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Tufts Pickle Castor

By Preston, 29 July, 2009
Description

Tufts silver plated pickle castor with hobnail vaseline glass insert. (Silver is not polished). I had never seen a pickle castor before I went into the antique store. It's a very interesting piece. Anyone know if I got a good deal?

Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
Silver, Vaseline Glass
Distinguishing marks
James W. Tufts hallmark with # 8610
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
12 1/2 " high, pickle jar is 3 3/4 " high
Date Period
Victorian?
History
Purchased in Springville, NY July 2009.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$150
For Sale?
No
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Preston

15 years 10 months ago

Re: Tufts Pickle Castor

I had never seen a pickle castor before I went into the antique store. It's a very interesting piece. Anyone know if I got a good deal?

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Lovejoy

15 years 10 months ago

In reply to Re: Tufts Pickle Castor by Preston

Re: Tufts Pickle Castor

You did well, the ones with unusual glass like hobnail vaseline glass usually go for $150.00 at auction. But you won't know if you got a deal until you polish it, if the plating is worn it's not a good deal ;~)

Lovejoy

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Preston

15 years 10 months ago

In reply to Re: Tufts Pickle Castor by Lovejoy

Re: Tufts Pickle Castor

Thanks for the info. Any advice on products/methods to polish the silver without risking damage? Thanks.

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