And will be adding a shop to this site, to replace the Ruby Lane and Ruby Plaza shops, which are now closed.
Apr
13
Quimper Individual Salt Cellar – Circa 1920
A little history: Quimper Pottery, has been manufactured in Quimper a town in Brittany, France for over 300 years. Since Roman times, Quimper has produced desirable pottery. The HB-Henriot Faiencerie was founded in 1690 by Jean-Baptiste Bousquet who was given a royal manufacturing license by King Louis XIV. Each piece of Quimper China is completely handmade and painstakingly hand-painted. Each piece of Quimper china is unique. The individual salt cellar shown here has managed to survive some 80+ years in remarkably good condition. It measures approximately 1″ tall by 2 1/4″ long by 1 3/4″ wide and the underside is marked “Henriot Quimper 82″ which dates this item to 1920. This salt can be referenced in the “5,000 Open Salts” collectors guide, by Heacock & Johnson, (salt # 1729) as Scarce (hard to find) @ $25- $30 US.
When I first aquired this scarce and very lovely salt cellar I was thrilled to add it to my collection. But (you saw that coming didn’t you) my collection has grown and I find that this lovely salt cellar no longer fits in. The question became is a salt cellar considered as Scarce a good enough reason to keep it? After careful consideration I decided it was not, although it is lovely it sticks out like a sore thumb and ruins the aesthetics of the collection. So this little beauty has found itself up for sale in my Ruby Lane Shop
Nov
15
Kemple Yutec Toothpick Holder
This Early American Pattern Glass piece was part of the Prescot line and is also known as the Regal Star, measures 2 1/4″ diameter and 2 1/8″ tall. there is wear to the base with a small chip on the bottom near the edge, otherwise in good condition, with no cracks, scratches or repairs. Great for special occasions or as display, this beautiful toothpick holder would make a nice addition to any collection. This item can be referenced in: Glass Toothpick Holders, Second Edition, Page 129 @ $ 42.00
Nov
15
Imperial Homestead Carnival Glass Smoke Color Chop Plate – Circa 1951-1972
Imperial’s No. 524 also know as Homestead Chop Plate was described in some detail in the June 13, 1912 issue of Crockery and Glass Journal: “This is a plaque bearing a picturesque scene of an old fashioned American homestead by the side of a stream. An artistic rustic bridge crosses the water, under which are ducks peacefully enjoying a swim.” This Smoke colored Imperial Chop Plate lives up to this description with ease; lovely iridescence, exquisite pattern definition and mold strike. This Plate measures 10″ in diameter, bears the I over G trademark. Circa 1951-1972 and is in very good condition with no nips, chips or flaws of any kind. This would make a wonderful addition to any Imperial collection or would be perfect for gift giving. This Item Can Be Referenced in Warman’s Carnival Glass 2nd edition, page 224 – $325-625
Nov
14
Smith Glass Blue Kanawha # 593 Toothpick Holder
This lovely blue kanawha toothpick holder has the Smith paper label. The Kanawha # 593, measures approximately 21/2″ wide, and 2. 1/8″ tall, with no chips, cracks, scratches or repairs, this lovely toothpick holder is in near mint condition. Great for special occasions or as display, this vintage toothpick holder would make a lovely addition to any collection. This item can be referenced in: Glass Toothpick Holders, Second Edition, Page 171
Nov
13
Cambridge Hexagonal Star-Starburst Clear
This beautiful Cambridge Hexagonal Star salt measures approximately 1 7/8″ in diameter and 7/8″ tall, the rim has some roughness and one panel has roughness/tiny nicks otherwise it is in very good condition with no chips, cracks, scratches or repairs. Also included is a clear glass spoon with twisted handle measuring approximately 2.25″. This beautiful salt cellar & spoon would make a nice addition to any collection. This salt can be referenced in the “5,000 Open Salts” collectors guide, by Heacock & Johnson, (salt #514) as Available (will be seen from time to time) @ $10 -15
Nov
13
Marshall Field & Co. Ornate Brilliant Cut Glass Open Salt Cellar – Circa 1913
This ornate brilliant cut glass salt cellar is exceptionally nice, with a lovely sparkle it stands approximately 1″ tall with a 1 7/8″ diameter and has an eight point star in the base. This salt can be referenced in the “5,000 Open Salts” collectors guide, by Heacock & Johnson, (Reprint J) which shows salts from the 1913 Marshall Field & Co. retail Catalog, salt# E76569. Great for special occasions or as display, this beautiful salt cellar is in good condition with some small nicks around rim and the outside of the salt, otherwise there are no large chips, cracks, scratches or repairs. Also included is a clear glass spoon with twisted handle measuring approximately 2.25″. This beautiful salt cellar & spoon would make a nice addition to any collection.
Nov
12
Richard & Hartley/US Glass Round Open Salt Cellar – Circa 1890′s
This salt is made from pressed glass in a ribbed round pattern. It measures just over 1/2” in diameter and is in near mint condition with no chips, cracks, scratches or repairs. This salt can be referenced in the “5,000 Open Salts” collectors guide, by Heacock & Johnson, (salt 2589) as Available (will be seen from time to time) @ 7-9
Quantity available: 4