VINTAGE MOSSER GLASS CRYSTAL OWL TOOTHPICK HOLDER
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:17754517 | Object Type: Toothpick Holder |
| UPC: Does not apply |
VINTAGE MOSSER GLASS CRYSTALOWL TOOTHPICK HOLDERAbeautiful piece of American made “pattern glass” in the form of a lovely littleround glass toothpick holder. This oneis made by Mosser Glass of Cambridge, Ohio, and is made in crystal or clearcolored glass. It features an owl moldedinto the glass on two opposite sides. Isee no identifying marks to the glass but it is a quality piece of pressedglass. Thistoothpick holder was part of my Mother’s toothpick hold...er collection. According to her records she bought this onein 1977 and she attributed it to MosserItis a very nice example and gorgeous as you can see from the photos! Ifyou are not familiar with the NTHCS (National Toothpick Holder Collectors’Society) it is a great organization and you can learn more about them andcollecting toothpick holders at their website.
Ido my best to describe all items as accurately as possible and to the best ofmy ability. Some of my photos may be somewhat lighter or darker than actual tobetter show detail or color. However, donot hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or with requests foradditional pictures. I will get back toyou as soon as I am able. I want yourtransaction with me to be exactly the way I want mine to be when I am thebuyer.Please take a moment and visit oureBay store “TNK Antiques”. You canaccess our store through a link in any of our eBay listings. Our store has many unique and interesting itemsin several different categories from 35 years of our dealing and collectingantiques and collectables.Age and ConditionThispiece dates to circa 1977. Itis in mint original condition. Pleaselook closely at the photos as they are an important part of my description ofthis item. There are no chips, fleabites, cracks, hairlines or repairs. Pleasekeep in mind the photos may be blown up at least 8-10 times normal, so anythingyou see will look 8-10 times larger in the photos than it really is. Pleasenote: if you see a dark spot in the photos it is from my camera and is not amark on the piece. It will be eitherjust to the right of center towards the bottom or slightly above center on theright side of the photo.Approximate DimensionsAbout1.875” (4.8 cm) in diameter and sits about 2.25” (5.7 cm) off the table. Approximate WeightAbout3.75 ounces (109 grams). SALES TAXIam required to charge 6.5% Ohio State Sales Tax on all purchases shipped to anaddress within the State of Ohio.PAYMENT, SHIPPING, Insurance & PACKAGINGFor auctions, if you do not send an instant payment throughPayPal, we will send you an invoice within 24 hours of the end of the auction.PayPal is our preferred method for receiving funds andpayment is expected within 3 days of the completion of any auction. We will normally ship within 1-2 businessdays of receiving payment in our PayPal account. Shipment will be via the USPS. We estimate shipping costs at the time oflisting and any difference between our estimated cost and actual will berefunded back to you through PayPal after the sale is completed. A delivery confirmation (provides electronictracking of the shipment) is included with all domestic shipments paid forthrough PayPal. We always do our best tocombine shipping costs to save you as much as possible on shipping. If you want your package insured, you mustlet us know in advance of payment. Please take the shipping costs intoaccount when bidding. If you purchasemore than one of our open salt cellars, individual nut dishes or toothpickholders, at the same time, we will refund all but one of the shipping chargesthat eBay charges you. If the items areset 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 saltcellars, 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 piecessold as a group or lot. Your actual shipping costs should be calculatedautomatically when you enter your zip code into eBay.All items will be professionally packaged for maximumprotection in shipping.INTERNATIONAL BUYERSThe only form of payment I acceptfrom international buyers is Pay Pal. Noexceptions! International shipments willencounter longer shipping times due to distance and Customs requirements. The USPS says 6-10 business days, but it cantake longer. International buyers areresponsible for all customs fees, duties, import taxes or other related customsor import charges and all our out of pocket costs incurred in the shipment ofpackages internationally.International shipment options willbe via USPS First Class Mail (when the item being shipped meets therequirements of that service) or Priority Mail when it does not.DO NOT ask us to show a lesser valueon the Customs Forms than the item sold for, or to ship the item purchased itemas a gift. Ebay requires us to reportany buyer to them who requests this.RETURN POLICYIf for some reasonyou are unhappy with the item you purchased and would like to return it pleasecontact me within 14 days to discuss the details. Refunds will be based on the original sellingprice of the item only and less any fees charged by eBay. Buyers to pay all shipping costs both waysunless I substantially misrepresented the item or its condition. Items must be returned within 30 days of youreceiving it and in the same condition as originally shipped.
Ido my best to describe all items as accurately as possible and to the best ofmy ability. Some of my photos may be somewhat lighter or darker than actual tobetter show detail or color. However, donot hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or with requests foradditional pictures. I will get back toyou as soon as I am able. I want yourtransaction with me to be exactly the way I want mine to be when I am thebuyer.Please take a moment and visit oureBay store “TNK Antiques”. You canaccess our store through a link in any of our eBay listings. Our store has many unique and interesting itemsin several different categories from 35 years of our dealing and collectingantiques and collectables.Age and ConditionThispiece dates to circa 1977. Itis in mint original condition. Pleaselook closely at the photos as they are an important part of my description ofthis item. There are no chips, fleabites, cracks, hairlines or repairs. Pleasekeep in mind the photos may be blown up at least 8-10 times normal, so anythingyou see will look 8-10 times larger in the photos than it really is. Pleasenote: if you see a dark spot in the photos it is from my camera and is not amark on the piece. It will be eitherjust to the right of center towards the bottom or slightly above center on theright side of the photo.Approximate DimensionsAbout1.875” (4.8 cm) in diameter and sits about 2.25” (5.7 cm) off the table. Approximate WeightAbout3.75 ounces (109 grams). SALES TAXIam required to charge 6.5% Ohio State Sales Tax on all purchases shipped to anaddress within the State of Ohio.PAYMENT, SHIPPING, Insurance & PACKAGINGFor auctions, if you do not send an instant payment throughPayPal, we will send you an invoice within 24 hours of the end of the auction.PayPal is our preferred method for receiving funds andpayment is expected within 3 days of the completion of any auction. We will normally ship within 1-2 businessdays of receiving payment in our PayPal account. Shipment will be via the USPS. We estimate shipping costs at the time oflisting and any difference between our estimated cost and actual will berefunded back to you through PayPal after the sale is completed. A delivery confirmation (provides electronictracking of the shipment) is included with all domestic shipments paid forthrough PayPal. We always do our best tocombine shipping costs to save you as much as possible on shipping. If you want your package insured, you mustlet us know in advance of payment. Please take the shipping costs intoaccount when bidding. If you purchasemore than one of our open salt cellars, individual nut dishes or toothpickholders, at the same time, we will refund all but one of the shipping chargesthat eBay charges you. If the items areset 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 saltcellars, 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 piecessold as a group or lot. Your actual shipping costs should be calculatedautomatically when you enter your zip code into eBay.All items will be professionally packaged for maximumprotection in shipping.INTERNATIONAL BUYERSThe only form of payment I acceptfrom international buyers is Pay Pal. Noexceptions! International shipments willencounter longer shipping times due to distance and Customs requirements. The USPS says 6-10 business days, but it cantake longer. International buyers areresponsible for all customs fees, duties, import taxes or other related customsor import charges and all our out of pocket costs incurred in the shipment ofpackages internationally.International shipment options willbe via USPS First Class Mail (when the item being shipped meets therequirements of that service) or Priority Mail when it does not.DO NOT ask us to show a lesser valueon the Customs Forms than the item sold for, or to ship the item purchased itemas a gift. Ebay requires us to reportany buyer to them who requests this.RETURN POLICYIf for some reasonyou are unhappy with the item you purchased and would like to return it pleasecontact me within 14 days to discuss the details. Refunds will be based on the original sellingprice of the item only and less any fees charged by eBay. Buyers to pay all shipping costs both waysunless I substantially misrepresented the item or its condition. Items must be returned within 30 days of youreceiving it and in the same condition as originally shipped.
