Wind Up Acrobat Toy (1930s)

by Cabinet of Curiosities | Nov 21, 2012 | Archive

A Swinger’s Delight! Why run off and join the circus when we can bring the circus to you! For those swingers or folks who like to clown around this Tik-Tak, (litho on metal) wind-up toy is just the thing for you. This 1930s toy with two acrobats – wearing circus...

Newspapers from Early 1800s on

by Cabinet of Curiosities | Nov 20, 2012 | Archive

Whatever your reading pleasure, be it local or international, you can bet we’ve got a paper that will tickle your fancy. Our eclectic collection of papers will allow you to step back in time and marvel at the first hand news of the day. Transport yourself back...

Antique Button Machine Schott Bros.

by Cabinet of Curiosities | Nov 19, 2012 | Archive

Seeing that all my shirts, pants and jackets have come with buttons of their own I think I can let this button machine go. Antique Schott Brothers Button Machine Maker. Great old antique button machine made in Providence R. I. Made IN U.S.A.-  made to last and with...

Steinbeck Red Pony First Edition

by Cabinet of Curiosities | Nov 16, 2012 | Archive

UP FOR OFFER is a lovely first edition illustrated copy of a John Steinbeck classic: Published by Viking 1945. Appears unread and is in near fine condition No discoloring, no remainder mark. 1st printing. Straight and tight, no loose pages or any other signs of wear....

Lyons Magnetic Insect Powder Tin

by Cabinet of Curiosities | Nov 16, 2012 | Archive

A great early litho insect powder tin from “Lyons Magnetic Insect Powder – Lyon Manufacturing Co., 144 Duane St. New York” from the “Somers Bros. Brooklyn, New York”. It has great litho of bugs. Overall in good condition given its age. We...