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18lb. Universal Sad Iron Co. Charcoal Tailor's Iron   Some forms of tailor's irons are pretty hard to find.  American charcoal heated versions are virtually unheard of, seldom seen, and are generally considered very rare.  This unusual iron is a great looking piece of cast iron.  It's18 lbs. in weight and about a foot in length and cast into the top under the handle is a bold rendition of the Earth cast in high relief.  According to the info on the top, the Universal Sad Iron Co. hailed from Milwaukee.  If you look at this iron you may see something of a resemblance to another great tailor's iron, the Waterman patent "Thermometer" Charcoal Tailor's Iron, whose maker also listed their location as Milwaukee.  Is there a connection?  I'm curious.  This iron was a Northern California find, a rare occurrence these days as the supply of different irons available has certainly changed over the last few years!

Very Good..........$125.00      SOLD

4" Child's Charcoal Iron    Child-size charcoal heated antique irons are few and far between.  This example is exceptionally beautiful.  From the graceful form of the handle to the decorative scallops on the lower portion of the lid this iron is first-class all the way.  It has a beautiful smoothness to the surface and a mellow patina only age can impart.  This one would be top shelf in any collection.   

Excellent.................$395.00     SOLD!

The Gem Patent Thermometer Sad Iron   There were obviously very few of these irons manufactured because I can count on one hand the number of other examples I know of in collections.  This iron is marked with the patent date of July 9, 1889 and was invented by a Mrs. Sarah Waterman of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  Its most distinguishing and unique feature is that it has an actual thermometer built-in to the top that registers from 220 to 520 degrees.  One of the main problems with antique charcoal irons was in regulating the heat, and Mrs. Waterman's solution to the problem would inform the ironer when it was time to add more charcoal, or when she was about to scorch that nice delicate blouse. 

This example is in very good condition overall noting one small apology---the thermometer on this iron came loose at some point during its 100-year history, and the tip of the glass tube broke off right where it was being held to the backing plate.  This did not affect the integrity of the thermometer itself as the mercury is still contained.  I did fashion the small brass cap to protect the end and to make it so it could be held in place without further damage.  This is undoubtedly one of the rarest American patented and manufactured charcoal irons ever produced.     

Very Good..............SOLD

The Acme Carbon Iron    This charcoal heated combination flat iron and fluter is seldom found complete with both its fluting side plate and accessory rocker.  Purchased from a long-time collector, this example is just about as nice as they get!  If you have never seen one of these irons firsthand, you will be impressed with the manufacturer's workmanship and attention to detail.  The Acme name and patent date of Mar. 15, 1910 are boldly cast into the top of the iron.  The top, which releases at the back by means of a revolving latch, lifts off to reveal a  unique 2-prong hold down at the front.  The back vent on the base is a circular affair with a design that incorporates a little cup to catch any stray ashes when its in the open position.   This hard-to-find combination iron is in super nice condition!       

Excellent ..... $145.00        SOLD

Child-size Charcoal Iron Marked "Mimoso"    You don't see too many child-size charcoal irons.  This one must hail from South America as it is marked "Mimoso" and "S. Paulo" on the diminutive heat shield that would have protected the little fingers as they gripped the wooden handle.  The base of the iron measures 4" long, and the decorative motif on the chimney and on the damper door are really nice touches.  Rather than having a grate on the inside to hold the coals off the bottom of the iron,  this one has a tubular air chamber built into the bottom that connects to the damper, allowing the air to circulate and creating the draft needed to keep the fires burning.      

Very Good  .................$195.00    SOLD

2 Brass / Bronze Korean Pan Irons  These two pan irons are very large and shallow.  They both have a built in raised design on the bottom that acts like a grate.  Both have simple wooden handles.  Very bold!

 Good   ........ $50.00 each   Both SOLD!       

3 Figural Handle Bronze Pan Irons  All three of these pan irons are really neat with figural hand / fist shaped handles.  Figural handle pan irons are especially interesting and hard to come by.  The two smaller ones are marked "China".  My understanding of how things like this were marked is that this would date it post 1890.  Be sure to look at all the pictures to see the decorative casting---geometric shaped, the 8 Immortals, and flowers.  Highly recommend!

Good   ........ $150.00 each     SOLD!       

Chinese Pan Iron  This pan iron is all bronze and has a beautiful figural handle shaped like a woman's head.  Highly recommended!

Good   ........ $100.00     SOLD!

Dragon / Monster German Charcoal Iron   This is a real one.  There have been some re-pops made over the years, but they are identifiable when compared to others.  The most obvious tell of the newer ones is if the body and head condition are not similar.  It seems there is a technique of applying newer heads onto earlier bodies.  They are well done, but married up nonetheless.  Not the case with this one.  A fine example!

Good   ........ $395.00     SOLD!