This Week’s Vintage Finds #57
Hi everyone! I was able to attend two estate sales last week-end and came away with some nice vintage finds.
I bought the four, Rogers table spoons with some metal stamping in mind. I just started learning about it, and I’m thinking with the larger size bowl, I might be able to write something longer than just “basil.” The green decanter will be nice to serve some Sangria in, don’t you think? For a dollar, I brought it home.
I fell in love with this little yellow ware bowl. They’re hard to find at garage or estate sales, so I was pretty excited when I saw it, still available at 11:30 am and at a low, low price. The special thing about this copper kettle next to it is its weight; it’s quite a bit heavier than your typical kettle.
I’m building up a nice collection of ironstone to fill a corner cupboard in my kitchen. I’m happy to add this charming platter, in the Heritage pattern, to my collection. The Westinghouse Turnover Toaster is in terrific condition and I find the grate design very appealing. You don’t often find them in such good shape. It’s worth about $15-20. LISTED HERE for $24.99.
The wooden hat mold on the left was a wonderful find for me; I’ve wanted one for a long time. I’m not sure what I’m going to do with it now that I have it, but I have it! It is worth in the neighborhood of $60-70. Next to it are a brass lantern case, a brass candle snuffer and a pair of pretty terrific wrought iron hooks.
A close up of the hooks, probably worth upwards of $100.
I need to conduct some additional research on these.
Made in Japan, they are worth $15-20 each. SOLD as a set for $70.
Altogether I spent $37, a lot for me to spend on just two sales,
but I think I made some good buys. What do you think?
Linking up this week with these great parties:
Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olsen
Bye for now,
The little nurse angels are adorable and I love the Ironstone platter. I have a nice collection of Ironstone creamers and I love them grouped together. Happy Thanksgiving.
Linda
These are some great finds. Love the platter. XX Jo
The hat mold is my favorite followe3d closely by the yellow bowl and the toaster.
I always appreciate the informative article links you often include in your posts. I love vintage ceramics and there's a lot to learn! Happy Thanksgiving!
Wonderful finds! Those nurses are adorable! I have had good luck selling nurse figurines!
The pyrex is "Old Town Blue". http://www.pyrexlove.com/vintage-pyrex-pattern-guide/
You have such amazing taste
I love the copper kettle and the toaster, maybe because I love tea and toast, haha! Great finds, Diana.
You always find great stuff Diana! I love the yellow ware bowl. You really know your stuff.
hugs,
Jann
Yes, awesome finds, Diana. I have a hat mold like that one (keeper!), but my sister once found one with the brim also intact – and sold it, can you believe it?? Love that and the toaster (nice, unusual find), but I also like that little brass lantern case & snuffer. That same sister I spoke of buys & sells a lot of yellow ware too. It does pretty well in our booths. I wanna go thrifting with you!
Rita
Great finds & love the info you shared on them as well! Blessings, Cecilia
I think I stopped processing thoughts after sangria…yum. 😉 Seriously though, you got great stuff. Love the Pyrex. Thanks for sharing at Vintage Bliss Tuesdays.
Treasures, all waiting for just the right home! I've never seen that Pyrex pattern before.
Thanks for including links for information on different items. I love stoneware too. I have been lurking for a while and thought it is about time I let you know, I love your blog.
Diana, thank you for sharing at The Southern Special. I collect ironstone too and love your platter. You found some great items this week!
What do I think? I think you made some wonderful buys.
Love the old wooden hat mold, well, I love anything wooden.
The yellow ware bowl and the ironstone platter would fit nicely with my collections.
You did good !!!
Blessings,
Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasures
I love seeing your finds, Diana…my favorites are the yellowware mold and hat form!
I love the copper kettle. Great bargain hunting!
So many great pieces! I love the yellow bowl best. Thanks so much for sharing at the Make it Monday Party! Hope to see you again next week.