{"title":"Antiques £100 and above","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntiques in stock priced at over £100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-pair-of-paste-set-shoe-buckles-19thc","title":"A pair of paste set silver shoe buckles. Early 19thc","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine pair of paste set shoe buckles on a white metal and gilded framework. The pastes are various sizes and all appear to be original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no makers marks or any other mark on the back but they are early 19th century circa 1820.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.5 x 4.5 cm 2.25 x 1.75 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. JD41\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33003828019335,"sku":"JD41","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/files\/jd41-pair-paste-shoe-buckles-_2.jpg?v=1691424002"},{"product_id":"antique-dance-chatelaine-oxidized-steel-with-lucky-4-leaf-clovers-c-1870","title":"Antique ‘dance chatelaine'- oxidized steel with lucky 4 leaf clovers. c1870","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique chatelaine for a young lady to wear at a ball with the necessary repair kit of a scent bottle, mirror and cosmetic pot! It is made of steel deliberately oxidized to appear a silver grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has an applied motif of a four leaf clover set with stones on the three pieces.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe end clips are of rolled gold and quite dramatic. The part that goes over a belt or waist band has been left plain and is silver plate on copper. c 1870\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn excellent condition-all original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 inches long ( 20 cm ) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. HT46\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33003864719495,"sku":"HT46","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/ht46-antique-dance-chatelaine-_2.jpg?v=1665757911"},{"product_id":"prince-albert-go-to-bed-patent-vesta","title":"'Prince Albert' go-to-bed. Mid 19thc.","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn unusual gilt metal vesta \/ go to bed.\u003cbr\u003eIt is embossed on the base with the words-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e             Prince Albert's Safety Box 150 Patent Vesta Lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metal is decoratively engraved and filled with red lacquer in parts. The lid, which incorporates a wax holder, is embossed with a cherub and foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn excellent condition but with some age related wear and a small knock to the rim of the base. There are no contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 cm tall x 4 cm in diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. JE31b\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33194496819335,"sku":"JE31b","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/files\/je31-albert-vesta-match-case-_1_286b096f-a1ad-4cc8-9e3f-a58b98ff1dc0.jpg?v=1691419679"},{"product_id":"a-small-painted-georgian-sewing-basket-c-1800","title":"A small Georgian painted basket. c1800","description":"\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1.1em; text-align: left;\"\u003eA very charming little basket which is made of varnished white wood painted in the chinoiserie style which was popular in the early 19th century. It is lined in a turquoise \/ green plain paper which is the original. The handle is fixed to the sides of the box with brass screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Montserrat,\u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1.1em 0px;\"\u003eIn excellent condition especially considering its age. There is no damage although the original varnish finish has a few minor scuffs and there is some staining to the edges of the paper lining of the lid (see photos).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Montserrat,\u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1.1em 0px;\"\u003e11 x 6 x 4 cm with the swing handle bringing the height to 10cm\u003cbr\u003e5 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches with the handle 4 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; font-family: Montserrat,\u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1.1em 0px;\"\u003eStock no. X2\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33451432050823,"sku":"X2","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/d71-georgian-mini-basket-box-_2.jpg?v=1665780765"},{"product_id":"a-pair-of-antique-goan-filigree-silver-bowls-17thc","title":"A pair of antique filigree bowls. c1820","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of small white metal filigree bowls of sturdy construction each weighing 44g. They are sitting on a small pedestal of filigree and have six applied 6-petalled flowers on the side of the bowls. \u003cbr\u003eThere are no marks on the silver.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEarly 19th century Goan circa 1820.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 2.5 inches in diameter (6.5 cm)\u003cbr\u003e1.5 inches high. (4cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. HG20\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33529543098503,"sku":"HG20","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/hg20-goan-filigree-bowls-_2.jpg?v=1662454205"},{"product_id":"a-parisian-double-sided-silk-purse-with-steel-beading-c-1860","title":"A Parisian double sided silk purse with steel beading.  c 1860","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn interesting silk purse made up of two parts separated by an internal steel plate. The strawberry coloured woven silk has faded to a strawberry pink but the green silk has kept its colour. Close up there are rows of honeycomb patterned fawn threads through which the silks appear to be woven.  The back section of the purse is finished with a fringe of steel beads whilst the front has a tassel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the original strawberry colour is evident as the silk lining has disintegrated. The pierced steel plate is stamped 'Depose Paris' meaning the design was protected. c 1860\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In excellent condition. I'm unsure as to whether the vibrant red threads attaching the two bags to the frame are original as they would have looked very conspicuous when new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14 x 6.5 cm  including the tassel.  \u003cbr\u003e5.75 x 2.5 inches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. JR41\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35951226290333,"sku":"JR41","price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/jr41-french-double-sided-silk-purse-_7.jpg?v=1665669298"},{"product_id":"an-embossed-dutch-silver-knitting-sheath-c-1860","title":"An embossed silver knitting stick. c 1860","description":"\u003cp\u003eA good 19th century silver knitting stick with embossed decoration and with a pin fastening. Dutch silver mark and maker's initials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnitting sticks or 'third hands' were worn at the waist to support a knitting needle. Dutch ones are usually marked with a tiny dagger to indicate silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15 cm long\u003cbr\u003e6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. JZ17\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39355845640349,"sku":"JZ17","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/jz17-dutchembossed-silver-knitting-sheath-stick-_2.jpg?v=1662724655"},{"product_id":"an-engraved-dutch-silver-knitting-sheath-19th-century","title":"An engraved Dutch silver knitting stick. 19th century","description":"\u003cp\u003eA knitting stick in silver engraved with a shield and foliage. It has a clip fastening engraved with the original owner's initials MR and has the Dutch silver dagger mark at the base. 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 12 cm long\u003cbr\u003e4.75 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. JZ18\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39355882242205,"sku":"JZ18","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/jz18-dutch-silver-knitting-stick-sheath-_3.jpg?v=1716717832"},{"product_id":"antique-silver-stamp-case-and-letter-scale","title":"A combined stamp case and letter scale. English c1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rectangular brass letter scale with incurve sides and shaped on the reverse to look like the back of an envelope. The back opens and there is just enough space for a stamp. Reg design no. 102604 from 1888 by \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJames Allen Birmingham.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scale weighed letters from 1 to 6 ounces priced at 1d to 2 1\/2d and has a sprung clip to hold them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn excellent condition- working. and with no dents or other damage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.5 x 2.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e1.75 x 1 inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. JY39\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40354047328413,"sku":"JY39","price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/jy39-brass-letter-scale-_1.jpg?v=1662384585"},{"product_id":"an-unusual-english-silver-chatelaine-c-1887","title":"An unusual English silver chatelaine  c1887.","description":"\u003cp\u003eA silver chatelaine with five chains attached to a clip in the form of a safety pin. Four of the chains end in silver coins all with the date of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee in 1887. The fifth item is a pin cushion mounted with two silver plaques depicting Pope Pious IX (died 1878).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver has no hall marks but it tests to sterling silver. The four Victorian coins are a silver three penny bit, a six pence, a shilling and a half crown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very personal keepsake commemorating Queen Victoria's reign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 14 x 7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Stock no.  JH24 \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40420970266781,"sku":"JH24","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/jh24-silver-commemorative-chatelaine-pope-pin-cushion-_2.jpg?v=1662479878"},{"product_id":"a-steel-pin-cushion-clamp-with-faceted-studs-c-1830","title":"A steel pin cushion \/ netting clamp with faceted studs. c 1830","description":"\u003cp\u003eA good quality steel pin cushion clamp with netting hook. English c 1830\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chiseled and studded steel is fitted with a red velvet cushion which is the original but was well used and has now has lost all of its nap. The little hook was used to anchor the first loop when netting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel is in very good condition with no missing studs and retains its mirror finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13.5 cm x 4 cm x 3.5 cm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e( 5 x 1.5 x 1.5 inches )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. JM18\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40496267755677,"sku":"JM18","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/jm16-steel-pin-cushion-netting-clamp-_1.jpg?v=1663767849"},{"product_id":"an-unusual-miniature-silver-cruet-london-1927","title":"A miniature sterling silver cruet made to an 18th century design.","description":"\u003cp\u003eA miniature silver cruet copying an early 18th century design for a baby house by David Clayton.  * images of the latter are online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cruet has five-ring compartments on a stepped frame with three graduated baluster shaped castors and covers, and two glass flasks and covers.  The stand is hall marked on the base as are the castors. One of the two blown glass bottles has an unmarked silver cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Britannia standard silver 95.8% silver (by weight) for London 1927 maker MR \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 10 x 7 x 7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 x 2.75 x 2.75 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Stock no. KL27\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42543089713309,"sku":"KL27","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/kl27-mini-silver-cruet-1927-_4.jpg?v=1662471695"},{"product_id":"a-birch-bark-snuff-box-scandinavian-19th-century","title":"A birch bark box. Scandinavian. 19th century.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn oval snuff box made from the stripped bark of birch trees. The lid lifts off and is decorated with red leather and it has a leather loop as a handle. The base has a recess also inset with red leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProbably Swedish. 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8.5 x 4 x 4cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3.25 x 1.5 x 1.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStock no. HM22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43256859787421,"sku":"HM22","price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/products\/hm22-birch-bark-box-_2.jpg?v=1673344705"},{"product_id":"a-sterling-silver-mustard-pot-in-its-presentation-box-b1904","title":"A sterling silver mustard pot in its presentation box. 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KT16\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43668334248093,"sku":"KT16","price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/files\/kt16-silver-mustard-pot-cherubs_7.jpg?v=1683900383"},{"product_id":"a-rare-georgian-silver-porte-crayon-pencil-holder-t-ws-c1821","title":"A rare Georgian silver porte crayon \/ pencil holder.  HM 1821.","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early silver porte-crayon stamped with the assay mark for Birmingham, the letter X and maker's mark T\u0026amp;WS for Thomas \u0026amp; William Simpson. 1821 was the year they first registered their mark and the hallmark is for that year. It has a seal end cap engraved with the initials PA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn excellent condition- no splits, dents or repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9cm long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. KT31\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43749108678813,"sku":"KT31","price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/files\/kt31-hm-silver-porte-crayon-pencil-_2.jpg?v=1686063881"},{"product_id":"a-pair-of-steel-cage-winding-clamps-c1820-1830","title":"A pair of steel cage form winding clamps. c1820-1830","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare pair of steel clamps for winding thread. Probably once fitted into a sewing box but have managed to stay together. c 1820-1830. French?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13 cm long with the screw in the position shown in the photo.\u003cbr\u003e4cm at their widest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn excellent condition- no damage and retaining a mirror finish.  Some minor tarnish and the odd spot of rust-the photos make it look worse!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. KV30\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Cabinet Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43803806171293,"sku":"KV30","price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/2855\/1303\/files\/kv30-pair-steel-cage-sewing-clamps-_3.jpg?v=1688288083"},{"product_id":"a-childs-chip-carved-knitting-stick-19thc","title":"A chip carved knitting stick for a child. 19thc","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small carved fruit wood knitting stick for a child. It is profusely carved with geometric designs and must have been a treasured possession of a little girl. 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 13.5cm in length\u003cbr\u003e5.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In excellent condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock no. 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