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Brown Silk-Covered Hooks & Eyes - Marshall Field
Unopened package containing two hooks and two eyes, each wound with brown silk. Perfect for furs, coats, etc. These were originally sold At Marshall Field & Company and still bear the original price sticker.
As always, please click the small photo at left for a larger view. The hooks are just shy of an inch long from end to end, the eyes about 3/4" inch.
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Black Silk-Covered Hooks & Eyes - Traum
Unopened package containing two hooks and two eyes, each wound with black. The package advertises that they can be used for "furs, coats, suits, collars and jackets."
As always, please click the small photo at left for a larger view. The hooks are just shy of an inch long from end to end, the eyes about 3/4" inch.
Two packages available at $4.00 each.
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Ardee 1960s Skirt Pins / Kilt Pins
Here's a package of 2 spring steel skirt pins. Use them for clothing, or make a charm pin. They are made in England, and were imported to the US & sold by the Ardee Merchandise Corp.
Package shows some wear, bends; pins are in new condition.
Each pin measures approximately 3" inches long. This steel is heavy duty & is about 1/16" in thickness. Quality! $4 for the package of two pins.
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Clinton Safety Pins
This is a full package of Clinton safety pins, size 2. The card says they are "brass, rustproof, guarded coils." There are 8 pins, which measure about 1 1/2" inches in length.
$3 for the full card of pins..
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Tiny Cut Steel Buckles / Slides
These two riveted cut steel buckles are unusual smaller than one usually finds; they may once have adorned shoes or hats. They likely date from the late 19th Century to the early 20th Century.
Each measures approximately 7/16" wide by 13/16" in height. The opening - is about 7/16 at its widest point, and 1/4" inch at its narrowest, so will accomodate a ribbon in that measurement range.
In very good condition, with some patina and slight wear. They are very usable.
The pair is yours for $21.
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Large Wood & Burgundy Plastic Buckle
Here's a really unusual buckle in a large size. It measures 3 1/4" by 2 5/8" inches. The opening will accommodate a belt up to 2 inches wide. Two deep red pieces of plastic alternate with the wood pieces at the edges.
In good condition, with some light wear. It appears to be handcrafted. Very usable.
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La Mode Big Buckle
A buckle that makes a statement! This buckle dates from the late 60s / early 70s and measures a whopping 3 13/16" wide, and 1 7/8" tall. The opening is 1.25" inches tall.
Made by La Mode Buttons, it is still in its original package. It is slightly curved. The package shows a little wear; but the buckle is like new.
Hard to get good photos due to the packaging, but, as always, click on the photo at left for a full-size view.
$6.00
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Blue Buckle / Slide
This blue plastic buckle has a very attractive line pattern in it. Interior measurement is 1 5/16" - it's 2" in diameter overall.
Why not buy some 1" wide vintage trim & make a belt? Or, use it as an adjustor for a handbag strap. $4.95
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Abstract Goldtone Buckle
A goldtone buckle in an unusual abstract design. Measures 1 1/8" inches wide by 1" tall. In excellent condition with no flaws.
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Newey Snap Fasteners, Size 1
This is a full card of 10 Newey Snap Fasteners, size 1. Made in England. The card says, "Rolled edges prevent cutting thread; recessed sewing holes ensure perfect closing." Rustproof. Each snap measures 3/8" inch in diameter.
We have four cards available, at $1.50 each.
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Newey Snap Fasteners, Size 0
This is a full card of 15 Newey Snap Fasteners, size 0. Made in England. The card says, "Rolled edges prevent cutting thread; recessed sewing holes ensure perfect closing." Rustproof. Each snap measures 5/16" inch in diameter.
The card, $1.50
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Clinton Snap Fasteners
This is a full card of 12 rustproof Clinton Snap Fasteners, size 2-0. Made by the Scovill Manufacturing Company in Waterbury, Connecticut. Each snap measures 5/16" inch in diameter. Though silvertone, the card says they are made of brass.
The back of the card gives instructions, and even provides a handy ruler. As always, click the small image at left for larger images. Probably ca. 1920s. $4
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Clinton Hooks, Eyes, and Loops
This card contains 14 each of size 1 hooks, eyes, and loops. They are black, brass, rustproof, and made in the USA.
This is a full card, unused & ready for your projects. $2.50.
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