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Native American Dance Rattle?

I found this at an estate sale and thought it was interesting. I was wondering if anyone can tell me something about this item. First of all, is it authentic or a replica? When would it have been made? What exactly is it called? I found one that look...

Crystal stemware identification

I have three types of stemware that I cannot find any markings or maker marks. Does anyone recognize what brand these are? I know two are the same maker (different sizes), and the frosted ones just came with them. Thanks for the help! -Mike

I'm trying to find out what type of decanter this is

I think this is a whiskey decanter, but I cannot find any markings on it. Does anyone recognize what brand it is, and any other information about it? Thanks! -Mike

Help with Chinese Writing on Old Pin

Google lens detected Chinese as the language and translated the writing on the front to 'School Science College Hua Wenchang Wuli Private' and 'Office Uniform'. I don't know if this is accurate- and have been unable to find any information that would...

saeeking info on these antique powder flasks

hello ~ seeking any info about hese powder flasks. One has a canon and a bugle embossed at top...could this one have been used in the civil war? one is leather one is copper ~~ they have not been cleaned or polished features still work on them open a...

What is this tool?

I'm trying to figure out what this item is. When I try Google Lens, it comes up with something else.

Help IDing with Asian porcelain plate

Could use some help and advice. Is this plate Asian? Chinese? Familie Rose?(7" diameter) TIA; Mike

Unidentified large 39" blue ombre ceramic lamp MCM?

Hi, when I did a google lens on this lamp, it took me to one identical, said it was a rembrandt, but when I clicked on the website (1stdibs), this particular lamp was no where to be found, so I don't know if it had already sold or what. I cannot find...

Help with era made please! Manganese glass?

A neighbor was cleaning out an outbuilding and gave this bowl to me...covered in dirt and mud. It is unbelievably heavy weighing 8.4 lbs! Not clear glass as pics show but kind of a grey/lavender in the sun. It glows purple under blacklight with pale ...

Besoin d'aide pour identifier ce cocktail shaker de marque mepra

Besoin d'aide pour identifier ce cocktail shaker

Help w/ID on Old Carved Architectural(?) Wood Panel

hi everyone. i bought this a couple of days ago because it was a slow day and i wanted to buy something. the piece was in an expensive, fancy frame 4 times its size, and it was cheap. whenever i see things like that i wonder, why did someone go to al...

Resolved! Can ANYONE tell me what this Wood Antique BOX might be? WINDER? for String Yarn Textile Lace Tatting

Dimensions are 9 1/2" in overall height. 6" deep and 6" wide. There are four removable pins and a small drawer. The drawer has decorative cuttings on either side. The backing is wood from an old cigar box. The box has dovetailed construction. I have ...

Help to ID a primitive game board w 16 x 16 checkerboard layout. Halma?

Hi All, this is my first time here. I just bought a primitive game board at an estate sale with a 16x16 checkerboard on it, about 18"x13". Looks like three pieces of joined wood, slightly higher in the center when looking end on. The only game I coul...

Help please - is this McCoy?

The mark might say McCoy, but I'm just not sure. Anybody seen this particular mark? Thanks in advance for any help. Bottom markPitcher

Antique Pendant/charm ???? please HELP

Hi everyone, Can someone please help me identify this pendant I have? I bought it at an online auction. What I know about it is, the main stone is Aventurine or Serpentine (not sure) it has a small Ruby at the top front and two cabochons on each side...