The Old Hope Chest

04/24/2024

Fun fact. Actually, two of them. The sterling silver standard means that for an object to be sterling, it must be 92.5% silver. This is why sterling is often marked 925 French silver, however, has two purity guarantees : 80% and 95%. You can tell the difference because our French silversmiths mark silver with the profile of the goddess, Minerva. She'll either have the numeral 1 by her forehead, or a 2 by her chin. This cup is 95% silver. More pure than sterling!

Also, the maker was Emile Puiforcat. The Puiforcat company is now owned by Hermès! So not all silver marked EP is electroplated! Look for a teeeeny tiiiinyy E, a pen knife, and P inside of a diamond shape. That is the Puiforcat mark used since 1820!

This exquisite silver cup is a masterpiece of French silversmithing, crafted by the renowned Emile Puiforcat in the late 19th century (circa 1870-1890). Antique French Silver Cup by Emile Puiforcat.

04/24/2024

Smokin' deal!

I don't think I've ever seen this exact set. Weighs 16.47 oz. Weight: Ashtray: 16.47 oz, Cigarette Holder: 5.32 oz. The cigarette holder stands 4.5" tall, 2.25" wide at the top, and 9.75" around.

04/24/2024

Oooh, child!!!

This delicate lamp features - Lily of the Valley pattern with raised lily and vine design. - Fenton signature mark on the base. _Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a beautiful piece of Fenton history!

04/24/2024

Turns out the "hot minute" that prevented me from doing the things I love and staying on my grind, was actually just Grave's Disease! But I'm medicated, and I'm blessed. Here's to all of the new beginnings past, present, and future!

04/24/2024

French Uranium Glass!!!! Portieux Vallerysthal is très jolie!

04/24/2024

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Childhood is so fleeting. The faces and hearts we hold so dear all fade to memory, and before we know it... we are old. Who signed up for this? I know I didn't. But here I am. Much older than when I started losing people and remembering them through things. Like, the boxes of old photos poured over....

01/09/2023

She will sell within 24 hours, but it's not too late to get your bid in!!!!!

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Vintage American Character Tiny Tears doll HTF 19" Very Good Condition at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

08/16/2022

Do modern dolls really need to "do something"? Like speak, cry, crawl, have purple hair etc...

I think those babies are pretty neat, but they are too much for my five year old to handle! She recently received a dolly that does everything a real baby will do except grow. She was fine to hold it until it started crying and she had to do something to make it stop. Feed it, cuddle it, burp it, change it, give it a nap? She refused to play with it after a while.

Fast forward a few months, and she discovered one of my Toodles dolls. She could play on her terms. Then, she found my Ideal Kissy Doll.

Kissy puckers and smooches when you put her hands together. No batteries required. This was thrilling to my girl!

These old dolls are great for children who require less stimulus. They are equally beautiful on a shelf.

Here's one of the Toodles I'm letting go of. That face is just too adorable and sweet!

Her auburn hair is nice and full- no missing plugs that I could find. Her lashes are full and extra Flirty, and an unusual shade of auburn. This doll is too adorable to pass up! I just know you'll love Toodles!

08/16/2022

It's been a hot minute, let's emphasize hot. But I'm back with a bunch of really cool stuff!!!

09/13/2018

Please have a look at this week's auctions!!!! Even if you're just looking ♡ I love to share!

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