Day 252 – Matchbox Holder

Matchbox holder. Enamelware. I think the design looks Persian. There are no makers’ marks. The box of matches inside is empty. Primarily…

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Deanne in Objects

OT – Alt Titles

Being a not-so brief explanation of this Alt-title nonsense. For some time now, I’ve been adding Alt-titles (Alternate titles) to my posts…

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Deanne in Other

Modern Prose. Chosen & Arranged By Guy. N. Pocock M A. Made in Great Britain at The Temple Press, Letchworth, Herts. Last…

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Deanne in Books

Cynley Loupe 8x Magnifier. A diamond related site names Roger Bacon as having invented the loupe in 1250. I wonder about the…

Longreene Electra 21 “Ladies” Watch. Anti-magnetic. Electronically timed. This was a gift from a much beloved Aunt who has passed on. It’s…

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Deanne in Jewellery