Sale Price $12.91 As a sewing person I have always believed good scissors were necessary to the craft, but I now just like looking at old scissors for their beauty. (25% off), Sale Price $11.78 Above solingen, is another word or name and its mostly worn away but the fist three letters are clearly Cha and the name is longer than Solingen because they appear to be centered and the C is a bit to the left of the S in Solingen. Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. The bottom of the box is deep blue velvet, the top of the box is a silk pin cushion. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. Looks to be a wild sort of art deco design with some red and black inlays. Price. But he once said, A murder without a gleaming pair of scissors is like asparagus without hollandaise sauce.. What can you say about the Italian scissors in general? Antique dress makers scissors ornate mermaid Victorian era brass scissors with case mermaid. Scissor manufacturers, like Krusius Bros. of Solingen often used stork motifs for their embroidery scissors. Consistently earned 5-star reviews, shipped orders on time, and replied quickly to messages, Looks like you already have an account! I think your mothers scissors make the perfect start . That would be a good clue for you to move forward with. 3.23, 3.59 18.47, 20.52 FREE shipping. If you enjoyed this post,subscribe today Very interesting and informative. Heres a interesting article: https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/search/object/nmah_1061776. Youll see ad results based on factors like relevancy, and the amount sellers pay per click. Apparently the biggest issue is the size of the scissor the people think they have. I was wondering if scissors were blued like firearms. Thanks Diana- that was fun to see and learn about your scissor collection- I will have to tune into the scissors I have and ones that I might have passed bynow I will pay closer attention to their detail and history. Can you help me figure out who made them? Here you see a pair of folding scissor signed Westfield Shear Co, Germanyanother hybrid with blades from Germany and distribution by an American company. It has ornate handles and is made by Eversharp from forged steel (USA). The seller might still be able to personalize your item. Hi, very cool and informative site. Clauss Scissors, Shears, Knives & Cutters - Floral and Lawn & Garden Pre-Owned. 8 inches long. This amount includes applicable customs duties, taxes, brokerage and other fees. Im going to be talking about collecting vintage scissors: a little history, some values, and how to display them. Actually, I probably wont even have to leave my house to find them! I love how you displayed them in the frogs, too! They are still so sharp. Hi Debbie! I have an old family pair of 6 made in Germany Krusius straight narrow scissors. Making me want to collect them! 18.47, 20.52 American Scissors & Shears: An Antique & Vintage Collectors Guide, https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/search/object/nmah_1061776. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to submit the form, Vintage Scissors Collecting Guide [History & Values], The shape is certainly very interesting and the blades are held together with rivets, which usually indicates an older pair. Antique Clauss Fremont Scissors #1718 Steel Fine Grade USA Today you can easily find the brand in almost any drug store in America. *NOTE: Seth, a very helpful reader, informed me in the comments below that these are bookbinder scissors. The company began operations in 1886 and didnt close until 1983. Through the 1700s rivets connected the blades (as seen above), after that, screws. The sell on eBay these days. After this point, molded steel began to replace the more costly process of making them one pair at a time. Hi Nancy! Another pair of hybrid scissors made in Germany, distributed in the U.S. As a sewer, I share your interest in wooden spools, buttons, and scissors. They also have some Asian writing on them. Breathe easy. 4.5 out of 5 stars 162. . Original Price 85.00 There is a place for a thimble at the pointed end of the box which would protect the pointed end of the scissors inside the thimble. By the mid-1800s, over 100 cutlery manufacturers operated out of Sheffield, filling an eager market with high quality knives and scissors. Sounds like you have some interesting shears. is pretty much worn off. Wiss may be a name you recognize in scissors and shears, due in part to the fact that early in the 20th century they ranked #1 in world scissor production. i love mine, an early estate sale (1980ish) fifty cent find! Clauss Bypass Pruner (19564) and 6" Floral Cutter (19565) Set. 11.78, 14.73 I also collect button hooks and boxes, and pincushions. Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. Original Price 20.52 Im glad I could pass on some new-to-you info . La Cross, of course, is a name most of us know and love, but why is Germany engraved on the same pair? They will likely be able to help you or direct you. Vintage Clauss Buttonhole Scissors Fremont OHIO with Sew-eez button gauge. My guess is that its a model number. Cut an outer oblong of fabric (canvas), as wide as the tools are long, and a narrower one to cover the blades. Sale Price 36.80 2. (10% off), Sale Price 3.23 I too collect all those. Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. I feel like Im with my grandmother again. Attach them to a backing using a dab of hot glue and when you change your mind, the glue will be easy to peel off. Hello my name is Brandon I stumbled upon this site while trying to find the value of some ever sharp vintage scissors that I have that are engraved and have what seems to be a piece of plastic on the hinge screw that seems to also be made of brass Im going to leave my email if anyone could help me out and give me more information on these years that I have Ill send some pictures if you email me thanks for any information given appreciate it.