Description: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE RARE ANTIQUE 1920’s U. S. GLASS FLORAL INTAGLIO WATERLILY CLEAR TOOTHPICK HOLDERA beautiful and heavy piece of American made art glass in the form of a lovely little round, barrel shaped toothpick holder. This piece was made by U. S. Glass and is a very neat piece. First, it was made as a piece of pressed glass with a floral pattern in relief molded into the piece, then a skilled craftsperson made abrasive wheel cuts on two sides to create the two waterlily blossoms. The abrasive wheels give the waterlily blossoms a very neat frosted appearance. A true piece of art glass and it is amazing to me how much labor was put into such a small piece. It is a very high-quality piece of hand-made and cut pressed crystal or clear colored glass; this is further evidenced by the factory grinding and polishing to the underside of the foot so the piece would sit level. This piece has been part of my personal toothpick holder collection since 2017. Please be sure to read the “Age and Condition” & “Approximate Dimensions” paragraphs below. Also, please read about our multiple purchase discount under the “PAYMENT, SHIPPING, Insurance & PACKAGING” paragraph below.This toothpick pattern is pictured and described in the 1984 book: Rare & Unlisted Toothpick Holders by William Heacock on page 47 as Photo # 1244.If you are not familiar with the NTHCS (National Toothpick Holder Collectors’ Society) it is a great organization and you can learn more about toothpick holders and collecting them at their website.I do my best to describe all items as accurately as possible and to the best of my ability. Some of my photos may be somewhat lighter or darker than actual to better show detail or color. However, do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or with requests for additional pictures. I will get back to you as soon as I am able. I want your transaction with me to be exactly the way I want mine to be when I am the buyer.Please take a moment and visit our eBay store “TNK Antiques.” You can access our store through a link in any of our eBay listings. Our store has many unique and interesting items in several different categories from 35 years of our dealing and collecting antiques and collectables.Age and ConditionThis piece probably dates to circa 1920. It is in excellent to near mint condition. Please look closely at the photos as they are an important part of my description of this item. Other than some roughness (tiny flea bites) to the outer edge of the base, where the piece sits, there are no chips, no other flea bites, cracks, hairlines or repairs. Some of the mentioned roughness may be from the factory grinding and polishing process done to the underside so the piece sits level. Please keep in mind these photos may be blown up at least 8-10 times normal, so anything you see will look 8-10 times larger in the photos than it really is. Please note: if you see a dark spot in the photos, it is from my camera and is not a mark on the piece. It will be either just to the right of center towards the bottom or slightly above center on the right side of the photo.Approximate DimensionsAbout 2” (5.1 cm) across at the widest point of the body and sits about 2.25” (5.7 cm) off the table. Approximate WeightAbout 4.625 ounces (129 grams). SALES TAXDepending on which state you live in eBay may add State Sales Tax on your purchase.PAYMENT, SHIPPING, Insurance & PACKAGINGFor auctions, if you do not send an instant payment through PayPal, we will send you an invoice within 24 hours of the end of the auction.PayPal is our preferred method for receiving funds and payment is expected within 3 days of the completion of any auction. We will normally ship within 1-2 business days of receiving payment in our PayPal account. Shipment will be via USPS Ground Advantage mail at no additional shipping cost to buyers in the USA. A delivery confirmation (provides electronic tracking of the shipment) is included with all domestic shipments paid for through PayPal. We always do our best to combine shipping costs to save you as much as possible on shipping. If you want your package insured, you must let us know in advance of payment. Please take the shipping costs into account when bidding. If you purchase more than one of our open salt cellars, individual nut dishes or toothpick holders, at the same time, we will refund all but one of the shipping charges that eBay charges you. If the items are set up as “Free Shipping” and you buy more than one of our open salt cellars, individual nut dishes or toothpick holders at the same time we will refund you $ 4.00 for each piece you buy, after the first one. Please note: this does not include salt cellars, individual nut dishes or toothpick holders sold in groups; only one (1) $ 4.00 refund in this manner will be issued per each group or lot of pieces sold as a group or lot. All items will be professionally packaged for maximum protection in shipping.INTERNATIONAL BUYERSThe only form of payment I accept from international buyers is Pay Pal. No exceptions! International shipments will encounter longer shipping times due to distance and Customs requirements. The USPS says 6-10 business days, but it can take longer. International buyers are responsible for all customs fees, duties, import taxes or other related customs or import charges and all our out-of-pocket costs incurred in the shipment of packages internationally.International shipment options will be via USPS First Class Mail (when the item being shipped meets the requirements of that service) or Priority Mail when it does not.DO NOT ask us to show a lesser value on the Customs Forms than the item sold for, or to ship the item purchased item as a gift. Ebay requires us to report any buyer to them who requests this.RETURN POLICY If for some reason you are unhappy with the item you purchased and would like to return it, please contact me within 14 days to discuss the details. Refunds will be based on the original selling price of the item only and less any fees charged by eBay. Buyers to pay all shipping costs both ways unless I substantially misrepresented the item or its condition. Items must be returned within 30 days of you receiving it and in the same condition as originally shipped.
Price: 24.99 USD
Location: Middletown, Ohio
End Time: 2024-09-30T15:54:05.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Antique: Yes
Pattern: Floral
Color: Clear
Material: Glass
Year Manufactured: 1920
Vintage: Yes
Brand: U. S. Glass Company
Type: Toothpick Holder
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Features: Decorative
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Production Technique: Pressed & Cut Glass
Handmade: Yes