as a few light nicks and bag marks. However, the coin is still beautiful and would make a worthy addition to your Swiss or world gold coin collection. 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Please view the pictures as they are part and parcel of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e New York State, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e The flag is 3 1\/2\" by ~2 1\/2\", 1 1\/4\" high, and is 4 1\/4\" at its widest including the hinge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most likely E \u0026amp; Co. NY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e The raised numbers 1075 on the front and back the letters NY raised on back and some additional obliterated lettering on the back, which is probably E \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a very nice and unusual piece. 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The basket is made of braided grass and is beautifully shaped with the sides having decoration depicting three human figures (possibly women) with their arms to their sides and head covers made of darker plant material (grass). The rim of the basket is highlighted with darker (almost black or dark brown) grass in a nice slanted pattern. These basket were handcrafted in Arizona by tribal artisans and come with paper tags signed by the artisan and describing the material used as well as how the basket is made. A very nice decorative piece to add to your collection. Please carefully review the photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain but most likely mid to late 1900s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Papago or Tohono O'Odham tribe of Arizona, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e The base of the basket is ~6 1\/8\" in diameter and the top is ~9 1\/4\" in diameter, while the basket measures 5 1\/2\" in height. 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The piece, which is dated 1985, represents a standing father Christmas, Santa Clause or as Terri says a Belsnickel (The German Santa or the Pennsylvania Dutch Santa who is tough on Children and makes them be good). The figurine shows Santa wearing a long coat, tied with a rope around his waist. The coat has a pointed hood, which covers the Belsnickel's head. He is also wearing mitten, boots and has a long beard. The coloring of the piece is rather different and very interesting as it is grayish brown with brown and black highlights. The black highlights are indicative of manganese glazing. The piece is glazed throughout except for the base which is marked with the date and LB for Lester Breininger, suggesting that the piece was made by the master potter himself. The piece shows good details of Santa's coat, face and beard. The base of the figurine is unglazed and shows the color of unglazed redware. Very interesting Pennsylvania Dutch piece, by a master potter with the right heritage. 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The piece weighs a little over 3 ounces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lester Breininger\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"LB; 85; PA\" incised in block letters on the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a rather rare form by Lester Breininger himself, representing a true Pennsylvania subject. A definite beauty deserving of a prominent spot in any advanced redware collection.  Mr. Breininger, who had a Pennsylvania Dutch heritage, recently died in December 2011.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The piece is in very good condition. It has no cracks, hairlines, chips, or repairs.  It does have general crazing to the glaze throughout. It also has a firing crack, which we show in the 6th and 9th photos. This crack, which is original to the making of the piece is glazed over and does not compromise neither the integrity or the beauty of the piece. In addition, the piece has small firing cracks on the nose and the beard, see third photo, which again have been glazed over and original to the making of the piece same as a small nick at the base, which is also original to the making and glazed over. The piece also has some of the usual defects that you would expect to find in a primitive piece of pottery such as pops, slubs, and areas where the glaze did not fully flow. Be that as it may, this is a beautiful, unusual, and rare piece in very good shape by the master potter Lester Breininger. 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See Peter Hornsby's Book \"Pewter of The Western World, 1600-1850\" Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd of Exton, Pennsylvania in 1983 pages 154 - 157 for antique examples of this piece.  Please view the photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 1\/2\" in diameter, 3\/8\" high, and is 3 3\/4\" long when you include the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stede Metal Company\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Has the STEDE mark of a stamped horse's head in a square with the word STEDE stamped under it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e A lot of vintage pieces of beautiful pewter which would display very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The porringers are in very good condition with no breaks, repairs or dings. 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The lid has a thumb piece in the shape of a flattened ball with a finial on top to open and close it. The lid is Marked Rein Zinn, the famous German maker of pewter implements. The exterior of the stein is decorated with a very colorful transfer image depicting a woman on top of a wagon filled with house hold items heading into a village and being greeted by a well dressed man raising his hat and holding flowers in his hand. There is also a man with a mustache walking next to a cow with several children next to him walking behind the wagon. The mug has the words \"Bauernhochzeit\" which means \"Peasant Wedding\" at the bottom edge below the wagon and the words \"Der Hammerwagen\" or the \"Hammer Wagon\" at the bottom edge below the man, children and cow. Based on the inscription one can deduce that the woman is the bride, the man with the cow is her father and the man greeting her is the groom.  The sky above the scenes is orange and there is mountains and trees in the horizon and background. The village where the wagon is heading has homes and a high steeple. There is also what looks like a lot of people on the streets of the village, I guess they are getting ready for the wedding. The stein is of white ceramic as background. It has an applied handle and the lid's hinge is affixed to the top of the handle. The round bottom of the stein is unmarked. Please carefully review the photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late 1900's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 3 7\/8\" diameter at the base, 3 1\/2\" diameter on top, ~5 1\/2\" at its widest including the handle and is 7 1\/4\" high to the top of the thumb piece for the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bottom of the stein is unmarked as to the maker's name. However, the inside of the lid is marked \"Rein Zinn\", which we assume is the maker of the pewter lid, but we are not certain that they made the stein itself. 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This is just a great piece to add to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Vintage German Stein Rein Zinn Pewter Lid Colorful Design of Hammer Wagon For a Peasant Wedding","offer_id":696056953,"sku":"","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/SteinWagon1a.jpeg?v=1571438767"},{"product_id":"antique-tin-abc-plate-nursery-rhyme-who-killed-cock-robin-i-said-the-sparrow-with-my-bow-and-arrow-i-killed-cock-robin","title":"Antique Tin ABC Plate Nursery Rhyme, Who Killed Cock Robin I, Said the Sparrow With My Bow and Arrow I Killed Cock Robin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e An Antique ferrous metal or tin ABC Plate. The plate is stamped and shows a bird perched on a branch in its flat center. The center rises with slightly curved short side walls to a flat rim. The plate's flat rim is slightly slanted towards the center. The rim displays the alphabet from A to Z. The center has the famous nursery rhyme which goes \"Who killed cock robin; I, said the sparrow, with my bow and arrow; I, killed cock robin\" surrounding the image of the bird. This plate has seen quite a bit of use and lost most of its finish showing the bare metal throughout the top of the plate. The bottom of the plate is better preserved and shows what the plate must have looked like when it was new.  Please view photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interestingly, 'Who killed cock robin?' is best described as an English folksong or poem rather than a nursery rhyme.  The words of \"Who killed cock robin\" are said to refer to the death of the legendary figure of Robin Hood and not that of a bird. The legend of Robin Hood encompasses the theme that he stole from the rich to give to the poor. 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As we indicated above the top of the plate lost most of its finish (the tin) and shows the darkened rough surface of the metal. The plate has some minor dings where the edge was pushed in these can be seen in the fourth photo showing the back with the worst being at about 1 o'clock. The piece has some scratches and ware commensurate with its age and utilitarian function.  Please view photos to appreciate the beauty and condition of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Antique Tin ABC Plate Nursery Rhyme, Who Killed Cock Robin I, Said the Sparrow With My Bow and Arrow I Killed Cock Robin","offer_id":696075493,"sku":"","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/TinABCPlate1a.jpeg?v=1571438767"},{"product_id":"beautiful-brown-and-green-pennsbury-pottery-pretzel-bowl-american-spread-eagle-decoration","title":"Beautiful Brown and Green Pennsbery Pottery Pretzel Bowl American Spread Eagle Decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeautiful large and deep pretzel bowl by the Pennsbury Pottery of Morris . This large, pretzel-shaped bowl has a green colored rim and is decorated with an eagle in its center. The eagle has spread wings and is holding an American flag shield with arrows in one foot and an olive branch in the other. The eagle has a banner in its beak, which reads E Pluribus Unum. The bowl has the typical Pennsbury colors of yellow-brown both on the inside and outside. The piece is marked on the back \"Pennsbury Pottery\". Please carefully review the photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid 1900s. 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The bowl has two handles in the shape of apple tree branches on the sides with beautiful raised decoration of branches, blossoms and leaves on the smooth light green colored background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1940s - Early 1950's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roseville, Ohio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 3\/4\"\" in diameter, 2 1\/2\" high, and 10 1\/2\"at its widest including the handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roseville Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks: \u003c\/strong\u003eRoseville, USA, 328-8\" in relief on the bottom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eBowl is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, or hairlines. Has minor crazing, which is hard to see and some minor blemishes at the edge (see second photo).  Its colors are fresh and vivid suggesting that it was well taken care of and treasured for the past 65 years, what a beauty. Please view photos to appreciate its beauty and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Roseville Pottery Apple Blossom 8\" Green Console Bowl","offer_id":697778061,"sku":"","price":134.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/AppleBloosm328-6a.jpeg?v=1571438767"},{"product_id":"vintage-hammered-brass-bucket-iron-handle-and-copper-rivets-incised-decoration","title":"Vintage Hammered Brass Bucket Iron Handle and Copper Rivets Incised Decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003eA vintage, what looks like hand-hammered, brass bucket. The bucket has a nice rolled rim and a loop handle made out of a ferrous metal (it sticks to a magnet) with hooked ends inserted into brass eyelets situated on both sides of the bucket.  The eyelets are made of brass and are attached to the side of the bucket with copper rivets. The bucket has a slightly rounded circular base with flared sides rising to the rolled rim. The sides and base of the bucket shows marks of hammering to form it. The inside of the bucket has incised concentric circles in the bottom and incised lines running around the sides near the top and close to the bottom. This is a nice size and substantial bucket weighing almost 1 3\/4 pounds. Just a beautiful piece of older brass, which would look great in your collection. 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The piece weighs almost 1 3\/4 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis a very nice piece of Americana worthy of a spot in your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe piece is in great condition given its age and utilitarian function. It appears to have been recently cleaned, which is the way you are supposed to maintain old brass implements. The piece is just beautiful and appears to be problem free. It does have one small bump at the edge of the base, which maybe an artifact of the hammering, but we believe it is actually a small bump. In addition, the piece has some stains on the inside as well as some staining on the bottom, with signs of verdigris, all of which can be seen in the photos. We do not know whether these stains would clean or not. Be that as it may, the exterior of the piece is beautiful and clean, and the piece would look great when displayed and would make a great addition to your collection. Please see photos to appreciate the beauty and condition of this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Vintage Hammered Brass Bucket Iron Handle and Copper Rivets Incised Decoration","offer_id":697788101,"sku":"","price":144.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/BrassBucket1a.jpeg?v=1571438767"},{"product_id":"antique-repousse-sterling-silver-matchsafe-or-vesta-art-nouveau-design","title":"Antique Repousse Sterling Silver Matchsafe or Vesta Art Nouveau Design","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003eAntique match safe or vesta made of sterling silver.  This match safe has a repousse art Nouveau design on both sides. It has a striker on the bottom and a hinged lid with a hoop to attach it to a chain. The match safe has no markings as to the maker's name. It is marked STERLING (impressed from the inside near the edge of the lip where the lid sits) and has an imprint of what looks like a \"B\" or a \"G\" next to it. It also has the initials T H N engraved on the side. This antique matchsafe was probably made in the USA in the late 1800s or early 1900s. 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See second photo where the lighting has given a brick colored highlight. The piece does not have such coloring this is a reflection off the ding. It has scratches and general wear commensurate with its age and utilitarian function.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Antique Repousse Sterling Silver Matchsafe or Vesta Art Nouveau Design","offer_id":697792229,"sku":"","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/MatchSafeArtNouveau3a.jpeg?v=1571438767"},{"product_id":"egypt-gold-1938-ah-1357-twenty-piastres-commemorating-king-farouk-s-wedding-graded-ms65-by-ngc","title":"Egypt Gold 1938, AH 1357 Twenty Piastres Commemorating King Farouk's Wedding Graded MS65 by NGC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003eUncirculated, Mint State 65, 1938 (1357 AH) twenty Egyptian Piastres gold coin with full mint luster. The coin is graded by The Numismatic Guaranty Corporation of America as Mint State (MS) 65. The coin depicts the ex-king of Egypt Farouk the first with uniformed bust facing left.  These coins were minted to commemorate the young king's wedding to queen Farida in 1938. The coin is labeled (Al Mamlaka al Masriyah) Kingdom of Egypt.  It is KM-370 and weighs 1.7 grams of 0.875 gold. This is the yellow gold version. It measures approximately 15mm in diameter. 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Please see photo for condition information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42127173353723,"sku":"","price":549.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/EG-046a.jpeg?v=1571438767"},{"product_id":"antique-redware-miniature-manganese-glazed-pitcher-possibly-jacob-medinger","title":"Antique Redware Miniature Manganese Glazed Pitcher Possibly Jacob Medinger","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique manganese and lead glazed redware miniature pitcher. This 19th century miniature has a beautiful classic shape and a greenish-brown glaze reminiscent of the glazes Jacob Medinger was famous for. The pitcher has a flat base rising to a neck in a bulbous shape. At the neck the sides flare out to a plain rim having a spout. The pitcher has a nice applied handle. The Pitcher has several lightly incised lines at the shoulder below the neck as decoration. It is glazed with a greenish-brown colored background having the dark brown splotches associated with manganese glazing. A very nice shape and rare color.  Please review the photos as they are part and parcel of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1800's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeastern Pennsylvania\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 2 3\/16\" diameter at the base, 3 7\/8\" high, and is 3 5\/8\" at its widest including the handle and the spout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain but possibly Jacob Medinger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a very well made and very nice antique miniature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Super condition giving its age with no cracks, repairs, or hairlines. It does have general fine crazing, which gives this pitcher a beautiful character and makes great to display. It also has two chips to the edge of the base, some shallow chips and glaze loss at the spout, and some spots where the glaze is lost resulting in general roughness at the rim. Finally, the piece has a black inclusion which is original to the piece and does not compromise its quality or condition. All of these issues can be seen in the photos. Please see photos to appreciate the quality, beauty and condition of this great miniature antique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":709215125,"sku":"","price":289.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/MiniPitcher267Ca.jpeg?v=1571438768"},{"product_id":"vintage-towle-770-sterling-silver-creamer-and-sugar-with-applied-handles","title":"Vintage Towle 770 Sterling Silver Creamer and Sugar With Applied Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage and rather unusual sterling silver creamer and sugar hollowware made by the Towle silver company of Massachusetts. These nice size pieces have round bases and sounded flared sides which rise to a shoulder. The shoulders then rise with a straight neck ending in rolled rims. Both pieces have applied handles. The creamer having only one applied handle has a spout. The handles are decorative in nature and has rounded ends with leaf like design on top. Just a great set, which is rather uncommon in the sense that if you perform a n internet search you will see an endless supply of flatware but no hollowware. Please carefully view photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain but most likely early to mid 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Massachusetts, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamer is 2 7\/8\" at its highest,  2 1\/4\" diameter at the base, and is 4 1\/2\" at its widest point including the handle and spout.  The sugar bowl is 2 7\/8\" to the top of the handle, 2 1\/4\" diameter at the base, and is 5 1\/2\" at its widest including both handles. Both pieces weigh 5.2 troy ounces together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Towle Silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marked on the bottom of both pieces the Towle Sterling 770. This pair has been together from the time they were made and they are number 770. Please view photos to appreciate the beauty and condition of this beautiful pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e A nice set with the antique classical shape and look. Both pieces are offered for the price of one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003e Both pieces are in excellent condition with no breaks, dings, or repairs. Both pieces have scratches throughout. Please note the creamer has a line of soiling on the base, which we believe would clean nicely, but even if it does not it would not distract from the beauty and quality of the piece. We believe that the pieces could use a good cleaning. However, we will leave that to the discretion of the next owner. Please view photos to appreciate the beauty and condition of this set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Closing:\u003c\/strong\u003e A beautiful set of substantial construction. Combined they weigh 5.2 troy ounces and are really solid and feel great in your hand. This is a beautiful set with very nice classic shapes, which would display nicely in your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Vintage Towle 770 Sterling Silver Creamer and Sugar With Applied Handles","offer_id":709281269,"sku":"","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/TowleStrlngCrmSgr1a.jpeg?v=1571438768"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-stuffed-cloth-seed-beads-decorated-heart-shaped-pincushion","title":"Antique Victorian Stuffed Cloth Seed Beads Decorated Heart Shaped Pincushion","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a beautiful, most likely handmade, antique Victorian heart shaped pincushion. The pincushion, which is made of velvety material on the front and colored material on the back, is decorated with seed beads at the edges of the heart. These have colors such as white, blue and red. In addition, the seed beads and other larger glass beads are used to make decorative tassels which are attached to the bottom and sides of the heart as well as to the top. There is also a beaded, what I would call chain from which one can hang the pin cushion. The color of the front of the cushion used to be red or purple but has faded to a dirty brownish-purple as did most of the colored seed beads and many of the glass beads. The back of the cushion, which was obviously never subject to sun tight, is a dark blue with a red border. This is a truly nice old piece that is an exceptionally good condition for such an old utilitarian piece made of cloth and sewed beads. Please carefully review the photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain but most likely mid to late 1800s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchased at an estate auction in Southeastern Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003eThe heart measures ~4 1\/4\" at its longest, 4 1\/4\" at its widest and is 1 1\/8 thick\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very nice old pincushion, which would make a great addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  The pincushion is in great condition with no rips, repairs, or losses of beads that we could find. The only issue we see is the fading of the colors on the front, which probably happened because the cushion was hung in the sun. In addition, the piece has areas where some of the nap on the surface of the velvety material in the front has occured, possibly from use. This is supported by the fact that the back still has its colors in good condition and vivid as possibly the day the cushion was made. Please see photos for additional condition information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Antique Victorian Stuffed Cloth Seed Beads Decorated Heart Shaped Pincushion","offer_id":709323357,"sku":"","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/PincushionHeart1a.jpeg?v=1571438768"},{"product_id":"antique-tin-penny-bank-in-the-form-of-a-bank-building-with-red-painted-roof","title":"Antique Tin Penny Bank In The Form Of A Bank Building With Red Painted Roof","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique and scarce painted tin penny bank in the form of a bank building. The bank shows a door in the front surrounded by two reticulated windows and the word BANK in raised lettering on top of it. The Building has a reticulated window on each side and a flat undecorated  back. The building has a pitched roof on top, which has cupola on top. The cupola has windows in relief on all sides, double windows in the front and back and single on the sides. The coin slot is on the roof near the back edge. The base is also solid. Both the roof and the top of the cupola are painted red as is the edge of the base. It would appear that they have been repainted sometime in the past. The bank shows nice details of the door and windows.  Just a beautiful penny bank in good used condition. Please carefully review photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1800's to early 1900's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bank measures 4 1\/2\" High and the base is 3 3\/8\" by 2 3\/4\". The piece weighs over 3 ounces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece: \u003c\/strong\u003e A nice piece to add to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bank is in good used and played with condition. It is bent at the edges of the roof and the base. It is also banged in on the front. It has minor signs of rust Paint losses to the roof. Be that as it may this is an old piece, which has seen a lot of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBecause of the piece's condition, we are selling it \"AS IS\" at a low price.  Please view photos to appreciate beauty and condition of this great piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Antique Tin Penny Bank In The Form Of A Bank Building With Red Painted Roof","offer_id":713450181,"sku":"","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/BankBldgTin1a.jpeg?v=1571438768"},{"product_id":"rare-roseville-pottery-beautiful-5-blue-pine-cone-jardiniere","title":"Roseville Pottery Beautiful 5\" Blue Pine Cone Jardinière","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e A most beautiful and rare Jardinière made by the Roseville Pottery Company.  The jardinière is in the blue pine cone pattern. The piece has two small handles which are cast in the form of pine tree branches. Look at the pretty pine cones with the pine needles around them, and the continuation of the pine tree branch from the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate: \u003c\/strong\u003emid 1930's.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e  It is unmarked as is the norm with most pieces of this pattern. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e It measures 5 3\/4\" in diameter at the top and 3 3\/8\" at the base. It is 5\" high and absolutely gorgeous. .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e This piece is in very good conditions and has no cracks, hairlines, crazing or blemishes.  The bottom has a few rough spots which can be seen in the third picture. The top rim has three small and faint looking chips which can also be seen on the first photo. The inside of the piece has what looks like residue from hard water, which we have not attempted to clean. Despite all of that, this is a beautiful piece where the colors are fresh and vivid suggesting that it was well taken care of and treasured for the past 71 years, what a beauty. Please view photos to appreciate its beauty and condition. It is a sight to behold. \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBecause the piece is not perfect we are selling it as is with no reserve and at a low starting price.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Roseville Pottery Beautiful 5\" Blue Pine Cone Jardinière","offer_id":718412433,"sku":"","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/PineConeJardiniere1A.jpeg?v=1571438768"},{"product_id":"antique-cast-iron-still-bank-puppy-with-bug-on-back-puppo-minnie-by-hubley","title":"Antique Cast Iron Still Bank Puppy with Bug on Back Puppo Minnie by Hubley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  A nice antique cast iron still penny bank.  It is cast in the form of a puppy sitting on all four with his head turned to the right. There is a bug, possibly a fly, on his back and she is trying to see it. The puppy has a red mouth and black eyes. It has the word \"MINNIE\" written on its chest. The piece has a brown color or patina, which maybe an indication that something happened to the original paint. Maybe it was subjected to dirt, fire, was buried for a while, was colored by the young person who once owned it, or possibly this is a rare variant with a different color. References shows the bank being white and black in colors and hence our confusion. The casting is very well done and shows great details of the puppy and bug. The bank is made of two halves held together with a screw. We believe the screw is original to the piece. We have not opened the bank and as such we do not know if it has any markings. The bank has the coin slot on the back at the base of the pup's head.  See page 81 in Andy and Susan Moore's book \"The Penny Bank Book; Collecting Still Banks\" Published by Schiffer Books, of Exton, PA in 1984 for a similar example made by Hubley in the 1920s-1930s. This bank is referred to as Puppo and is bank 416 in the reference mentioned. This bank was purchased as part of a large collection of cast iron penny banks, which we will be listing over the coming weeks and months. Please carefully review the pictures presented as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1920's - 1930's.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchased in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures approximately 5\" in height and is 3 7\/8\" by 3 1\/4\" at the base. The bank weighs almost 2 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain, but most likely Hubley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain, since we did not open it to see if it is marked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very nice bank in very good condition which would look nice in your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bank is in excellent condition with no repairs or breaks. It's original color has been covered with a brown coloring of unknown origin, but one can see its original coloring under the brown coloring. The screw holding it together appears to be original to the piece. However. we were unable to unscrew it and that is the reason we did not open the bank. As we indicated earlier, we believe the piece is all original and we did not see any problem with the piece except for some minor surface rust on the base. However, this does not distract from the bank's quality or beauty. 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The piece has acquired a dark patina with age, where the original coloring is lost.  The bank is made of two halves held together with a screw, which we believe is original to the piece. We have opened the bank and found running of the gold coloring on the inside but did not find any markings. The inside also has surface oxidation, but nothing to worry about. The bank has the coin slot on the back of the horses' neck and ending on his back.  See page 86 (bank number 518) in Andy and Susan Moore's book \"The Penny Bank Book; Collecting Still Banks\" Published by Schiffer Books, of Exton, PA in 1984 for a similar example. This bank was purchased as part of a large collection of cast iron penny banks, which we will be listing over the coming weeks and months. Please carefully view the pictures presented as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early 1900's.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchased in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e measures approximately 4 1\/4\" in height to the top of the ears. The piece also measures about 4 3\/4\" long and is about 1 1\/2\" at its widest.  The bank weighs ~10.5 ounces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very nice and rare bank in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bank is in excellent condition with no repairs or breaks. It has lost much of its original paint, but still retain some on the back and below on the belly. It has acquired a darkened patina with age which gives it a nice character. The bank also has a pinhole on the side of the horse opposite where the screw goes in, which we believe is original to the making of  the piece. Other than that we see no other issues. Please see photos for additional condition information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Closing: \u003c\/strong\u003e Definitely a quality scarce piece that is all original. It is a well made piece and would make an excellent addition to your still penny banks collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":718939389,"sku":"","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/Horse2a.jpeg?v=1571438768"},{"product_id":"antique-carved-wood-primitive-butter-print-stylized-flower-decoration","title":"Antique Carved Wood Primitive Butter Print Stylized Flower Decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  A beautiful antique lathe turned wood wooden butter print. The butter print, which is made of a single piece of wood is decorated with a deep carved stylized flower. The print has a large flat surface with a deep carved flower in its center surrounded by leaves on branches and having carved design at the edge surrounded by two incised lines at the rim. The print also has a knob like handle on top. The entire piece appears to be made of a soft wood that is unfinished. Please view photos carefully as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-1800's.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeastern Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures ~4 1\/2\" in diameter  at the design part and is ~3\" high.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece: \u003c\/strong\u003e Very interesting old butter print with a nice design.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The piece is in good condition given its age and utilitarian function. It has no repairs, or cracks. It has general wear and scratches commensurate with its age and use. It also has some minor stains and soiling, and a few chips along the edge of the piece which can be seen in the photos. The piece has acquired a nice patina with age. Please see photos to appreciate its beauty and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Antique Carved Wood Primitive Butter Print Stylized Flower Decoration","offer_id":718970569,"sku":"","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/Thistle1a.jpeg?v=1571438768"},{"product_id":"very-nice-vintage-pewter-ice-cream-mold-of-an-easter-chick-marked-603","title":"Very Nice Vintage Pewter Ice Cream Mold of an Easter Chick, Marked 603","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e A very nice pewter ice cream mold in the form of a chick, which we believe it is for Easter. The mold is made of two halves joined together with a hinge. It opens to reveal the clean and smooth design on the inside on both halves. The inside of the mold shows the shiny design of the chick. It shows the chick standing in what looks like grass and has its beak open. The design shows great details and looks rather busy. The piece has two small thumb pieces at the edge of one on each half to allow you to open it easily. It is marked with the number 603, on the outside, in raised lettering. Please carefully review photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Was purchased at an estate auction in Southeastern Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures ~2\" by ~2 1\/4\" at the base, is ~3 1\/8\" high, is ~1 3\/4\" at its widest and is ~4\" long. The piece weighs 11.5 ounces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marked with the number 603 on the exterior in raised lettering. It has no other markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece: T\u003c\/strong\u003ehis is a very nice and unusual piece to be used to make ice cream treats during Easter. It is really a substantial piece weighing 11.5 ounces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is in excellent condition, with no breaks, cracks, repairs or losses. It does have some general wear commensurate with its age and utilitarian function. It also has some rust at the bottom of the hinge, see last photo. Finally, the metal rod holding the hinge, is a bit loose and falls out and maybe the reason there is the rust at the bottom of the hinge. Be that as it may, the piece is still great looking and intact. Please see photo for additional condition information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Very Nice Vintage Pewter Ice Cream Mold of an Easter Chick, Marked 603","offer_id":719127561,"sku":"","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/ChickIceCreamMold1a.jpeg?v=1571438768"},{"product_id":"cairo-egypt-gold-coin-ottoman-sultani-1003-1012-ah-mehmed-or-muhammad-iii","title":"Cairo Egypt Gold Coin Ottoman Sultani 1003-1012 AH Mehmed or Muhammad  III","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Sultani struck in Egypt during the reign of Muhammad III (or Mehmed III) who ascended the throne in 1595 AD (1003 AH). The coin was struck in the period 1595 - 1603 AD (1003-1012 AH). The coin shows the date clearly as 1003 AH, which is Muhammed's accession date to the throne. Ottoman coins at that time used such a date for most coins struck during a sultan's reign and did not have the actual year of striking indicated. It also clearly shows the mint as Misr current day Fustat on the outskirt of Cairo the current capital of Egypt. The obverse of the coin reads \"Sultan Muhammad  bin Murad Khan Ezat Nasruh Duriba Fee Misr Sanat 1003\", while the reverse reads \"Sultan al Barrain wa Khaqan al Bahrain; al-Sultan ibn al-Sultan.\" Please carefully review the scan as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marked 1003 AH or 1595 AD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Misr current day Fustat on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a sultani, weighs 3.4 grams and is about 20.5 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is KM #6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as very fine or much better with a well centered and bold strike. The calligraphy is very readable and is all there. The coin does have area of flatness or strike weakness which can be seen in the scan. Additionally the coins has a slightly wavy flan. This is a quality coin and would make a great addition to your collection. Please see photo to judge the grade and to appreciate the quality as well as the condition of this beautiful coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike prior Islamic coins struck in Egypt, Ottoman coins do not have long praying sentences. They contain the name of the Sultan and his father's, name of the mint, the accession date for the Sultan, and a short wishful sentence such as \"khullide mulkehu (may his rule be permanent)\" or \"azzet nasrehu (may his glory be holy)\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ottoman Empire existed from 699 AH (1300 AD) till 1341AH (1924 AD). In the beginning, the Ottoman state struck only silver coins known as Akce until the reign of Muhammad II (Mehmet the conqueror). On May 29, 1453, Mehmet II conquered Constantinople, the capital city of the Byzantine Empire. He made it the capital of the Ottoman State and called in Konstantiniye or Qustantinya (current day Istanbul). In 1478 he began striking Gold coins known as Sultani (also known as Dinar, Ashrafi, Funduk, or Altin). He based it on the Venetian ducat standard of 3.5 gram of high purity gold  (over 21K).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgypt was conquered by Selim I in 1517 AD (921 AH) and the mamluk rule was ended. Selim I, began striking coins in Cairo and used the mint name \"MISR\" on the coins. Although the Ottoman were the official rulers of Egypt the mamluks still wheeled quite a bit of power until Mohammad Ali massacred the last of them at the Cairo Citadel in the early 1800's. The obverse of the coin reads \"Al Sultan Suleyman, Ibn Selim Khan, azzet nasrehu, Duriba Fee Misr Sanat 926 (literally translated as The Sultan Suleyman son of sultan Selim khan, may his glory be holy, struck in Egypt in the year 926).\" Please carefully view photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ottoman empire reached the height of its power under Sulayman I the Magnificent, with territory extending across north Africa and through the Balkans into Hungary. Coins were struck in more than forty mints spread throughout the empire. Sulayman was distinguished for his justice and tolerance. His military, educational, and legal reforms earned him the name Sulayman the Lawgiver (al-Kanuni) among Muslims. He was fond of pomp and splendor and was a lavish patron of the arts and of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehmed III remains notorious even in Ottoman history for having nineteen of his brothers and half brothers executed to secure power. Mehmed III was an idle ruler, leaving government to his mother. 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Ottoman coins at that time used such a date for most coins struck during a sultan's reign and did not have the actual year of striking indicated. It also clearly shows the mint as Misr current day Fustat on the outskirt of Cairo the current capital of Egypt. The obverse of the coin has Osman's Toughra and the words\"Ezat Nasruh Duriba Fee Misr Sanat 1168\", while the reverse reads \"Sultan al-Barain wa Khaqan al-Bahrain, al-Sultan Ibn al-Sultan.\" This coin has the letter Sad above the noun in ibn (this is type viii). The coin had a hole which has been plugged (please see about 12:00 O'clock on the  obverse). Please carefully view the scan as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marked 1168 AH or 1754 AD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Misr current day Fustat on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a zeri mahbub, weighs 2.57 grams and is about 22 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is KM 97 and is listed in Kazan as 824 and listed in Lane Poole's Catalog of the Khedivial Collection as1750.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as extremely fine with mush of its original mint luster remaining, and a well centered and bold strike. The calligraphy is very readable and is all there.  The coin has a slightly wavy flan and has a plugged hole. However, this does not distract from the beauty or quality of the coin. This is a quality coin Please see photo to appreciate the quality and condition of this beautiful coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike prior Islamic coins struck in Egypt, Ottoman coins do not have long praying sentences. They contain the name of the Sultan and his father's, name of the mint, the accession date for the Sultan, and a short wishful sentence such as \"khullide mulkehu (may his rule be permanent)\" or \"azzet nasrehu (may his glory be holy)\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ottoman Empire existed from 699 AH (1300 AD) till 1341AH (1924 AD). In the beginning, the Ottoman state struck only silver coins known as\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkce until the reign of Muhammad II (Mehmet the conqueror). On May 29, 1453, Mehmet II conquered Constantinople, the capital city of the Byzantine Empire. 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The obverse of the coin reads \"Al Sultan Suleyman, Ibn Selim Khan, azzet nasrehu, Duriba Fee Misr Sanat 926 (literally translated as The Sultan Suleyman son of sultan Selim khan, may his glory be holy, struck in Egypt in the year 926).\" Please carefully view photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ottoman empire reached the height of its power under Sulayman I the Magnificent, with territory extending across north Africa and through the Balkans into Hungary. Coins were struck in more than forty mints spread throughout the empire. Sulayman was distinguished for his justice and tolerance. His military, educational, and legal reforms earned him the name Sulayman the Lawgiver (al-Kanuni) among Muslims. He was fond of pomp and splendor and was a lavish patron of the arts and of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe later years of Sulayman's reign were marred by family disputes over the succession. His favorite wife, Roxelana (or Khurema) intrigued against his eldest son, Mustafa, on behalf of her two sons, Selim and Beyazid. Mustafa built up his own faction, which seemed a threat to Sulayman. In 1553, Sulayman had him executed. Upon Roxelana's death, Selim and Beyazid quarreled. Beyazid rose in revolt, met defeat, and fled to Persia. The shah of Persia was induced to return him for a large sum, and Beyazid was executed. 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His full name being, Al-'Aziz 'Imad Al-Din Abu Al-Fath 'Uthman Ibn Yusuf. Please carefully review the scan as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Date is missing from the coin, but was struck during the rule of Uthman or Othman sometime in the period 1193-1198 AD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e al-Iskandareiya, current day Alexandria in Egypt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a dinar, weighs 3.25 grams and is 19 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is Album #794, it is similar to Balog as 190-193 but the date is missing and is listed as 1354 in Lane Poole's Catalog of the Khedivial Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as very fine. The coin has a granular texture and some areas of weakness. However, the calligraphy is clear and very readable and the mint name is clear. Please note the coin itself is much better than the scan shows with very well defined and legible calligraphy. A definite quality coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Prespective:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ayyubids were one of the great Islamic dynasties. The dynasty was founded by al-Nasir Salah al-Din Yusuf I (Saladin) in AH 564\/1169 AD and ruled in Egypt and Syria until falling to the Mamluks in the mid 7th century AH. The Ayyubids are of Kurdish origins. Saladin and his brother Shirquah were recruited among others by the Zangid Nur Al-Din. Shirquah gained control over Egypt from the fatimids, and died almost immediately, leaving his nephew Salah El-Din Ibn Ayyub as his successor and soon was recognized by his troops. Saladin (probably the most respected figure of the middle ages by both friends and foes) was the real founder of the Dynasty. With his victory at Hittin in 583 AH\/ 1187 AD, the holy city of Jerusalem was liberated from the crusaders and great event in Muslim history. He extinguished the last Fatimids of Egypt and replaced the Isma’ili Shiism by a strongly Orthodox Sunni religious and educational policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAl-'Aziz Uthman was the son of Salah al-Din (Saladin). He ruled for about 10 years and issued gold coins, which continued to look like the Fatimid Dinars.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Egypt Ayyubid Gold Coin Alexandria Mint Al-Aizi Uthman Dinar 585-595 AH \/ 1193-1198 AD VF","offer_id":720243853,"sku":"","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/AYB011.jpeg?v=1571438769"},{"product_id":"1835-geneva-reformation-tercentenary-celebration-bronze-cast-medal-busts-of-calvin-viret-de-beze-farel-by-jean-antoine-bovy","title":"1835 Geneva Reformation Tercentenary Celebration Bronze Cast Medal Busts of Calvin, Viret, de Beze, Farel By Jean Antoine Bovy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e   An about uncirculated nicely toned 1835 cast bronze large and heavy medal. This is a Geneva reformation medal commemorating 300 years anniversary of the  reformation. The obverse shows the seal of Geneva connecting four busts of the Swiss Reformers: John Calvin, Pierre Viret, Theodore Beza, \u0026amp; William Farel. The circular inscription reads: JVBIL REFORMAT RELIG GENEV TERT SEC CELEBR AVG D XXIII AN MDCCCXXXV, which translated means ‘The Celebration of the 300th Jubilee of the Religious Reformation in Geneva 1835.’ The reverse shows two women symbolizing Faith \u0026amp; Reason, support a Bible on a lectern beneath a radiant dove. The circular inscription reads: BIBLIA FIDEI ET RATIONI RESTITVTA, which translated means ‘The Restitution of a Rational Biblical Faith,’ and signed A. BOVY INV ET F. This is a very large medal, is rather heavy, and considered a scarce medal in bronze. It is absolutely great looking and has a beautifully handsome patina. Please carefully review the photos presented as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Calvin (1509-1564): The acknowledged leader of the Swiss Reformation in Geneva.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePierre Viret (1511-1571): The Swiss Reformer from Lausanne.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheodore Beza (1519-1605): Calvin’s successor in Geneva.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWilliam Farel (1489-1565): The founder of the Reformed churches in Neuchatel, Berne, and Geneva.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1835.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geneva, Switzerland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The medal weigh almost 4 ounces or 113 grams and is ~61.5 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e By Jean Antoine Bovy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slg. 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The inside of the box has a gold wash and is marked with the Leopard head (London Assay) the Lion Passant (Sterling), capital O in an upside shield (1909-1910) and the maker's mark CD. The inside also has an elastic band to hold the cigarettes in place. The box has a low and very slick looking profile. It could probably be used as a card case if you would like. It is monogrammed BhA on the front. Sure to get a lot of comments. Please view photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1909 - 1910.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e London, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~2 1\/2\" by ~3 1\/4\" by ~3\/8\" high and weighs 3.3 ounces or about 3 Troy ounces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e CD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leopard Head, Lion Passant, \"O\" in upside shield, and the letters CD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e A beautiful antique which would make a great addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cigarette case is in very good condition with no major problems. It has no breaks, repairs or dings that we could find. It does have soiling and could probably use a good cleaning. The inside gold wash is all there, but the elastic band has some damage. The hinge rod is protruding on the side a bit.  Be that as it may this is a great antique which very seldom comes by in such a good shape. Please see photos for additional condition information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Antique Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Maker's Mark CD London England","offer_id":722966765,"sku":"","price":274.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/CigaretteCase2a.jpeg?v=1571438769"},{"product_id":"chalk-bulldog-large-antique-figurine-standing-on-all-four-head-turned-in-proud-look","title":"Chalk Dog Figurine, Antique Bulldog Standing on All Fours, His Head Turned in Proud Look","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  An antique nice size chalk figurine of a dog. The figurine shows what looks like a bulldog standing on all four legs with its head turned to the left and its black ears droopy. The dog has a black mouth and nose, black tail, black eyes with yello surrounding it and black eyebrows, and black ears. It is wearing a collar that still maintains some of its original gray coloring on the back, but lost most of its coloring in the front. The dog used to have a greenish gray coloring over a pink or orange background, This color scheme can be seen on the back of the figurine (second photo). The dog stands on a black base. It has lost quite a of its original color especially on the front. The figurine is hollow. The casting of the dog is done in a primitive manner and does not show many details especially in the body. The dog could have been a toy or a primitive decorating piece. This dog appears to be a de-accession from a museum or a major collection as evidenced by the number written on the inside of the base (698.51.69) it also has an old red framed paper price tag indicating that it cost 3.00 once upon a time, probably in the 1800s. Please carefully review photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain, but most likely mid to late 1800's.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain, but most likely USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures ~6 3\/4\" at its highest and measures 6\" by 3 1\/4\" at the base.  The piece weighs about 13 ounces.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marked with the number 698.51.69, which we believe it is the pieces number in the collection where it was. The number looks very much like the typical museum inventory number.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a great antique chalk dog figurine that has been around for over 100 years, it is a miracle that it is still intact. Please see photos to appreciate beauty and condition of the figurine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The figurine is in very good condition given its age. It has no breaks, chips in the body of the dog, hairlines, or repairs. There are small chips all along the bottom edge of the base. It also has scratches all over the body, some of which are deeper than others, and wear commensurate with its age and function as a toy. The piece has lost quite a bit of its original coloring, however, this seems to give it great character. Please view photos to appreciate the beauty and condition of this great piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Chalk Bulldog Large Antique Figurine Standing on All Four Head Turned in Proud Look","offer_id":725984777,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/DogChalk2a.jpeg?v=1571438769"},{"product_id":"egypt-gold-1938-ah-1357-twenty-piastres-commemorating-king-farouk-s-wedding-graded-ms65-by-ngc-1","title":"Egypt Gold 1938, AH 1357 Twenty Piastres Commemorating King Farouk's Wedding Graded MS65 by NGC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Uncirculated, Mint State 65, 1938 (1357 AH) twenty Egyptian Piastres gold coin with full mint luster. The coin is graded by The Numismatic Guaranty Corporation of America as Mint State (MS) 65. The coin depicts the ex-king of Egypt Farouk the first with uniformed bust facing left.  These coins were minted to commemorate the young king's wedding to queen Farida in 1938. The coin is labeled (Al Mamlaka al Masriyah) Kingdom of Egypt.  It is KM-370 and weighs 1.7 grams of 0.875 gold. This is the yellow gold version. It measures approximately 15mm in diameter. 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Please see photo for condition information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":726829485,"sku":"","price":549.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/EGC316a.jpeg?v=1571438770"},{"product_id":"antique-figural-pottery-humidor-or-tobacco-jar-man-with-mustache-and-beard-in-a-head-dress","title":"Antique Figural Pottery Humidor or Tobacco Jar Man with Mustache and Beard In A Head Dress","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e This is a very nice size antique figural humidor in the form a man with a mustache, a beard and a head dress. It could be a desert nomad or a nomad from the deserts of the Middle East. The man has a nice colored face is brown and red tones and his beard has white highlights giving it a grayish hair look. This porcelain or pottery jar is glazed in very vivid colors and shows great detail. The man is smiling; his mouth is open showing his teeth and red lips.  His cloth head dress is white in color and is set on his head in a flat profile with a bluish rope holding it in place, and is draped on the side and back of his head. The entire piece is made of pottery and the top of the head dress is the lid. This is a rather nice antique Art Pottery Figural Humidor. Please review photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late-1800's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchased in an estate sale in Southeastern Pennsylvania as part of a large collection of figural Humidors or Tobacco Jars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4\" by 4 1\/2\" at the base and ~5 3\/8\" at its highest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Impressed on the bottom of the base the numbers \"8110,\" the letter \"M\" and aright angle triangle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Truly a nice old figural tobacco jar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Humidor is in great condition given its age and utilitarian function. It has no repairs or crazing. It does have several small chips at the edge of the lid and a few spots of minor loss of color on the face of the figure. In addition, the base has some soiling, which can be seen in the photos. Finally the piece has a tight hairline on the back of the piece. However, the piece is solid and in great shape after being around for over 100 years.  The piece is great looking and very rare. Please see photos to appreciate the beauty and condition of this great humidor. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45053708927227,"sku":"","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/TobaccoJar5a.jpeg?v=1571438770"},{"product_id":"superb-1851-three-cent-uncirculated-silver-coin-graded-ms63-by-pcgs","title":"Superb 1851 Three-Cent Uncirculated Silver Coin Graded MS63 by PCGS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e A beautiful mint state silver 1851 three-cent piece (Trimes). The date 1951 represents the first year for this type of coin. This is a Type I coin and is graded by PCGS as Mint State \"MS63\". It is in a PCGS secure slab. The coin itself is better than the scan shows and has very good details with all star points visible as well as the outline of the shield on the obverse. The date is very readable as are all the legends. As you can see from the photo, the details on the reverse are also very bold and all there with no observable wear commensurate with its mint uncirculated state. These coins were designed by James Longacre and were minted in Philadelphia and New Orleans. This coin is from the Philadelphia mint. Early US coins such as this are gradually getting difficult to find, especially in mint state like this one. Please carefully review the scans provided as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1851.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philadelphia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.80 grams of a silver-copper alloy and is ~14 mm in diameter. The coin has the plain edge design\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e Page 124 in \"2012 US Coin R. S. 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Please see photo to appreciate condition and beauty of the coin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Superb 1851 Three-Cent Uncirculated Silver Coin Graded MS63 by PCGS","offer_id":732965005,"sku":"","price":479.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/THR015a.jpeg?v=1571438770"},{"product_id":"2002-redware-large-pie-plate-glazed-with-sgraffito-decoration-pennsylvania-dutch-tulip-and-heart-by-lester-breininger","title":"2002 Redware Large Pie Plate Glazed With Sgraffito Decoration Pennsylvania Dutch Tulip and Heart By Lester Breininger","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e A very nice large (10 1\/2\") glazed plate with sgraffito decoration showing tulips rising from a heart by Lester Breininger. This plate, which has what we would characterize as very much in the best Pennsylvania Dutch tradition design, was made to commemorate the nuptials of Beatrice and Ethan on October 6, 2001. It has a yellow colored background with green splotches (copper oxide) as decorative highlights throughout the sgraffito decoration. The center shows a tulip plant with three bulbs emanating from a heart, with other floral decoration surrounding the heart. The image is framed with a circle that is about an inch to the inside of the plain rim. The edge of the plate is decorated with the words Beatrice and Ethan October 6, 2001 and then has wavy decoration to fill in the spaces. There are green splotches as highlights throughout. The plate has a round and slightly flat base which flares up with slightly rounded sides ending in the plain rim (although we view the rim as being plain, one could see signs of attempted coggling in some spots, but these are very light). The bottom of the plate is unglazed and shows the usual coloring of unglazed redware. It has very classic Pennsylvania Dutch colors with a purely Pennsylvania German design.  Please carefully review the photos presented as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 24, 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robesonia, Berks County, Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 1\/2\" diameter and is ~1 3\/4\" high. The piece weighs over 2 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lester Breininger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Breininger Pottery; Robesonia, Pa; October 24, 2002; Cloudy\" in cursive calligraphy incised on the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece: \u003c\/strong\u003e This is a nice plate with a nice and classic shape and coloring made in the studios of a master potter with the Pennsylvania Dutch heritage who recently died.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plate is in very good condition with no chips, cracks,  hairlines, or repairs. It does have general crazing to the glaze, which gives this beautiful and unusual plate a great character. In addition, the plate has some spots within the brown of the tulips, where the brown coloring did not completely cover the yellow under it. These can clearly be seen in the first photo. finally, the plate has a spot at about 4 O'clock (on the 1 in 2001), where there are remnants of brown coloring lightly showing over the yellow and looks like dirt, but is not and is actually original to the making.  Please see photos to appreciate beauty and condition of this beautiful piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Closing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a beautiful plate made in the studios of Lester Breininger who died in December 2011. 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This gold coin is an imitation of al-Amer dinar. al-Amer is referred to as al-Imam al-Mansur and ruled in the period 495-524 AH (1101-1130 AD ). It is ostensibly struck in Misr (Fustat on the outskirts of Cairo the current Capital of Egypt) but shows no readable mint name or date. As is the case with these coins, it has illegible highly stylized imitation Arabic calligraphy. Please carefully review the scan presented as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e About early 500's AH or 1100's AD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncertain but probably at Acre by the kings of Jerusalem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an imitation gold dinar, weighs ~3.52 grams and is ~21 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is Album 730,  and Myssa Daoud 991.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as nice very fine to extremely fine with a well centered strike and is nicely toned. The coin is much better than the scan suggests. The coin does show a some wear at the center of the reverse. Other than that the coin is problem free and is very nice. Please see photo for additional condition information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e During the reign of al-Mustansir 427-487 AH (1036-1094 AD) and continuing through the times of al-Amer 495-524 AH (1101-1130 AD ), the European crusaders occupying Palestine were issuing counterfeit gold dinars, which looked like al-Mustansir's and al-Amer’s dinars. 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His full name being, Al- Kamil Nasr al-dinAbu al-Ma'ali Muhammad I Ibn al-Adil I. The coin cites al-Mansur abu Jafar al-Mustansir Billah as the Khalif (Amir Al Mu'aminin). All Kamil or Al Kamel Muhammad is the first Arab Ruler to use Naskhi Calligraphy in coins starting in 624 AH. Please carefully review the scan as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 632 AH or 1235 AD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Al Qahira, current day Cairo the capital of Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a dinar, weighs ~5.5 grams, which is rather heavy for these dinars, and is 21.5 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is Album #811 and is Number 379 in Balog. It is listed in Lane Poole's Catalog of the Khedivial Collection as 1402.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as a nice very fine or much better. Note some signs of slight double striking especially on the obverse. Please note the coin itself is much better than the scan shows with very well defined and legible calligraphy. A definite quality coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ayyubids were one of the great Islamic dynasties. The dynasty was founded by al-Nasir Salah al-Din Yusuf I (Saladin) in AH 564\/1169 AD and ruled in Egypt and Syria until falling to the Mamluks in the mid 7th century AH. The Ayyubids are of Kurdish origins. Saladin and his brother Shirquah were recruited among others by the Zangid Nur Al-Din. Shirquah gained control over Egypt from the Fatimids, and died almost immediately, leaving his nephew Salah El-Din Ibn Ayyub as his successor and soon was recognized by his troops. Saladin (probably the most respected figure of the middle ages by both friends and foes) was the real founder of the Dynasty. With his victory at Hittin in 583 AH\/ 1187 AD, the holy city of Jerusalem was liberated from the crusaders and great event in Muslim history. He extinguished the last Fatimids of Egypt and replaced the Isma’ili Shiism by a strongly Orthodox Sunni religious and educational policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAl-Kamel Mohammad was the nephew of Saladin. His father is Al-Adil I, Saladin’s brother. The most important and significant historical event of his rule is the treaty he signed in Gaza with the Crusaders in 1226 AD. Frederick II Hohenstaufen under pressure by the Pope in Rome and threatened to be excommunicated, was to lead an expedition to free Jerusalem by force. For his part Al-Kamel, threatened by rebellious relatives in his Syrian territories, was neither willing nor able to defend Jerusalem. He finally signed the treaty giving the crusaders access to the holy city and one or two other towns including Nazareth. One point of view suggests the summit at Gaza was a remarkable diplomatic achievement where the two superpowers avoided bloodshed and came to a peaceful resolution of a conflict. 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He ascended the throne upon the death of his father Al-Nasir Salah Al-Din Yusuf I (Saladin). His full name being, Al-'Aziz 'Imad Al-Din Abu Al-Fath 'Uthman Ibn Yusuf. Both the mint name as well as the date f minting are clearly legible on the reverse. Please carefully review the scan presented as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The coin was minted in 590 AH or 1194 AD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e al-Qahira, current day Cairo the capital of Egypt at the time and today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a dinar, weighs ~4.52 grams and is ~20 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is Album #794, it is listed in Balog as 185, and is listed as 1345 in Lane Poole's Catalog of the Khedivial Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as a good very fine or better. IT has clear, very well defined and legible calligraphy with both the mint date and the mint name being clear. Please note the coin itself is much better than the scan shows with very well defined and legible calligraphy. A definite quality coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Prespective:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ayyubids were one of the great Islamic dynasties. The dynasty was founded by al-Nasir Salah al-Din Yusuf I (Saladin) in AH 564\/1169 AD and ruled in Egypt and Syria until falling to the Mamluks in the mid 7th century AH. The Ayyubids are of Kurdish origins. Saladin and his brother Shirquah were recruited among others by the Zangid Nur Al-Din. Shirquah gained control over Egypt from the fatimids, and died almost immediately, leaving his nephew Salah El-Din Ibn Ayyub as his successor and soon was recognized by his troops. Saladin (probably the most respected figure of the middle ages by both friends and foes) was the real founder of the Dynasty. 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The coin was struck during the reign of the Ottoman sultan Selim II son of Suleyman the first or the magnificent (also referred to as al-Kanuni-the law giver) who ascended the throne in 1566 AD (974 AH). The coin was struck in the period 1566-1574 AD (974-982 AH). The coin clearly shows the date as 974 AH. The year 974 AH is Selim's accession date to the throne. Ottoman coins at that time used such a date for most coins struck during a sultan's reign and did not have the actual year of striking indicated. It also clearly shows the mint as Misr current day Cairo Egypt. The obverse of the coin has the words \"Sultan Selim ibn Suleyman Khan Ezat Nasruh Duriba Fee Misr Sanat 974\" (literally translated as The Sultan Selim son of Suleyman khan, may his glory be holy, struck in Egypt in the year 974). The reverse reads \"Darib al-Nadr Sahib al-Ezz wa al-Nasr fee al-Bar wa al-Bahr.\" The coin has a beautiful, bold and has a well centered strike and displays nice calligraphy. the coin has minor areas of strike weakness which can be seen in the scan. Please carefully review the scan presented as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marked 974 AH or 1566 AD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cairo, Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a sultani, weighs 3.442 grams and is about 20 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is Album 1324, is listed in Kazan as 770, listed in Mitchiner as 1257 and is listed in Lane Poole's Catalog of the Khedivial Collection as 1650-1652.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as beautiful good very fine with some areas of strike weakness but still having a well centered, bold strike. The calligraphy is very readable and is all there.  This is a quality coin worthy of a spot in your Islamic coin collection. Please see photo to appreciate the quality and condition of this beautiful coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike prior Islamic coins struck in Egypt, Ottoman coins do not have long praying sentences. They contain the name of the Sultan and his father's, name of the mint, the accession date for the Sultan, and a short wishful sentence such as \"khullide mulkehu (may his rule be permanent)\" or \"azzet nasrehu (may his glory be holy)\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ottoman Empire existed from 699 AH (1300 AD) till 1341AH (1924 AD). In the beginning, the Ottoman state struck only silver coins known as Akce until the reign of Muhammad II (Mehmet the conqueror). On May 29, 1453, Mehmet II conquered Constantinople, the capital city of the Byzantine Empire. He made it the capital of the Ottoman State and called in Konstantiniye or Qustantinya (current day Istanbul). In 1478 he began striking Gold coins known as Sultani (also known as Dinar, Ashrafi, Funduk, or Altin). He based it on the Venetian ducat standard of 3.5 gram of high purity gold  (over 21K).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgypt was conquered by Selim I in 1517 AD (921 AH) and the mamluk rule was ended. Selim I, began striking coins in Cairo and used the mint name \"MISR\" on the coins. Although the Ottoman were the official rulers of Egypt the mamluks still wheeled quite a bit of power until Mohammad Ali massacred the last of them at the Cairo Citadel in the early 1800's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ottoman empire reached the height of its power under Sulayman I the Magnificent, with territory extending across north Africa and through the Balkans into Hungary. Coins were struck in more than forty mints spread throughout the empire. Sulayman was distinguished for his justice and tolerance. His military, educational, and legal reforms earned him the name Sulayman the Lawgiver (al-Kanuni) among Muslims. He was fond of pomp and splendor and was a lavish patron of the arts and of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe later years of Sulayman's reign were marred by family disputes over the succession. His favorite wife, Roxelana (or Khurema) intrigued against his eldest son, Mustafa, on behalf of her two sons, Selim and Beyazid. Mustafa built up his own faction, which seemed a threat to Sulayman. In 1553, Sulayman had him executed. Upon Roxelana's death, Selim and Beyazid quarreled. Beyazid rose in revolt, met defeat, and fled to Persia. The shah of Persia was induced to return him for a large sum, and Beyazid was executed. Selim succeeded Sulayman as Selim II. He was the first Sultan devoid of active military interest and willing to abandon power to his ministers, provided he was left free to pursue his orgies and debauches. Therefore, he became known as Selim the Drunkard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":782646893,"sku":"","price":599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/OTM063.jpeg?v=1571438770"},{"product_id":"cairo-egypt-gold-coin-ottoman-zeri-mahbub-or-beloved-gold-1187-ah-1774-ad-abdul-hamid-i-au","title":"Cairo Egypt Gold Coin Ottoman Zeri Mahbub or Beloved Gold 1187 AH - 1774 AD Abdul Hamid I - AU","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Gold Zeri Mahbub (Beloved Gold) coin struck in Egypt during the reign of Abdul Hamid I who ascended the throne in 1774 AD (1187 AH). The coin was struck in the period 1192 AH as evidenced by the number 2 on top of the noon in the word ibn on the reverse. The coin shows the date clearly as 1187 AH, which is Abdul Hamid's accession date to the throne. Ottoman coins at that time used such a date for most coins struck during a sultan's reign and did not have the actual year of striking indicated. This coin is one of the first coin where a number was used on the reverse to suggest the actual date of striking. The coin also clearly shows the mint as Misr current day Fustat on the outskirt of Cairo the current capital of Egypt. The obverse of the coin says\"Sultan Abdul Hamid ibn Ahmed Khan\" followed by the words \"Ezat Nasruh Duriba Fee Misr Sanat 1187\", while the reverse reads \"Sultan al-Barain wa Khaqan al-Bahrain, al-Sultan Ibn al-Sultan.\" The coin has quite a bit of luster left, just a great looking quality coin. Please carefully review the scan as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marked 1178 AH or 1774 AD, but presumed to be struck in 1192 AH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Misr current day Fustat on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a zeri mahbub, weighs 2.57 grams and is about 21 mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is KM 127 and is listed in Kazan as 841 and is listed in Lane Poole's Catalog of the Khedivial Collection as 1767.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this coin as about uncirculated with most of its original mint luster remaining, and a well centered and bold strike. The calligraphy is very readable and is all there. The coin has a crack in the flan which can be seen at 9:00 O'clock on the obverse and 3 O'clock on the reverse, and another small one which can be seen at about 5 O'clock on the reverse. These cracks are original to the minting of the coin and do not distract from its quality and beauty. This is a quality coin Please see photo to appreciate the quality and condition of this beautiful coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike prior Islamic coins struck in Egypt, Ottoman coins do not have long praying sentences. They contain the name of the Sultan and his father's, name of the mint, the accession date for the Sultan, and a short wishful sentence such as \"khullide mulkehu (may his rule be permanent)\" or \"azzet nasrehu (may his glory be holy)\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ottoman Empire existed from 699 AH (1300 AD) till 1341AH (1924 AD). In the beginning, the Ottoman state struck only silver coins known as Akce until the reign of Muhammad II (Mehmet the conqueror). On May 29, 1453, Mehmet II conquered Constantinople, the capital city of the Byzantine Empire. He made it the capital of the Ottoman State and called in Konstantiniye or Qustantinya (current day Istanbul). In 1478 he began striking Gold coins known as Sultani (also known as Dinar, Ashrafi, Funduk, or Altin). He based it on the Venetian ducat standard of 3.5 gram of high purity gold  (over 21K).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgypt was conquered by Selim I in 1517 AD (921 AH) and the mamluk rule was ended. Selim I, began striking coins in Cairo and used the mint name \"MISR\" on the coins. Although the Ottoman were the official rulers of Egypt the mamluks still wheeled quite a bit of power until Mohammad Ali massacred the last of them at the Cairo Citadel in the early 1800's. The obverse of the coin reads \"Al Sultan Suleyman, Ibn Selim Khan, azzet nasrehu, Duriba Fee Misr Sanat 926 (literally translated as The Sultan Suleyman son of sultan Selim khan, may his glory be holy, struck in Egypt in the year 926).\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ottoman empire reached the height of its power under Sulayman I the Magnificent, with territory extending across north Africa and through the Balkans into Hungary. Coins were struck in more than forty mints spread throughout the empire. Sulayman was distinguished for his justice and tolerance. His military, educational, and legal reforms earned him the name Sulayman the Lawgiver (al-Kanuni) among Muslims. He was fond of pomp and splendor and was a lavish patron of the arts and of literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Cairo Egypt Gold Coin Ottoman Zeri Mahbub or Beloved Gold 1187 AH - 1774 AD Abdul Hamid I - AU","offer_id":782672713,"sku":"","price":449.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/OTM055.jpeg?v=1571438770"},{"product_id":"1958-large-royal-doulton-figural-toby-mug-capt-ahab-limited-edition","title":"1958 Large Royal Doulton Figural Toby Mug \"Capt. Ahab\" Limited Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  This is a Beautiful Figural mug by the Royal Doulton Company. This mug is titled Captain Ahab after the famous character in the classic novel Moby Dick. The Mug is shaped in the form of the face of an older sailor with a beard and a scar on his right cheek. The sailor is wearing a dark blue hat and dark blue coat and white shirt.  The mug is nicely glazed and has very vivid colors. It has Blues, Flesh Tones, and Grays. The handle is shaped like a whale colored in a bluish gray and a white under belly.  It also has the words Capt. Ahab incised on the back on the collar. A rare and real nice piece which is very desirable by collectors of Toby Mugs. Please view the photos as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1958.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e England, Great Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~6 5\/8\" high, 5 1\/4\" by 8\" at its widest, wide, and the base is 4 5\/8\" by 3 3\/4\". The piece weighs over 1 1\/2 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Doulton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Doulton Mark with a lion over a crown on top of a circle having four \"D\"s in its center and the words Made in England; Royal Doulton;  England around it. It has a series of Rd Nos. below it all. See the last photo for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a rare and real nice piece which is very desirable by collectors of Toby Mugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003e The Mug is in excellent condition.  It has no chips, cracks, hairlines, crazing, or repairs. AIt is very clean and was well taken care of. Please see photos for additional details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Closing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a beautiful, rather rare and desirable figural mug by the Royal Doulton Co. It would make a great addition to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"1958 Large Royal Doulton Figural Toby Mug \"Capt. Ahab\" Limited Edition","offer_id":789925833,"sku":"","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/CaptAhab1a.jpeg?v=1571438770"},{"product_id":"antique-ironstone-teapot-raised-wheat-pattern-w-e-corn-north-staffordshire","title":"Antique Ironstone Teapot Raised Wheat Pattern W \u0026 E Corn North Staffordshire","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  An antique ironstone teapot or tea pot. The teapot has a raised wheat pattern on the sides of the pot and on the domed lid right under the finial. The pot has a round foot rising to a constriction the flared rounded sides. The sides have a scalloped or a ribbed pattern. The sides go to a neck which flares out to a scalloped rim. The rim has a shelf on the inside where the domed lid would sit. The pot has an applied handle and a spout which starts a third of the way down the side and rises in goose neck-like fashion to the level of the pot's rim. The spout also displays the wheat pattern on its bottom.. The pot also has an applied handle which meats the pot near the rim and where the leaves of the wheat plant start. Finally the pot has a domed lid with a loop shaped finial and a hole in it to allow the steam to escape when the pot is full of hot tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sometime between 1864 and 1891 (The period of operation of the W\u0026amp;E Corn Pottery at the Burslem works in Stoke on Trent in North Staffordshire).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stoke on Trent, North Staffordshire, England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 3\/4\" in diameter at the base, 4 1\/4\" in diameter at the top rim, ~ 9\" at its widest including the spout and the handle,~10\" high with the lid on. This is a substantial piece weighing ~3 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e W \u0026amp;E Corn Potters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e In transfer on the bottom the Royal Coat of Arms, which is W\u0026amp;E Corn's indication that it was made at the Burslem works. Also under the coat of arms the words \"IRONSTONE CHINA; W. \u0026amp; E. CORN; BURSLEM\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Truly a nice and rare piece in great shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent condition with no chips, cracks, repairs, hairlines, stains, or crazing. The pot appears to have never been used but rather cherished by its owners for all these years. Just exquisite.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Antique Ironstone Teapot Raised Wheat Pattern W \u0026 E Corn North Staffordshire","offer_id":793173781,"sku":"","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/TeaPotIronStone1a.jpeg?v=1571438770"},{"product_id":"beautiful-1834-quarter-dollar-very-fine-silver-coin-graded-vf30-by-pcgs-and-has-cac-sticker","title":"Beautiful 1834 Quarter Dollar Very Fine Silver Coin Graded VF30 by PCGS and Has CAC Sticker","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e A beautiful VF30 silver 1834 twenty five cent or quarter dollar piece. This the second variety capped bust or liberty cap quarter with the reduced diameter. It is graded by PCGS as Very Fine \"VF3o\". It is in a PCGS slab with a CAC sticker indicating that it is properly graded and certified as such. The coin itself is better than the scan shows and has very good details with wear commensurate with its age and circulated state. The date is very readable as are all the legends. As you can see from the photo, the details on the reverse are also very bold and all there. These coins were designed by John Reich and were only minted in Philadelphia. Early US coins of low denomination such as this one are gradually getting difficult to find. These were of low mintage with an estimated mintage of  286,000. Please carefully review the scans provided as they are part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1834.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philadelphia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6. grams of a silver-copper alloy and is ~27 mm in diameter. The coin has the reeded edge design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e Page 162 in \"2012 US Coin R. S. Yeoman (The Official Red Book), 65th edition, Kenneth Bressett, editor, Published by Whitman Publishing, LLC, Atlanta, GA.\" Page 90 in \"2011 US Coin Digest, David Harper Editor and Henry Miller Market Analyst, 9th Edition, Krause Publication, Iola, WI.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The coin is graded VF30 by PCGS and comes in a slab with a CAC sticker. The coin is beautiful and has wear commensurate with its age and circulated state. The coin is problem free and would make a great addition to your US coin collection. 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The flowers, possibly pansies or nasturtiums, are of brown and golden tones, surrounded by green leaves. The top opening of vase is round and flares outward. It is signed in faint yellow paint, which we are unable to make out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1896 to early 1900's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fultonham, Ohio, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 1\/2\" diameter at the base, ~7 3\/4\" diameter at its widest, 4 3\/4\" diameter at the top, and 5 1\/4\" high. The piece weighs 3 1\/4 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weller Pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Louwelsa half circle mark \"Louwelsa 5 Weller\" and the impressed numbers 140 and 14.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece: Very nice piece of art pottery. This shape is rather difficult to find and very seldom comes by.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Vase is in excellent condition. It has no breaks, chips, hairlines, or repairs. It has general crazing to the glaze. It also has a few spots where the glaze is lost, these are very small and do not distract from the beauty of the piece. Please see photos to appreciate the quality and condition of this beautiful vase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Closing: Just a very nice piece of Weller worthy of a spot in your art pottery collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Antique Louwelsa Brown Glaze Squat Vase By Weller","offer_id":793235701,"sku":"","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/WellerLouwelsa1a.jpeg?v=1571438770"},{"product_id":"law-of-february-2-1963-libya-quarter-pound-currency-a-beautiful-very-fine-or-better-banknote","title":"Law of February 2, 1963 Libya Quarter Pound Currency A Beautiful Very Fine or Better Banknote","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e  A beautiful very fine or much better Banknote from Libya. This is the law of February 5, 1963 quarter pound currency note. The banknote has Arabic inscription in red on a multicolored background on the front. The back is also colored in red but has inscription in English. The front has a crowned arms of the Libyan kingdom. The banknote was issued in the name of King Idris I. The front shows the denomination, the serial number, and one signature on the front. This particular note has the serial number 678506 and is series 3F\/I. The banknote has a water mark depicting the Libyan arm located to the right of the front and also has a security strip to the left of center. Please carefully review scan as it is part and parcel of our  description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1963.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e The banknote measures 5 1\/2\" by 2 3\/4\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePick Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e P 23a.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this banknote as a good very fine to extremely fine with all the details being very well preserved. The note has general wrinkling and  light creases. The note has quite a bit of its original stiffness and is very well preserved. It does have some minor soiling and light brown colored stains to the right of the front and minor foxing on the back near the top left corner. The banknote has no pinholes that we could see. The  corners of the note have minor rounding and are lightly creased. The note has no splits and the edges are intact.  Just a great piece to add to your collection. Please see photo for additional condition information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giamer Antiques and Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Law of February 2, 1963 Libya Quarter Pound Currency A Beautiful Very Fine or Better Banknote","offer_id":798233561,"sku":"","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/0717\/products\/PCU193.jpeg?v=1571438771"},{"product_id":"1934-1939-great-britain-brown-colored-ten-shillings-without-security-thread-seated-britannia-and-signed-peppiatt-prefix-68r","title":"1934-1939 Great Britain Brown Colored Ten Shillings Without Security Thread Seated Britannia and Signed Peppiatt Prefix 68R","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription: \u003c\/strong\u003e A beautiful Fine or much better ten English Shillings banknote. This banknote was issued in the period 1934 through 1939 and is brown and brown on gray and violet background. It shows an image of a Seated Britannia to the left on the front. Britannia is seated with a spear in one hand and a branch in the other. The back has the same color scheme as the front with a large foliate design. The banknote has a watermark showing the head of woman (Minerva) wearing a large hat in the bottom center. The note is signed by K. O. Peppiatt the Chief Cashier the Bank of England at the time and has the prefix 68R. This particular note has the serial number 408347 and has NO security thread. Please carefully review the scan as it is part and parcel of our description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1934-1939.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bank of England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures ~5 3\/8\" by ~3 1\/16\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePick Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e P 362c.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e I would grade this banknote as a good fine or much better with all the details being well preserved. The note is somewhat limp and has horizontal and vertical folds. It is soiled especially on the back along the fold lines and has some minor stains especially at the lower edge. The note is intact with no tears, splits, pinholes, graffiti, or repairs. The corners are rounded and has some creasing, but nothing to worry about. 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