Happy July 4!
For my friends in the US, here’s is a cute 10K, early 20th century lapel pin I got in an eBay lot a long time ago. Have a happy holiday!
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Vintage Dragon’s Breath Bracelet
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Sites We Like: Canadian Design Resource
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Egyptian Revival Art Deco Hair Brush
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Mystery Jewel: Vintage Blue Glass Cross Pendant
I found this pendant at the Value Village on Friday. It was so bright and shiny that I picked it up immediately. Then I spent a lot of time hemming and hawing about… Continue reading