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A and J Collectible Curios Sister & brother team of Alana & Josh in the vintage/antique business. Josh runs our eBay store, website & social media accounts.

We're both always available to answer any questions you may have about any of our items. Come find your special item today!

Antique Branford Lock Works Folding Skeleton Key B893 | Victorian Pocket Key$39 + shippingA genuine 19th-century "pocket...
27/12/2025

Antique Branford Lock Works Folding Skeleton Key B893 | Victorian Pocket Key

$39 + shipping

A genuine 19th-century "pocket" folding skeleton key manufactured by the renowned Branford Lock Works of Connecticut.

This unique design allows the bit to fold into the handle, similar to a pocket knife, making it easier to carry.

Markings:

Reverse: Clearly stamped "Branford Lock Works Conn."

Front: Stamped "B 893," which likely refers to the specific lock pattern or series it was designed for.

Condition Details:

Mechanism: The folding hinge silver smooth.

Metal: Solid steel/iron with an authentic aged patina.

Bit/Bow: The bit is intact with no major chips or bends.

Measurements:

Total Length (Unfolded): 5.5 in

Length (Folded): 3 in

Antique Primitive Hand Sickle Scythe | Hand-Forged Steel Farm Tool | Rustic Decor$43 + shippingUp for sale is a beautifu...
27/12/2025

Antique Primitive Hand Sickle Scythe | Hand-Forged Steel Farm Tool | Rustic Decor

$43 + shipping

Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic antique hand sickle, a quintessential piece of 19th-century agricultural history.

This hand-forged steel blade features a deep, natural patina and is securely pinned to a solid, hand-shaped wooden handle.

Condition Details:

Blade: The steel shows significant oxidation and "pitting" consistent with age, which adds to its antique character. It remains structurally sound.

Handle: The wooden handle is smooth from years of use, featuring two original metal pins. There are no major splits, though it shows the beautiful wear of a tool that has seen real labor.

Aesthetic: Perfect for primitive farmhouse decor, a gallery wall, or as a unique addition to an antique tool collection.

Measurements:

Overall Length: 16 in

Blade Curve Width: 9.5 in

Vintage Op Art Style White Ceramic Tall Vase/Planter$42.23 + shippingBring a strong architectural statement to your deco...
27/12/2025

Vintage Op Art Style White Ceramic Tall Vase/Planter

$42.23 + shipping

Bring a strong architectural statement to your decor with this striking vintage white ceramic vase.

Featuring a deeply embossed, three-dimensional grid or cube pattern, this piece is a perfect example of the Op Art aesthetic popular in the Mid-Century and Modernist movements of the 1960s and 1970s.

The tall, cylindrical shape and bright white glaze make it versatile for use as:

•A bold table or floor vase for dried or artificial arrangements.

•A stylish modernist planter.

•An architectural sculptural piece for a bookshelf or mantel.

Key Details:

Style: Op Art, Mid-Century Modern, Brutalist Style

Color: Glossy White Glaze

Material: Ceramic / Pottery

Markings: Unmarked

Condition Note:

•Crazing: The piece exhibits slight, natural crazing (fine lines in the glaze) throughout, which is typical for vintage ceramic of this age and adds to its authentic antique character. There are no major chips or cracks.

*Please review photos carefully.

Dimensions:

Height: 12.5 in

Diameter/Width: 5.25 in

A fantastic, clean-lined piece for anyone who appreciates vintage geometric design!

Signed JD Studio Pottery Low Squat Bowl MCM Turquoise Glaze Art Vase Handmade$39.95 + shippingVIBRANT MID-CENTURY MODERN...
03/12/2025

Signed JD Studio Pottery Low Squat Bowl MCM Turquoise Glaze Art Vase Handmade

$39.95 + shipping

VIBRANT MID-CENTURY MODERN STUDIO POTTERY

An exceptionally well-executed piece of American studio pottery with an iconic Mid-Century Modern (MCM) form. This low, bulbous vessel features a striking, high-gloss Turquoise / Robin's Egg Blue glaze that is highly desirable for collectors.

Maker: Signed with impressed initials 'J D' on the raw clay base, indicating an independent studio artist.

Design: Low, squat, bowl-like form with a small rolled lip.

Glaze: Highly reflective, vibrant turquoise with subtle speckling, pooling slightly around the rim. The color is the major feature of this piece.

Use: Perfect as a small vase, a planter for a succulent, or a standalone accent piece on a shelf or credenza.

Condition: Excellent vintage/pre-owned condition.

c1900 Silver Blue Enamel Guilloché Pocket Watch 15J Breguet For Repair/RestoringSOLD•Winds & sets but crown is currently...
03/12/2025

c1900 Silver Blue Enamel Guilloché Pocket Watch 15J Breguet For Repair/Restoring

SOLD

•Winds & sets but crown is currently stuck in setting position – does not wind the mainspring

•Missing seconds hand

•Movement appears complete and undamaged – excellent candidate for service

•Beautiful original case and dial

Highlights

• Magnificent .800 silver case with deep blue champlevé enamel over engine-turned (guilloché) decoration – classic Art Nouveau floral design

• Signed on the gold cuvette:

“Ancre Ligne Droite – Levées Visibles – Double Plateau – Spiral Breguet – Balancier Compensé – 15 Rubis”

• High-grade 15-jewel Swiss lever movement with genuine Breguet overcoil hairspring

• Porcelain dial with bold red Arabic numerals and original blued Breguet “moon” hands

Case

•.800 silver (hallmarked)

Diameter: 52 mm (without crown)

•Beautiful multicolored patina and verdigris accents that many collectors love – can be gently cleaned if desired

•Snap-back and snap-bezel both close perfectly

•Stuck setting lever + missing seconds hand = perfectly normal for an untouched 120-year-old piece.

I've put almost our entire store on sale for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Come check it out and find the pe...
27/11/2025

I've put almost our entire store on sale for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Come check it out and find the perfect vintage item for the loved ones on your holiday shopping list!
https://ebay.us/m/Qli6ON

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