This large copper wall plate appears to be of middle eastern origin due to the style of the engravings. It also seems to be hand hammered. There is a light patina on parts of it.
The attached article explains the history involved but in case it is difficult to read (due to size of image) - it was found in the rafters of my turn of the century home when installing phone lines. This highway is now Hwy 14 in Christian County, MO. The local state college (now MSU) could not find info about Hwy 40 and referred me to MoDot. They were able to look up the existence and time period of the old highway and it's history. The map (attached pic) was done to show the highway system back when this sign was in use (range of just before the 1920's and including the 1920's). MoDot (MO Dept of Transportation)told me this sign is the only one left in existence. Also attached are 2 pictures (front and back) of the sign.
Handmade Venetian glass dog vaseline and red sommerso. Clear glass with red and yellow, with streak of silver down center. Has red nose, tongue, and eyes. Glass glows under UV light.
Art Nouveau? Royal Dux Figurine.. Nude, seated cross legged on a stand with cobalt blue drapery & gilt accents.. Cobalt blue cap with gilt trim, brown hair. Has 'ROYAL DUX BOHEMIA' pink triangle with an acorn with an 'E' therein. On the LHS of the triangle, next to the blue 'test spot', is the number '2998'. There is also a blue stamp to the LHS of that. In excellent condition, no cracks, crazing or repairs.. All the gilt is in superb condition.. It came to me from my Grandfather, who was an avid collector of Royal Doulton figurines (all delicate 'girly' stuff tho). Whilst I could have chosen any of the Royal Doulton, this was the only one that caught my eye, I've loved her from the moment I laid eyes on her. I've no idea of her age or insurance value.. I did choose 1 piece of Royal Doulton, more 'Manly' than the ballerinas, etc. It's a large (15"), heavy wall plate, showing an embossed/raised picture of the 'HMS VICTORY' under full sail. The plate is brown in colour. I've been told that it is called a 'Charger', but once again, I'm not sure of this, or it's insurance value.. Can anyone help?..
I don't have much information about this Tonk Fire Truck. I know that it's probably old or made from a long time ago, but not sure when. I have some pictures.
