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                 Reenactor's

Flea

Market


 

Welcome to the Reenactor's Flea Market! Here you will find secondhand items from numerous time periods.

I will continue to add more items all the time, so keep checking back!

You will find clothing, accessories, sewing items, antiques, and other stuff of interest to the reenactor.

 

This page was updated 8-10-11

 

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Bib Front Wool Shirt

Navy blue wool shirt by River Junction Trade Co. Size XL

White piping, plastic pearlized buttons. Excellent used condition, no rips or holes. Old West.  Email any questions.

Item #FM1019  $45 + shipping

 

 

         

Victorian Satin Cape

Wow. This is what I would call "delicate but useable." It's a thin black satin with gimp and lots of fringe trim. Some worn spots, some very small holes, but you could certainly wear this cape.  Email any questions.

Item #1028  $45 + shipping

   

      

 

Brocade Fitted Jacket

Black cotton brocade fitted jacket by WAH Maker Arizona True West Outfitters. Size 16 Ladies. Lined in rayon. Faux jet buttons, pleated bustle back. Excellent used condition, only worn twice. Great for Old West or Steampunk. Email any questions.

Item #FM1017  $60 + shipping

 

 

     

Lap Desk

Beautiful old lap desk. The original writing surface has been replaced with red leather. 4 compartments at the front, one with a removable lid. Larger compartments under the writing surface. There is no catch or key, and I don't know if the lock would work with a key. Really nice condition. Old West or Steampunk.

Email any questions.

Item #FM1003  $65 + shipping

  

Birney's Zouaves Uniform

Includes the trousers, vest, and jacket. Dark navy wool with red piping. Size 48 jacket and vest, size 38 trousers. Vest back is black cotton. Made by Servant & Co, Gettysburg, to meet the specs of the unit. Brand new condition, never worn. Click thumbnail for more pics.

Email any questions.

Item #1030  $250 + shipping

SALE! $150 + shipping

 

  

Velvet Gown with Two Bodices, Headpiece!

This gown is made from old cotton drapery velvet in plum and forest green. Bodice one is 17th century, with white lace, green embossed velvet stomacher w/ faux pearl beaded appliqué, and antique silver trim. It has plastic boning and a push-up pad.

Bodice two is 16th cent, with vintage gold braid trim. No boning, you will need a foundation garment like a corset. Sleeves puffs have net for stiffening, but are unlined (I didn't have time to finish it before I wore it!)

Both bodices tie to the skirt with gold-tipped ties, and both lace up the back.

The headpiece is for 16th century, sits easily on the head, with a metallic gold bag for your hair. Click thumbnail for more pics.

Approx. size 14. Skirt is 45" long, waist 32".  Email any questions.

Item #1033  $225 + shipping

           

Reproduction Medieval Coins Set

A nifty set of repro coins from William I to Elizabeth I. One of those things you pick up at tourist sites. Shallow box with clear plastic lid.The coins do not have backs.

Email any questions.

Item #1120  $4 + shipping

 

  

Reproduction Historical Coins Set

A nifty set of repro coins from 1st cent to 18th cent. One of those things you pick up at tourist sites. Shallow box with clear plastic lid. The coins do not have backs.

Email any questions.

Item #1121  $4 + shipping

 

   

      

 

 

Simple Corset, sz 18B

From Abraham's Lady in Gettysburg. In perfect condition, worn once. Cotton canvas, lightweight steel boning. Orig. $75.

Email any questions.

Item #1052  $45 + shipping

 

 

 

WWII British Gas Mask

Original gas mask and pouch. All rubber and straps are supple, not brittle. Screw-on canister has the cardboard protector ring. Comes with a shoulder strap. Good used condition.

Item #1009  $35

           

Vintage Silver Trim

4 yards and 32 inches (176") of gorgeous vintage trim. While I'm not certain, I believe this is made with real silver, as portions of the trim show tarnish. 9/16" wide. Great stuff for that historical gown or coat.

Email any questions.

Item #FM1057  $24 + shipping

 

   

Victorian Beaded Bag

Vintage cotton sateen with black jet beadwork and a jet bead tassel. 10.5" plus the tassel. Not fragile. New drawstring. Use for Old West or Steampunk.

Email any questions.

Item #FM1005  $25 + shipping

 

     

Vintage Playing Cards

These Goodall & Sons (London) playing cards have Queen Victoria on the backs and a variety of historical monarchs on the face cards. In really nice, hardly-used condition. They come in a plastic case (not originally for them, but it keeps them nice).

Email any questions.

Item #FM1123  $15 + shipping

 

 

Vintage Beaded Hand Purse

Vintage purse with black beadwork front and back.

5 1/2" wide, 4 1/4" tall. Strap on back for hand (click thumbnail for details). Small place where a few beads are loose. Easily fixed. Not fragile. Use for  Steampunk or 20's, 30's, 40's. Email any questions.

Item #FM1122  $10 + shipping

      

Vintage Enamelware Chamber Pot

8 1/2" across, 5 tall. A few chips and a bit of rust, but still serviceable. An excellent addition to your Old West kit.

 Email any questions.

Item #FM1124  $20 + shipping

         

Vintage Walking Lantern

12"" tall, 5 across. Vintage, but maybe not antique. It's galvanized tin painted black on the outside. Clever design has a swivel door that casts the candlelight onto the ground in front of you as you walk, and does not shine into your eyes. Like a flashlight, it makes walking in the dark easier than a conventional lantern. Really. Email any questions.

Item #FM1125  $20 + shipping

         

Vintage Tin Funnel

6 1/2" across, 7 long. Nice big old funnel. A bit of rust adds to the patina of age.

 Email any questions.

Item #FM1126  $7 + shipping

       

Celtic Design Rubber Stamp Kit

The box is 6 1/2" by 5 1/2". 18 rubber stamps, booklet, and ink pad in a decorative wooden box. Hardly used.

 Email any questions.

Item #FM1129  $7 + shipping

   

   

     

 

        

Vintage Wooden Toy Soldiers

Each soldier is just over 2 1/2" tall. Click the thumbnail to see the full set. I have no idea how old these are, but they're awfully cute! Email any questions.

Item #FM1127  $5 + shipping

                  

Wooden Blocks with Classical Pieces

The round columns are 4 1/2" tall. Click the thumbnail to see the full set. Email any questions.

Item #FM1128  $5 + shipping

   

            

Vintage Jet Bead Trim

This is awesome Victorian bead trim. Only 18" of it unfortunately, and missing a few baubles, but I'm sure a creative seamstress could use this for something!

Email any questions.

Item #FM1058  $4 + shipping

 

Black Victorian-look Trim

105 inches of this fabulous fringe trim. 2" wide. Black velvet top edge, gimp, and fringe. This would be great for Old West or Steampunk.

Email any questions.

Item #1023  $10 + shipping

 

     

Sewing Kit in Basket

This cute little basket is 6" across and fits nicely into your carpetbag! Comes with everything you see (click the thumbnail pic). The little black tube is a needle case with a brass cap. Some bits are more vintage than others.

Email any questions.

Item #1024  $20 + shipping

 

 

    

19th Century Opium Bottles

A set of three great old bottles. The cork is new. No writing or markings on these. The two larger are 3 7/8" tall, the smaller one is older judging from the shape, and is 3 1/2" tall. The one on the left has a faint lavender tint to the glass. Email any questions.

Item #1025  $15 + shipping

     

          

12 Vintage Clothes Pins

This is a lot of 12 vintage clothes pins. There is a slight variety in the shapes and ages, but all have an "old" look and feel. I have a big bag, so let me know if you need more than one lot.

Email any questions.

Item #1026  $3 + shipping

 

              

Vintage Gloves

Two pair of white cotton gloves. They've been worn, and both show some dirt and spots, but I have not tried to clean them. For dainty hands. If you know you have big hands, they probably won't fit you. 13" long. No labels or sizes in them. One pair has decorative stitching.

Email any questions.

Item #1049  $5 + shipping

       

   

          

 

         

 

 

                 

 

 

 

 

             

 

         

Reproduction Roman Lamp

Terra cotta pottery, comes with a wick, can be used as a lamp. 3" across, 4" long.  Email any questions.

Item #1108  $8 + shipping

 

     

     

2nd Century Roman Bowl

I bought this bowl from an antiquities dealer in Bath, England many years ago. Perfect condition, no chips or cracks. 4" across, 3 1/2" tall. I'm including the original price tag (see pics). Email any questions.

Item #1042  $50 + shipping

                   

Reproduction Roman Vase

Can't recall where I picked this up. It's pottery, with a finish that's supposed to look like bronze patina, I think... 3" across, 3 1/2" tall. Looks cute on the shelf. Email any questions.

Item #1044  $5 + shipping

 

   

Silver Plated Repro Roman Spoons

I have 3 of these spoons from the British Museum.

The bowl of the spoon is 1 1/2" inches long and 1" wide.

The overall length is just over 4". They need periodic polishing. Sold separately.

Email any questions.

Item #1107  $6 each + shipping

       

Reproduction Roman Earrings

These are from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Originally pricey, I think they are gold plated? Comes in the Met box...

 Email any questions.

Item #1110  $10 + shipping

 

           

Silver Plated Repro Roman Spoons

I have 2 of these spoons. A good size for actually using.

The bowl of the spoon is 2" inches long and 1 1/2" wide.

The overall length is just over 6 11/2". They need periodic polishing. Sold separately.

Email any questions.

Item #1119  $8 each + shipping

        

 

 

             

 

       

 

 

 

 

           

 

 

 

 

     

Vintage Horsehair Shoe Brush

This was bought at a PX in 1952 by my Dad. Used to buff his military boots, and later his black shoes. Pure horse hair, strong and not falling out, very useable. This would make a great addition to your military personal kit. Keep those boots buffed! 6 3/4" long, 2 1/4" wide. 

Email any questions.

Item #1055  $12 + shipping

 

  

Plains Indian White Buckskin Moccasins

Soft and supple but thick and sturdy buckskin with hand beadwork. I have used cardboard inserts to make them stand up for the picture. Soles are two layers of stiffer cowhide. All hand-stitched in the turn-shoe technique. Approximate size 10 1/2  men's. Very good used condition. Reproductions. 

Email any questions.

Item #1041  $100 + shipping

        

Set of 3 Brass Wall Hooks

These are solid brass, originally sold at the Williamsburg Pottery Factory. Not shiny new, these have that vintage look. Great place to hang your coat.

Email any questions.

Item #1054  $10 + shipping

 

            

Three Old Forks

None of these are in great condition, but they'll do in a pinch. Sold as a lot.

Email any questions.

Item #1050  $5 + shipping

      

Tudor Rose Buttons

These buttons are dark brass shank,

9/16". I have two lots of 10 available.

I have one lot of 5 available.

Email any questions.

Item #1104 

10 buttons $7 includes $1 First Class s/h

 5 buttons $4 includes $1 First Class s/h

 

           

100 Shell Buttons

This is a lot of shell buttons. 3/8", natural shell, thin and fairly delicate. Lots of interesting variation. I have plenty, so let me know if you want more than one lot.

Email any questions.

Item #FM1021  $3 + shipping

       

25 Pewter-look Shank Buttons

These are 9/16" metal shank buttons with a pewter look. I have plenty, so let me know if you want more than one lot.

Email any questions.

Item #FM1059  $4 + shipping

 

        

25 Dark Brass Shank Buttons

These are 9/16" metal shank buttons in a dark brass tone. I have plenty, so let me know if you want more than one lot.

Email any questions.

Item #FM1060  $4 + shipping

 

      

12 Faux Jet Shank Buttons

These are 9/16" plastic shank buttons with a nice cut jet  look. I have more, so let me know if you want more than one lot.

Email any questions.

Item #FM1061  $3 + shipping

 

        

25 Matte Brass Shank Buttons

These are 9/16" metal shank buttons in a matte brass tone with a design of shields and swords. Great for Renaissance doublets. I have plenty, so let me know if you want more than one lot.

Email any questions.

Item #FM1062  $4 + shipping

       

BOOKS!

         

 

BOOKS!

 

      

 

BOOKS!

       

 

BOOKS!

         

      

The Medieval Archer Book

By Jim Bradbury

7.75"x10" hardback with dust jacket, nice used condition. Email any questions.

Item #1118 $10 + shipping

 

     

 

Battle of Cowpens Book

By Kenneth Roberts (First Edition)

5.75"x8.5" hardback, nice used condition.

Email any questions.

Item #1117  $10 + shipping

   Lot of Roman Books

Most of these are aimed at kids. Five informative books and one fun story.

Email any questions.

Item #1111  $12 + shipping

         Captain Kidd Book

By Robert C. Ritchie

6.25"x9.5" hardback with dust jacket, nice used condition.

Email any questions.

Item #1116  $7 + shipping

       Celtic Mysteries Book

By John Sharkey

8"x11" softback, nice used condition.

Filled with color and b/w photos.

Email any questions.

Item #1112  $5 + shipping

       Ancient Rome Book

By Luisa Franchi dell'Orto

8"x11" softback, nice used condition.

Filled with mostly color photos.

Email any questions.

Item #1113  $5 + shipping

       Vikings! Book

By Magnus Magnusson

8"x10" hardback with dust jacket, nice used condition. Email any questions.

Filled with color and b/w photos.

Item #1114  $5 + shipping

      Viking Hammer of the North Book

By Magnus Magnusson

9"x12" hardback with dust jacket, nice used condition.

Filled with color and b/w photos. Email any questions.

Item #1115  $7 + shipping

 

Hey, don't just check at the bottom of the page! New items will be added in as others are sold!

 

 

 

Check out the new novel Breakdown by Katherine Amt Hanna.

NOW AVAILABLE ON KINDLE and IN PAPERBACK!

 

Six years after a pandemic devastates the human population, and the subsequent loss of much of the world's technology, Chris Price finally makes it from New York to Britain to reunite with his brother. But unresolved grief over his dead wife and baby and the horrors he witnessed as he traveled through a changed world have damaged him. He struggles to let go of his past, accept the healing kindness of those around him, and let love back into his life.

 

 


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