Bidspirit auction | An Assortment of Vintage and

An Assortment of Vintage and Antique Collectibles Including Desk Accessories, Horological Instruments, and Objets de Vertu - This collection consists of an assortment of vintage and antique collectibles including stationery items, horological instruments, and decorative objects. Stationery and desk accessories feature a wooden folding yardstick marked for The Singer Manufacturing Company, a turned wood cylindrical container with a matching cap suitable for pencil leads or needles, and a stirrup-style frame with a brown leather inset. A ceramic toast rack marked for Lurpak featuring the Douglas character is also present. Metalware includes a large rectangular tin with an embossed tavern scene to the lid and sides, a circular silver-tone compact with floral scrolling, and a small brass-tone dish. The horological items comprise two open-face pocket compasses, a pocket watch, two miniature desk clocks, and two cork bottle stoppers with inset compasses. Jewellery and objects of vertu include a pair of crown-shaped brooches with purple velvet centres in a presentation box, a gilt Elizabeth Tower souvenir charm, and a small glass scent bottle with a silver-coloured screw cap. Decorative pieces include a cast metal Egyptian Bastet cat figurine, a purple glass bud vase, a framed miniature print of a garden scene, and a painted Noddy figure. Ruler length: 36 inches.