This is an old auto valve grinder from Zim Manufacturing Co. in Chicago. If you turn the crank the end twists back and forth. The entire piece measures 13". It has a few scratches and a tiny bit of rust. The knob is wooden.

Vintage Japan--- blonde little girl planter vase . She is wearing a hat with spaghetti/coleslaw trim. Handpainted. She has a sweet face with delicate features and ruby red lips. Approx 5" tall and about 4" wide at base. She is adorable . Excellent condition with no chips. I do not know the age but I guess it is from the 1950s.

Far from being just a boys sport, baseball has long been enjoyed and played by Americans of all genders and classes since it became popular way back in the 1800s. We can see the positive benefits of sports and self-esteem and confidence in children. We should spread this positive message for every child to know that they can “DREAM BIG AND GO FOR IT !!!"

This charming figurine shows two young girls getting ready to play or possibly to pose for a picture...

This is an antique handpainted 24" hand saw. The name screw says C.E. Jennings & Co., New York. There is an eagle with a shield on the name screw. Our information said the company operated under this name from 1878-1923. (Not sure about that.)

There is a small crack in the middle of the handle but it is in good condition for its age. See photo. The saw blade depicts a red barn in the fields with a road and fence by it.. Beautiful late summer or fall scenery...

This is a book of 50 years of forgettable humor from MAD Magazine by the "Usual Gang of Idiots". Selections of Mad Magazine from the 50s, 60s,70s, 80s and 90s. Barnes and Noble, 2007.

Chainmail began in medieval times as a method of weaving metal to create armour for knights, but today it is used to create elegant metal jewelry from various metals. The roots of chainmail jewelry predate the 5th century, when it was used by the ancient Celts to make armour for the warriors of the time.

We got this at an estate sale. I don't really know much about it. We believe it came from Turkey but we do not know how old it is. It LOOKS really really old but I don't know ...

This is a set of three easy to follow guide to repairing books. Two are Reader's Digest books. With these books, you will be free from expensive home repairs . The books take the mystery out of repairs and troubleshooting. These books are not new, however, they are still useful and have a lot of good ideas in them. Good gift for the beginner, new homeowner and just everyone. Lots of good, helpful illustrations in each book...

This is a set of two books for cat lovers. The first one is "Great Cat Tales". It has several cat stories chosen for cat lovers by cat lovers. Anyone who has ever shared a home with a cat knows how charming , lovable and unpredictable they can be. EACH STORY IN THIS BOOK HAS A HAPPY ENDING. Every cat lover will enjoy this book of happy tales.

The second book is "How to Toilet-Train Your Cat." It has all kinds of helpful suggestions and it addresses an important issue...

This is a collector's plate from the Hamilton Collection. It is part of "Seasons of the Bald Eagle". This one is "Spring on the River." John Pitcher , 1991. Plate is signed by the artist and the plate is numbered. Gorgeous.!! This would be a beautiful addition to your plate collection.

"Time spent in the saddle is never wasted." This little 7 1/2" high and 5 1/2" wide sign is a hand cut and stenciled product. The slate piece is part of a roofing tile, as seen on old New Orleans homes. Its uneven surface shows years of exposure to the elements. Handmade in the U.S.A..

We would be more than happy to ship your gift items directly to friends and family members. We will include a card or a gift note in your words...

This is a beautiful collector plate of the "Last Supper". The picture of Jesus and the disciples is surrounded by a ring of light purple flowers. The plate has alternating "jagged" pointy edges decorated in gold coloring. Measures 7" diameter. There are no marks on the back. It used to have a sticker that said made in Japan but it is "long gone". This plate would make a beautiful addition to your collection! It is in very good condition--no cracks or chips.

This is a figurine of a love angel. She stands about 10 inches tall, the wooden base is about 5 inches diameter. I think it is made of resin material. She has glitter on her wings and strawberry blonde hair. She is carrying a string of hearts in her arms . Quite beautiful especially for angel collectors.