Quality Ephemera & Collectables
Items that might be considered collectable & of general interest
Everything is hand chosen especially for you by our knowledgeable staff
Reproduction sextant in wooden case. Quality item in great condition
(Ref: EC001) £75
Lucas of Birmingham, 'Aceta Major' Acetyline bicycle lamp. Super vintage piece for display. Solid brass with glass front. Made in England
(Ref: EC002) £35
Vintage Brass Model Of A Greyhound. Charming model of a greyhound in brass.
(Ref: EC003) £15
Black Forest Wood Carving From 20th Century.
Black Forest wood carving from the 20th century shows exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. Intricately carved from wood, reflecting the unique style and period of the Black Forest movement. This original carving adds a touch of history.
(Ref: EC004) £16
A Fascinating 19th Century Set Of Brass Apothecary’s Weights In A Wooden Box
Lovely, complete set of metric brass weights for original use by apothecary. All set in purpose made wooden box. Besides the weights, there are several microgram weights and a pair of tweezers for handling them.
Very unusual to find such a complete set. Possibly 1900?
(Ref: EC005) £80
Fascinating Vintage Model Of An Old Boot In Solid Brass!
Eye-catching model of an old boot in heavy, solid brass. Could be used as a paperweight or just as a decorative piece.
(Ref: EC006) £7
Brass bell with clanger
Brass bell with clanger 20 cm ( 8inches). Stout wooden handle. In good vintage condition
(Ref: EC007) £20
Vintage clarinet from ARMSTRONG ELKHART of USA
Vintage clarinet from ARMSTRONG ELKHART of USA in its own case. Case measures 30 cm x 20 x 9 cm.
(Ref: EC008) £140
2 vintage desktop stamp holders made of cast iron.
2 vintage desktop stamp holders made of cast iron. Used in Victorian times in offices and estates. One would have held 6 stamps with handles and the other would have housed 10. They would have been rotated on their static bases until the required stamp came to hand. Fascinating glimpse into business affairs of a bygone age.
(Ref: EC009) £70 for the two
Vintage robin-mounted twine spool and scissors.
Vintage robin-mounted twine spool and scissors. Cast iron base gives stability when cutting the twine.
(Ref: EC010) £25
Chinese carved soapstone inkwell
Chinese carved soapstone inkwell from the mid-20th century.
25 cm wide x 18 cm high. (10 “ x 7”) Good condition.
(Ref: EC011) £50
French opera/racing glasses from approximately 1920.
French opera/racing glasses from approximately 1920. 13 to 15 cm tall.
(Ref: EC012) £25
Vintage, Heavy brass field glasses
Vintage, Heavy brass field glasses from approximately 1940 (10 - 12 cm tall)
(Ref: EC013) £25
2 x pairs of French opera/racing binoculars
2 x pairs of French opera/racing binoculars from about 100 years ago. Dents to the smaller pair but in working order. Great collectable items.
(Ref: EC014) £25 for the pair
Japanese carved hardwood
Japanese carved hardwood from approximately 1900. Intricate work. Good condition 13 cm (5inches)
(Ref: EC015) £100
Mother of pearl base with 3 silver branches
An elegant decorative piece featuring a scalloped mother‑of‑pearl base with finely cut star detailing around the perimeter. The surface is adorned with three solid silver branches, each intricately modelled with leaves, buds, and floral motifs.
The craftsmanship demonstrates late‑Victorian or early‑20th‑century design influences, combining naturalistic silverwork with the iridescent sheen of shell.
This item would appeal to collectors of antique silverware, decorative arts, or vanity accessories, and makes a refined addition to any curated display.
(Ref: EC016) £50
Brass school bell with turned wooden handle
Brass school bell with turned wooden handle. 21 cm tall. 20th century.
(Ref: EC017) £25
A pair of Indian vintage brass display plates
A pair of Indian vintage brass display plates from mid-20 th century on purpose-built wooden stands. 19 cm (7.5 inches) wide.
(Ref: EC018) £95 for the pair.