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Vintage Early American Fire Engines Matches
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Firematic collectibles are quite the rage and these are no exception. Our vintage matchbooks hail from the 1970s and feature a vintage fire engine on the front. These are marked
CLOSE COVER * STRIKE MATCH ON BACK
The engine on the front may differ from the one pictured, please let us choose a pack for you for you.
Not for children.
Made in USA
19October2011
Price: $1.45 each
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History of the American Steam Fire-Engine
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The steam-powered pumps first brought into use on fire engines in the early 19th century seemed like miracles of modern technology. Before that, the pumps had been operated by hand - yielding such weak streams of water that sometimes the engines were destroyed by fire because their short range made it necessary to move them close t the flames. No wonder that steam fire engines - when they began to be supplanted by newer technology at the century's end - were referred to by firefighters as "good and faithful servants."
This volume, first published over a century ago, includes more than 100 rare illustrations of 70 of these antique fire fighting vehicles - beginning with the very first steam fire engine, the "Novelty," built by George Braithwaite in London in 1829. Other intriguing, picturesque machines include Braithwaite's "Comet," built for the King of Prussia in 1832; the Manhattan No. 8 of New York City, built by Lee & Larned; the Hurricane No. 13 of Philadelphia, by Chapman; the Northern Liberty No. 8 of Boston, by Jucket & Freeman; and many more.
Detailed descriptions include information on const, construction, water capacity, and other data for each engine. The result is a fascinating chronicle that will delight transportation and fire fighting buffs and will be invaluable to artists and craftspeople in need of authentic, copyright-free period illustrations.
This is an unabridged republication of the edition published by the author in 1896. Over 100 black-and-white illustrations.
Printed in USA
10May2011
Price: $14.95 Each
Fire Engine Red Duct Tape Wallet with 4 Pockets & Currency Sleeve
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Ever so cool - and gender neutral - everyone LOVES duct tape! SilverCrow's mini-wallets are very compact - about 3 inches by 4 inches folded, with four pockets for your credit cards, pictures. And, of course, another long pocket for all of your precious paper currency, traveler's checks, etc.!
For those of you who carry your wallet in a back pocket, you'll love the low profile of one of America's strange fashion statements!
You'll find your new wallet not only trendy, but comfortable and durable! These also make a great first wallet for an artistic child!
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 21September2011
Price: $8.75 Each
Antiqued Silver Fire Hydrant Charm (or End Cap)
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We're big fans of fire fighting gear and accoutrements. So we were delighted to have found this little charm. Of course, it's great for a dog-inspired project, too!
Including the hanging loop, the charm measures 3/4 inch and 1/4 inch in diameter (at the bottom)
The hydrant itself is quite sturdy - even though the center is hollow, allowing it to double as an end cap if you wish. This additionally allows the charm to sit on a flat surface nicely for use in a memory box or ofrenda as well.
Made in China
1May2011
Price: 45¢ each
Vintage Fruit Shake Bottle - 100% of the Profit Benefits the Donora Volunteer Fire Company!
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Laundry Sprinkler
Each great vintage glass bottle has been silk screened:
Fruit Shake
in all its finery. These were made by the Stetz Bottling Works from Charleroi, Pennsylvania - lots of years ago. Each Bottle features pictures of happy fruits - lemons (or limes), oranges, grapes, cherries, pineapples and strawberries, and reads:
SELECT YOUR FAVORITE FRUIT DRINK Fruit Shake BEVERAGES Made with REAL FRUIT JUICES
LICENSED BY FRUIT SHAKE CO., CINCINNATI, O. BOTTLED BY STETZ BOTTLING WORKS CHARLEROI, PA.
CONTENTS 10 FLUID OZ CONTAINS CARBONATED WATER, SUGAR SYRUP, FRUIT JUICE, FLAVORS ARTIFICIAL COLOR AND LESS THAN 1/10 OF 1% BENZOATE OF SODA
These bottles are definitely old-style with extra design features and show some wear and tear as they were returnable bottles. We've not completely cleaned them as we don't like to harm the value. They have been dusted off, but you might decide to clean them further.
The bottom of the bottle has been impressed with serial numbers and other information.
These were found in the Old Mission Bottling Company in Donora, PA (once an ice house). Donora is the home of SilverCrow Creations. The Donora Volunteers bought the building for storage. We thought this a great way to support the DVFC and their valiant efforts.
Annie's Dad was a firefighter for over 60 years here in Donora - and he never wanted to throw anything away. We thought this a great way to remember him and honor our local heroes.
Each bottle measures 9-1/2 inches high by 2-1/4 inches (the bottom diameter).
We will donate the entire profit from every purchase to the Donora Volunteer Fire Company. Only the difference in shipping it will be deducted from the price!
What a great vase for just a few wild flowers, or a nice display bottle. Or, buy one of our old-fashioned laundry sprinklers and use this bottle when you're ironing.
19March2011
Price: $10.00 Each
Create Your Own Fire Truck Sticker Activity Book
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Save the day with your very own fire truck!
When both us us were little, we wanted to be firemen. Of course, girls couldn't be firemen back then. But, now, anyone with the dream and the skills - male or female - can be a firefighter.
Now you can pretend and play with your own fire truck! Kids who are thrilled by the sights and sounds of fire trucks roaring to the rescue can outfit a truck of their very own. This shiny vehicle comes with 35 reusable stickers that provide hours of amusement. They include pump hoses, ladders, lights and all kinds of other equipment.
There are 21 full-color stickers on 4 pages in this 4-1/16 by 5-3/4 paperbound booklet.
29July2010, Updated 31May2011
Price: $1.50 Each
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Small Fire Engine Charm
If you have a firefighter in your life, or, if you want to pay tribute to one, here is just the embellishment you need to finish your project.
The detail is extraordinary and includes ladders, hose and even the valves!
Price: $1.90 each
Silvery Golden
Tiny Vintage Transparency Overlay
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Transparencies like these little ones were all hand colored or colored clear plastic was glued in place atop a full-sized slide.
Most of these have been hand colored or painted. Each one of these little pieces is different and they measure somewhere between 1-1/4 inch square to 2 by 2-3/4 inches to 1-1/4 inch by 4-1/4 inches. They are quite thick by today's standards for transparencies. It is probably made from Bakelite or Catalin, vintage plastic that smells slightly of phenol.
These have been aired out since we first discovered them sealed tightly in a presentation case. These hail from around 1957 and were part of a presentation of Fire Safety offered by the United States Air Force.
No two of these little pieces are alike. They are overlays, so some are flames, others are electrical drawings and still others are arrows and engineering-like pieces. We will randomly select one from the group for you.
Imported
12June2010, Updated 10October2010
Vintage Item - Limited Availability
Price: 89¢ each
Firefighter Stretch Bracelet
This sweet silvertone bracelet honors firefighters and friends. Featuring a truck, Dalmatians, fire helmets and more, we sure this fun little bracelet will bring a smile to any firefighter or relative!
29April2007
Price: $8.50 each
Fire ENGINE Ornament Tags - Set of 6
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These old-timey ornaments are made of hard pressed cardboard and are vibrantly printed - and then over-stamped with metallic golden ink. There are 6 different designs all representing fire engines found in America in the 19th century. The average size is about 3-1/2 inches for each engine. These make perfect old-time ornaments, but they'd look great on any firematic collector's present as well.
23September2009
Price: $4.50 per package
Really Neat Vintage-Style Tin Fire Truck Ornament
So, you ask what's the difference between a Fire Engine and a Fire Truck. Well, some people use the terms interchangeably, but they shouldn't. Generally speaking, a Fire Engine is a Pumper, that can move water from the source through the hose to the fire. The source might be the Fire Engine's own tank, a fire hydrant, a tanker truck, or even a swimming pool or river. The Fire Engine might also carry portable ladders, axes, nozzles and will definitely carry hose. Today's modern Fire Engines are multi-purpose vehicles that sometimes have a permanent ladder as well.
Fire Trucks, on the other hand, are transporters of fixed, permanent ladders, often called Aerials. They might also carry a telescoping platform. Sometimes these Fire Trucks carry limited hose and some of the older ones might even pump, but today's apparatus is much more specialized.
So, this is definitely a Fire Truck ornament. It's permanent ladder tells us the full story. We love this older-style ornament made of tin lithographed with colorful yellow, grey and black accents on a mostly red truck. The model for this ornament isn't so old as you can see by the hood. But it's definitely styled after old-fashioned tin litho ornaments from so long ago.
27August2009
Price: $11.00 each
Fantastic Fire Fighter Frame
From Dolce Mia Designs, we offer you this wonderful frame - perfect for a little boy or girl who wants to be a firefighter when s/he grows up. The Firefighter picture frame features Dalmatians, old-fashioned fire helmets and even a hook-and-ladder engine! The fire truck red background stands out in any room.
The Giclée printing process used in the Firefighter Picture Frame yields unparalleled color vibrancy and detail. It is then lacquered fro a bright and shiny finish. Printed with an artist's quality process, directly onto the frame.
The frame holds a 4 by 6 inch photo or picture. Picture is not included.
29November2008
Price: $26.95 Each
Vintage American Fire Engines as Stickers
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For all those little (and big) boys and girls who can't wait to grow up to become firefighters, here are 8 wonderful stickers representing fire engines that were drawn by horses or pulled by men in the gallant age of firefighters. Heroes then as they are today, American firefighters not only battled the flames, but sometimes pulled the equipment, too.
These embossed and die-cut American 19th Century Fire Engine stickers feature eight different engines. The pressure sensitive stickers are self-adhesive and the entire sheet measures 8 by 6 inches.
11January2009
Package of 8 Stickers
Price: $2.50 Per Package
Mini Day of the Dead Figure - Firefighter
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Protecting us alive or as a Muerto, our Day of the Dead Firefighter holds a piece of firefighting equipment, usually a hose, perhaps to quell the fires of purgatory or worse?
Just like the rest of our Day of the Dead Figurines, each of these Muertos is hand sculpted and painted by traditional artisans in Mexico. He measures between 2-1/2 and 3 inches high.
Uniform and helmet colors vary.
Hecho a Mano en Mexico
SilverCrow Classic
Price: $16.75 each
Old-Time Firefighters Stickers
Twenty-two antique illustrations from rare sources depict men at a fire station preparing to go fight a fire, horse-drawn wagons with hose and ladders; firemen at the site of a blazing building, carrying a child to safety; and other related scenes. These stickers are great collectibles for firefighting enthusiasts and lovers of old-fashioned memorabili8a.
This little booklet measures 4-1/16 by 5-3/4 inches and holds 22 stickers.
Printed in the USA
Price: $1.50 each
Leather Smokey Bear Keychain
Only you can prevent forest fires! The perfect gift for a smoker - our leather keychain will be the perfect reminder to extinguish cigars and cigarettes appropriately! It's about 3 inches by two inches and has a charmingly old-fashioned look and feel. Wouldn't this just be great as a first keychain for a child taking on new responsibilities?
Smokey's History
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Made in Canada
Price: $5.95 each
St Florian Medal - Patron of Firefighters
Saint Florian is the protector or patron saint of Firefighters, the Fire Service, and Chimney Sweeps, - and any others who protect or save us from fire.
This makes a very special good luck medal (of oxidized modern pewter) for a firefighter or someone who loves a firefighter - helping to remember those who risk their lives to the protection of others from fire. It would also be appropriate for anyone who is afraid of fire or for those suffering from bad burns.
Made in Italy
Was: $1.75 Now: $1.50 each
St Florian Token - Patron of Firefighters
Saint Florian is the protector or patron saint of Firefighters, the Fire Service, and Chimney Sweeps, - and any others who protect us from fire.
This makes a very special good luck charm or pocket token for those devoting their lives to the protection of others from fire. It would also be appropriate for anyone who is afraid of fire or for those suffering from bad burns.
Price: $2.25
Sterling silver & Wood Icon of Michael the Archangel
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This gorgeous icon features a vivid and elegant image of Saint Michael the Archangel encased in sterling silver repoussée. The background is wood with a decorative metal hook for hanging.
According to tradition, Saint Michael the Archangel was the leader of God's Army against Lucifer's uprising. Saint Michael celebrates devotion among Muslims, Christians and Jews with writings about him in all three cultures.
Michael is known of the patron of the military, firefighters and police. This is perhaps due to his role as protector and defender. He is so beloved, that many towns throughout the world have been named especially for him.
17March2008
Price: $32.50 Each
Red Plastic Fire Helmet Charms
Start your own project to honor the firefighters in your home town - or make a special card for the child who wants to become a part of community service. We love these little charms as we have tons of volunteer firefighters as our family and friends!
Package of 5
Price: $1.25
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