I had thought the 'dish' in the following photo was a candy dish, but after seeing one of the Silver posters, Confessions of a Plate Addict, I think it might be a calling card tray!
In any case, it was not taken care of very well. It looks like something very heavy was laid on top of it, crushing the center part of the bowl around the stem. For a yard sale find the imperfection did not bother me!
The 'silver' in the next photo looks to be a pair of scissors, but after much research, appears to be a grape cutter or grape scissor! I found it in the Florida Keys at a darling gift shop in the Marathon Airport about 15 years ago. It is not sterling, I don't even think it is silver, as it is unmarked and does not seem to tarnish. I do love the intricate detail on it!
Have a Happy Sunday!
-Blanche
treasuresAugust 15, 2010 at 10:36 AM
Hi. I have never seen a grape cutter :)
ReplyDelete~ Julie
Can you imagine having special scissors just for grapes? I have a pair too belonging to my grat grandmom...such a frivolous luxury! I love it!
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Beth
Blanch, I like both of your finds. I've always wanted a pair of grape scissors. Happy Sunday! ~ Sarah
ReplyDeleteBlanche, beautiful posts! I've been scrolling thru your blog and absolutely loved it (this is my first visit)... will be back soon and often.
ReplyDeleteHi Blanche, thank you so much for visiting my blog and for the kind words about my new kitty! :) What cool finds, very interesting to find out that there is such thing as grape scissors! :) And I love the thought of having a calling card holder, makes me think of an elegant lady from the 1800s :) ~Lauren
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous. Annette x
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind comments!
ReplyDeleteI adore those grape scissors (but have never actually used them)!
-Blanche