Plymouth Rock Paperweight This is the largest (4 1/8" long) of 3 paperweights made c. 1876 to commemorate the landing of our Pilgrim Fathers. Maker unknown. This paperweight appears to have been dropped and rolled on the floor (sad, sad) as there are 3 surface bruises as well as a ¼" long surface flake between the bruises and above the "0". If you are still reading this, the most amazing thing about this piece is the 3 lines of text on the beveled bottom which say; "A rock in the wilderness welcomed our sires from bondage far over the dark rolling sea. On that holy altar they kindled the fires, Jehovah! Which glow in our bosoms for thee. Mary Chilton was the first to land upon the Rock, Dec. 21. 1620. In attempting to raise up the rock in 1775 it was split asunder. This is a fac-simile of the upper part. Inkstand Co. Prov. RI Pilgrim Rock Trademark 1876." There are 3 rows of inscriptions, 2 on the flat bottom surface and one on the tiny beveled edge above the bottom surface. (5867)

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Franklin Pottery Commemorative Paperweight This pale mint green high glaze pottery paperweight was made by the Franklin Pottery Company in Lansdale, PA. Benjamin Franklin is depicted on the front, with his walking stick and satchel. Circa 1950’s – this measures 5 3/8" long by 3 5/8" across – about 1" high. Tiny bit of wear to some high points – generally extremely nice condition. (#T-1244)

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Manufacturer: Franklin Pottery  

Haviland Martha Washington Plate Made by Haviland, Limoges, France between 1946-1962. This 8 ½" d. porcelain plate is a replica of a set given to Martha Washington during her husband’s presidency. Chains link the 15 states in the Union at that time. The plate is in very fine condition – no knife marks, gold in center and on edges almost pristine. (274E)

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Manufacturer: Haviland  

Old City Gate St. Augustine Plate A cream and gold trimmed pottery plate with blue transfer printed center of the Old City Gate in St. Augustine, Florida. Measures 8 3/4" in diameter. Made by Barker Bros., Staffordshire , England using the trade name Royal Tudor Ware. C. 1930’s – 1940’s. Excellent condition. (#280E)

Key words: political memorabilia

Manufacturer: Barker Brothers  

Franklin Pottery Commem. Tile Made by Franklin Pottery, Lansdale, PA, circa 1925. This commemorative tile measures 2 3/4" square. Semi matte blue glaze in the recesses, dark gray buff color body. This shows a Benjamin Franklin silhouette, with his walking stick, and the initials "FP" for Franklin Pottery. Marked on the back, this is in excellent condition.

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Manufacturer: Franklin Pottery  

Royal Doulton Beatty Plate Made by Royal Doulton and decorated by Doulton’s Robert Allen Studios, 1923. George Beatty was the founder of George Beatty & Sons, a large manufacturing firm in Fergus, Ontario, Canada. As early as 1900, they began to diversify from farm and stable equipment into pumps, washing machines and other product lines. This plate was probably produced to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the company (1874-1924). Excellent condition. (286E)

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Manufacturer: Royal Doulton  

President Garfield Tumbler This is a thick walled tumbler with a medallion bust of President Garfield pressed into the base. He is framed by a Laurel Wreath, underneath which is printed "Garfield." Garfield was assassinated in 1881 and served as president for less than a year. 3 5/8" h x 3 ¼" d. Excellent condition. (5703)

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Manufacturer: American Glass company  

Julia Marlowe Match Safe This porcelain match safe represents Julia Marlowe, the stage name of Sarah Frances Frost, an American actress who rose to stardom in Shakespearean plays and modern drama in the late 1890’s. Marlowe performed with Edward Hugh Sothern in many stage productions. High glaze on front, bisque back. 3 ¾" long. Excellent condition. (282E)

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Manufacturer: pottery company  

Blue Peabody Mug Made by the Wear Flint Glass Co. of England, 1869. Registry mark in bottom of mug.. George Peabody’s name is surrounded by stars across the mug’s surface. 2 ½" x 2 ½". Note the glass imperfection above the 2nd "E" in George and the extra blob of glass on the top rim. (5640)

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Manufacturer: Wear Flint Glass  

Bumper to the Flag Civil War Flint Glass Tumbler This is one of the harder to find early American political and historical glass pieces. This is a flint Bumper to the Flag tumbler. One side has that written, and the other side says "Union Forever". Between these sayings, on each side is a Liberty Pole with a traditional Liberty cap. The flag has 35 stars. There is one tiny nick, or area that you can catch your fingernail in, at the very bottom of one of the Liberty poles. This circa 1863 tumbler measures 3 1/4"high by 2 5/8" in diameter. (#5373)

Key words: memorabilia EAPG pattern glass

Manufacturer: as described  

Fort Meigs Amber Plate This 8" plate, in amber, commemorates Fort Meigs, built by William Henry Harrision. Date and maker unknown - heavy glass with a stippled background. Tippecanoe appears around the top, William H. Harrison at the bottom, Fort Meigs in the center with a log cabin. Excellent condition. (#R184)

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Boy Scout Slide This slide is either for a neckerchief or a belt - used by the Boy Scouts. It meausres 1 1/2" x 1 1/8". Brass with blue enamel. Slightly worm condition but a nice piece of memorabilia.

Key Words: memorabilia jewelry

Manufacturer: as described  

Civil War Flint Tumbler This is a bell-toned flint tumbler. It has 2 large panels separated by Liberty Poles and Caps, one of the oldest symbols of freedom. One panel features a cannon and ramrod with a stack of cannonballs, a mortar, ball,and flag waving in the background. The second panel is an eagle with a shield on its breast. One talon holds the staff of a 34 star flag (1861-63} and a long sword in the other. Excellent condition. (#5667)

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Manufacturer: American glass company  

Flag, Eagle and Fleur de Lys Milk Glass Plate Made by the Westmoreland Glass Co., c.1903. This 7" milk glass plate has traces of its original "goofus glass" type gold paint. The patent date and number appear on the back of the flag (Sept. 8, 03 36538). Made in 1903. Excellent condition. (#5368)

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GAR Glass Platter This rectangular glass platter ( bread plate ) honors the Grand Army of the Republic which was organized in 1866. The GAR insignia forms the center panel. Engraved in small letters on the medal in that center panel is " Grand Army of the Republic Veteran 1861-1866." United States shields decorate the corners. Illustrated in Lindsey "American Historical Glass. " 11 1/8" l x 7 5/8" w. c. 1870-1880. Excellent condition. (#5593)

Key words: eapg early american pattern memorabilia commemorative political
Manufacturer: American Glass Company