The name ‘Schwinn’ has been synonymous with high quality bicycles for more than a century. Schwinn Bicycle Company, established in 1895, started with two partners named Ignaz Schwinn and Adolph Arnold. However, Arnold sold his stake in the company later and it was Schwinn who made the company a market leader in the bicycle industry.
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Vintage collectible pens such as fountain pens, elaborated pens with jewel casings, cigar-shaped pens, branded pens etc. are often considered much loved items of collectible value. Collectors like vintage pens for their history and technical interest, and vintage nibs are also smoother and more responsive than the modern ones as more skilled labour went into
Jukeboxes were essential sources of entertainment in public places especially teenager hangouts in the 1950s and 1960s. These mechanical devices were colourful works of art with lots of flashy lights, chrome and glass and allowed people to view the spinning and whirring of machines as they hear their favorite music. Today, some of the classic
Vintage wash stands were the standard household furniture for homes without indoor plumbing until the 20th century, though now, there is still a lot of interest in these furniture as a unique piece of decor in modern homes. While it is important to acquire the right piece of wash stand, here are some tips from Dusty Old
Come summer and each one of us will start heading to the beach as and when possible. Swimsuits of all types for the woman will be on display and some will stand out against the other. In this context, the vintage style bathing suits let you showcase a sexy look with equal amounts of elegance
My undying love affair with antique chess sets began when my grandpa introduced me to the game as a child, all the while recounting its rich ancient history. The chess set which belonged to my grandpa passed on to me after my dad and is a testimony of several matches played as a child and
Antique curio cabinets are an artistic piece of furniture mainly handmade by skilled artisans and are designed to exhibit and enhance the look of artful collectables. They are made mainly from wood and glass. The wood is handpicked and put together using hand tools. The exquisite craftsmanship of the skilled artisans brings life to this
Antique trunks are associated with wonderful pieces of history and have traveled over centuries to still hold a place of importance among the antique enthusiasts today. Some of these on proper restoration can fetch a very high selling price. The trunks furniture was normally used for storage of clothing during travel since the last many
Antique wash stands are some of the most popular pieces of furniture that modern dwellers want to make as part of their decorations in their new house nowadays, because besides acting as a talking point during meal gatherings, they also add a mysterious charm to the entire house and can be used as other types of
Do you collect antique Hummel figurines, most simply referred to as Hummels, which are porcelain figurines based on the drawings of Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel? If you do, then read on! Usually showcasing children doing everyday activities, Hummel original figurines have a fascinating history. Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel O.S.F. (M.I. Hummel), a Bavarian girl and