{"title":"Rare Antique \u0026 Collectible Corkscrews","description":"\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* ============================================================\n     Esteemed Antiques — Master Styling (v1)\n     Source: egon-guenther-johannesburg-gallerist_shopify-html_v1.html\n     Wrappers: .ea-article (blog) | .ea-collection-intro (above-grid)\n               .ea-collection-seo (below-grid)\n     ============================================================ *\/\n\n  \/* --- Wrappers ---------------------------------------------- *\/\n  .ea-article { color: #2c2c2c; line-height: 1.75; max-width: 760px; margin: 0 auto; }\n  .ea-article p { margin: 0 0 1.1em; }\n  .ea-article a { color: #2c2c2c; text-decoration: underline; text-decoration-color: #A4B0A1; text-decoration-thickness: 1px; text-underline-offset: 3px; }\n  .ea-article a:hover { color: #A4B0A1; }\n\n  .ea-collection-intro { color: #2c2c2c; line-height: 1.75; }\n  .ea-collection-intro p { margin: 0 0 1.1em; }\n  .ea-collection-intro a { color: #2c2c2c; 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}\n    .ea-pullquote { font-size: 1.15em; padding: 1em 1.1em; }\n    .ea-table { font-size: 0.9em; }\n    .ea-table thead th,\n    .ea-table tbody td { padding: 0.6em 0.55em; }\n    .ea-cta-card { padding: 1.6em 1.1em; }\n    .ea-cta-card::before { left: 1.1em; }\n    .ea-cta-card::after { right: 1.1em; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"ea-lead\"\u003eA documented selection of antique and collectible corkscrews spanning Georgian England, 19th-century France, Continental Europe, and the mid-20th-century novelty era. The collection is built around named makers and identifiable patents — Heeley \u0026amp; Sons, Lund of London, Jacques Pérille, Willetts, Hipkins, Farrow \u0026amp; Jackson type frames, the Wier's Patent concertina and the Pérille Helice. Earliest piece c. 1735–1765; latest mid-century figural and design-patent items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is researched and described by type, mechanism, maker (where identified), marks, material and approximate period. Where attribution is uncertain, that is stated rather than overclaimed. Several pieces carry direct provenance from the Thomas Guenther Collection. For the full identification framework, see the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/antique-corkscrews-identification-makers-patents-guide\" title=\"Antique corkscrew identification: named makers, patent dates and mechanism types for collectors\"\u003eantique corkscrew identification guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShips worldwide from the Netherlands. Private viewings by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"mcbride-s-patent-corkscrew","title":"McBride’s  Patent corkscrew","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA very rare and sort after version of McBride’s  Patent corkscrew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eA less common version of McBride’s corkscrew Archimedean worm, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eMarked “Mc BRIDES PATENT” “DRY Monopol”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ePatent number - 7431 of 1888.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Steel","offer_id":52157038952789,"sku":"TG 1.39","price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/Rare-antiques-and-authentic-tribal-art-collectibles-TG1.39-Rare-McBrides-Patent-corkscrew.png?v=1768651355"},{"product_id":"tg-01-ornate-frame-satyr-corkscrew","title":"Ornate Frame Satyr - Corkscrew","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eVery Rare Ornate Frame Satyr Corkscrew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eA very Rare “Ornate Frame” Brass corkscrew in the form of a Satyr. The handle being the wings of a devil, the intricate casting displays the winged devil with pointed ears and tail, being held up by two goddesses with vines on their knees which make up the frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52162428043605,"sku":"TG 01","price":550.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/victorian-gothic-bat-figural-corkscrew-silverplate.jpg?v=1778751558"},{"product_id":"thomason-patent-corkscrew-c-1860-1880","title":"Thomason Patent Corkscrew - c 1860 -1880","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThomason Patent Corkscrew (Model III Variant)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eMaker: Edward Thomason \u0026amp; Sons, Birmingham, England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ePatent Date: 1802 (British Patent No. 2437)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52172604277077,"sku":"TG 07","price":320.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG07.ThomasonPatentCorkscrew-c1860-1880_457368c4-0d1d-4546-bfb8-9f01bd4dd54c.png?v=1767083177"},{"product_id":"raree-rnst-lessers-folding-shoes-corkscrew","title":"Rare Ernst Lesser's Folding Shoes Corkscrew","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesser’s Folding shoes corkscrew “REGISTERED \/ GERMANY\u003c\/strong\u003e” engraving shows this corkscrew was made for export and that its design was legally registered or patented, wording typical of late-19th-century German manufacture before DRGM markings became standard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe presence of original nickel plating with natural wear further supports a circa 1895–1900 date, as nickel plating was commonly used on better-quality German tools of that period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52172902498645,"sku":"TG 05","price":550.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG05RareErnstLesser_sFoldingShoesCorkscrew.jpg?v=1778346037"},{"product_id":"rare-james-heeley-sons-a1-corkscrew-patent-by-burton-baker-british-patentno-2-950-july-17-1880","title":"Rare James Heeley \u0026 Sons A1  Corkscrew  Patent by Burton Baker British PatentNo. 2,950 July 17, 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRare James Heeley \u0026amp; 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font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: +mn-ea; mso-bidi-font-family: +mn-cs; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; color: black; mso-color-index: 0; mso-font-kerning: 12.0pt; language: en-US; mso-style-textfill-type: solid; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background1; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: black; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003eRare \u003c\/span\u003eGerman Ladies Legs Corkscrew\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehalf stockings \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"language: en-ZA; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0in; text-align: left; direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; mso-line-break-override: none; word-break: normal; punctuation-wrap: hanging;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; 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font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: +mn-ea; mso-bidi-font-family: +mn-cs; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; color: black; mso-color-index: 0; mso-font-kerning: 12.0pt; language: en-US; mso-style-textfill-type: solid; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: background1; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: black; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%;\"\u003e thighs, dark blue and white striped half stockings with nickel boots and high tops.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe gay nineties are German patent 21718 issued to Steinfeld \u0026amp; Reimer January, 1894\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52174146142549,"sku":"TG 03","price":325.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG03FrontviewGermanCelluloidLadiesLegsCorkscrew.jpg?v=1778343810"},{"product_id":"mid-19th-century-bone-handled-corkscrew-with-original-brush-nbsp-england-circa-1840-to-1870","title":"Mid 19th Century bone handled Corkscrew with original brush.England, circa 1840 to 1870","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eMid 19th Century bone handled Corkscrew with original brush.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eEngland, circa 1840 to 1870\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTurned bone handle with natural aged patina. Hand forged steel worm with serrated lower section and fixed stem disc. Retains its original side mounted natural bristle brush.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eA complete and well preserved Victorian English corkscrew.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDimensions: \u003cbr\u003eLength 180 mm\u003cbr\u003eLength of handle with brush 90 mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight 109 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52176771875157,"sku":"TG 1.14","price":310.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG3.154ThreeearlyEnglishCorkscrews_Circa.1790to1830_dde1e9a9-ce76-4304-a6aa-70ed3eeaa6d3.png?v=1767171231"},{"product_id":"english-georgian-t-handle-corkscrew-with-cork-gripper-and-brush-england-circa-1790-to-1820","title":"English Georgian T-Handle Corkscrew with cork gripper and brush. England, Circa 1790 to 1820","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eEnglish Georgian T-Handle Corkscrew \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ewith cork gripper and brush \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eEngland, Circa 1790 to 1820\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTurned fruitwood T-handle with integral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eside brush and original patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHand forged steel shank with early pointed worm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCondition is very good; light age wear with original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ebrush intact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDimensions: length: 13.4 cm handle incl. brush: 12.9 cm Weight 97 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52176826073429,"sku":"TG 1.23","price":260.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG3.154ThreeearlyEnglishCorkscrews_Circa.1790to1830_6c199c8a-40dd-49f4-9f50-9bb407d2c986.png?v=1767172007"},{"product_id":"english-georgian-corkscrew-with-early-cork-gripper-and-side-brush-circa-1800-to-1830","title":"English Georgian Corkscrew with early cork gripper and side brush. Circa 1800 to 1830","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThis English Georgian Corkscrew has a T-handle fitted with a hanging ring, side brush and an early steel cork gripper above the worm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe hand forged shank and pointed spiral reflect practical English design of the early 19th century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDimensions length: 13.9 cm handle incl. brush: 12.7 cm Weight 92 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52176853533013,"sku":"TG 1.24","price":160.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG3.154ThreeearlyEnglishCorkscrews_Circa.1790to1830_df57d975-7797-43e1-b0ba-646049379ea3.png?v=1767173519"},{"product_id":"english-horn-handled-corkscrew-by-firth-circa-1915-to-1935","title":"English Horn Handled Corkscrew by Firth  Circa 1915 to 1935","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eA refined early stainless steel corkscrew by Firth of Sheffield, featuring a curved horn T-handle and steel shank stamped “Firth Stainless.” This well balanced example reflects the transition from Victorian craftsmanship to modern materials in early 20th century England.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eOverall length 136 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHandle length 97 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWeight 47 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52180078625109,"sku":"TG 2.9","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG3.153-5StraightpullCorkscrews.png?v=1767269114"},{"product_id":"english-t-handle-corkscrew-circa-1920-to-1940","title":"English T-Handle Corkscrew Circa 1920 to 1940","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAn English corkscrew with an off centre worm for leverage. Featuring a horn T-handle with gold plated aluminium end caps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ewith an unmarked steel shank .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eOverall length 106 mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle length 54 mm \u003cbr\u003eweighing 79 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52180170965333,"sku":"TG2.86","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG3.153-5StraightpullCorkscrews_6ec58afa-3c3f-46de-b6d7-41eec50e2c29.png?v=1767271537"},{"product_id":"european-t-handel-corkscrew-possibly-french-circa-1800-to-1830","title":"European T-Handel Corkscrew ... Possibly French, Circa 1800 to 1830","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe off center worm was hand wrapped before precision tools existed. Its lightweight iron shaft shows subtle forging irregularities, not machine symmetry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe curved wooden handle is purely functional,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eworn smooth through long use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eFree of maker’s marks and decoration century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eOverall length: 128 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHandle length: 86 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWeight: 30 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52180195311957,"sku":"TG 2.87","price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG3.153-5StraightpullCorkscrews_4ce5cb86-d422-4435-816a-765ccdbbe6b4.png?v=1767272674"},{"product_id":"continental-european-direct-pull-corkscrew-likely-french-circa-1790-to-1830","title":"Continental European Direct Pull Corkscrew, likely French,  Circa 1790 to 1830","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHand forged with a slender iron shaft and an\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eoff centre hand wrapped worm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe curved handle is made from dark horn, finished with pale bone end caps. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eLightweight, unmarked, and shaped purely for function rather than display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eOverall length: 114 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHandle length: 82 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWeight: 31 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52180226474325,"sku":"TG 2.88","price":130.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG3.153-5StraightpullCorkscrews_c59c601b-54e8-4e07-aa7f-412396c9a40c.png?v=1767273811"},{"product_id":"nickel-plated-straight-pull-corkscrew-perhaps-french-circa-1870-to-1900","title":"Nickel plated straight pull Corkscrew, perhaps French, Circa 1870 to 1900","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eA decoratively turned, nickel plated shaft showing natural wear from age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe straight pull form with an off centre worm reflects early industrial manufacture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eFinished with a smooth bone handle, refined yet utilitarian in character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eOverall length: 133 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHandle length: 74 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWeight: 41 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52180241940821,"sku":"TG 2.89","price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG3.153-5StraightpullCorkscrews_d7937c49-6ca6-4605-b170-550897008c63.png?v=1767274782"},{"product_id":"double-lever-corkscrew","title":"Aluminum Italian double lever Clown corkscrew Gemelli’s Design Patent","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAluminium Italian double lever Clown, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ecast aluminium construction \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003edesigned for ease of use and visual impact\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCreated by \u003cb\u003eGemelli\u003c\/b\u003e, these aluminium double-lever corkscrews, \u003cb\u003ecirca 1950s to 1960s\u003c\/b\u003e, embody mid-century Italian whimsy. 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Equal parts tool and sculpture, they capture an era when design was joyful, expressive, and unapologetically human.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e262 mm high\u003cbr\u003e88mm wide\u003cbr\u003eWeight 285 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Aluminum","offer_id":52188484010325,"sku":"TG 1.19","price":390.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG1.120AluminiumItaliandoubleleverBarmaid_corkscrew.jpg?v=1778338778"},{"product_id":"tg-1-207-18th-century-double-folder-traveling-corkscrew","title":"TG 1.207 18th century double folder traveling corkscrew","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA rare and ingenious example of early mechanical design, this \u003cb\u003eantique double folding pocket corkscrew\u003c\/b\u003e dates to \u003cb\u003ecirca late 18th century\u003c\/b\u003e and reflects the practical ingenuity of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBeyond its primary function as a corkscrew, it also served \u003cb\u003eas a pipe tamper\u003c\/b\u003e, used historically to compress tobacco in a smoking pipe a testament to its dual utility and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCarefully engineered to fold down into a compact form, it was originally carried as a travelling tool and is notable for its \u003cb\u003edouble hinged mechanism\u003c\/b\u003e that allows both the handle and worm to collapse neatly into a slender, pocket-friendly stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUnmarked yet structurally sound, this example belongs to a \u003cb\u003ehighly collectible class of early folding corkscrews\u003c\/b\u003e sought after by specialist collectors and museums. 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Sons, Sheffield.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHeavy brass barrel with Royal Arms, fitted with a removable bone T-handle and steel worm. Originally supplied with an internal cleaning brush (now missing)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eOverall length \u003cb\u003e182 mm\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cbr\u003eHandle length \u003cb\u003e80 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWeight \u003cb\u003e265 g\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition \u003cb\u003egood\u003c\/b\u003e, with honest age wear, Brush missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA classic patented Victorian bar corkscrew of strong collector interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52234636296533,"sku":"TG 006","price":380.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_27df2908-d759-4c1d-999f-e4b94cf39c3b.png?v=1768127413"},{"product_id":"tg-1-87-heeley-lazy-tongs-concertina-corkscrew-marked-patent-weirs-patent-12804-25-septe-1884-heeleys-s0n-makers","title":"Victorian Weir’s Patent concertina corkscrew, manufactured by Heeley \u0026 Son, Circa 1884–1895.","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLate Victorian English accordion (concertina) corkscrew manufactured by \u003ca href=\"chatgpt:\/\/generic-entity?number=0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeeley \u0026amp; Son\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e under \u003cb\u003eWeir’s Patent No. 12,804\u003c\/b\u003e, dated \u003cb\u003e25 September 1884\u003c\/b\u003e. Of robust riveted steel construction, originally nickel plated, with a fully articulated scissor-frame mechanism allowing smooth vertical cork extraction. The corkscrew features a circular suspension ring, fixed bottle collar, and two folding side blades. Notably, \u003cb\u003eboth sides are identically stamped\u003c\/b\u003e “Heeley \u0026amp; Sons Makers, Weir’s Patent 12804, Patent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e25 September 1884,” confirming originality and licensed manufacture. Plating is worn, consistent with age, otherwise complete and mechanically sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFolded length: \u003cb\u003e136 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eExtended length: \u003cb\u003e340 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWidth: \u003cb\u003e99.51 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWeight: \u003cb\u003e285 g\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52248895226197,"sku":"TG 1.87","price":420.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/2_90206d5b-a455-415d-9016-32890992c3b0.png?v=1768327005"},{"product_id":"googly-eyed-characters-corkscrew-and-beer-cap-opener-set","title":"Novelty corkscrew and bottle opener set, R.M.M.V. 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Cape Town Castle” confirms production for the Royal Mail Motor Vessel operating on the Southampton–South Africa route, including wartime service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA rare surviving example of mid-20th-century shipboard novelty barware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA RARE UNION-CASTLE LINE MARITIME SOUVENIR\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis googly-eyed novelty corkscrew and beer opener set is a charming survivor of mid-20th century ocean travel, produced as a souvenir for passengers aboard \u003cb\u003eUnion-Castle Line Royal Mail Motor Vessels\u003c\/b\u003e operating between \u003cb\u003eSouthampton and Cape Town\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe set is housed in its \u003cb\u003eoriginal stitched leather pouch\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003epressed (not handwritten)\u003c\/b\u003e with \u003ci\u003eR.M.M.V. Cape Town Castle\u003c\/i\u003e, a vessel launched in \u003cb\u003e1937\u003c\/b\u003e, active throughout \u003cb\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/b\u003e, and in service until \u003cb\u003e1967\u003c\/b\u003e, carrying both civilians and troops on the vital Britain–South Africa route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlayful in design yet historically grounded, these novelty bar tools reflect the optimism, craftsmanship, and maritime culture of the late 1930s–1950s, making them highly desirable to collectors of corkscrews, ocean-liner memorabilia, and Union-Castle ephemera.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52270930886997,"sku":"TG 3.151","price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/4_81bef43b-4165-467f-8332-f8cd3eadf63a.png?v=1768591795"},{"product_id":"antique-folding-bow-corkscrew-multitool-eight-integrated-tools","title":"Antique Folding Bow Corkscrew Multitool  Eight Integrated Tools","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn antique folding bow corkscrew multitool, complete with eight integrated implements, housed within a faceted forged steel bow frame. This compact and utilitarian design reflects late 19th-century European workmanship, prioritising durability, portability, and functional efficiency over ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe forged steel bow frame folds neatly over the tool stack, protecting the implements when closed and providing a rigid grip when in use. Faceted edges and hand-shaped curves indicate traditional manufacture, while the integrated riveted construction creates a strong, self-contained unit without separate handle scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll eight tools are present and functional, including the corkscrew worm and accompanying cutting, piercing, and utility implements typically associated with traveller’s and picnic multitools of this period. The piece remains in good working order throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOriginal nickel plating is present, with wear consistent with age and use, revealing the underlying steel in high-contact areas. This honest surface wear contributes to the authenticity and character of the piece and has not been cleaned or replated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUnmarked examples of this type are commonly attributed to European manufacture, circa late 19th to early 20th century, and are increasingly scarce to find complete and in sound condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA well-preserved and highly practical example, suitable for the serious corkscrew or antique tool collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Folding bow corkscrew multitool\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eNumber of tools:\u003c\/b\u003e Eight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Forged steel bow frame with integrated tool stack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Original nickel plating with age-appropriate wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e All tools present and in good working order\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eMarks:\u003c\/b\u003e Unmarked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e European\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa late 19th–early 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Height 80.44 mm; Width 73.48 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 142 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e   •   \u003cb\u003eReference:\u003c\/b\u003e TG 1.96\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52281187074389,"sku":"TG 1.96","price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/2_59985da9-a72c-46e7-ba42-28766005d585.png?v=1768747237"},{"product_id":"tg-1276-pair-of-sandersons-vat-69-corkscrews","title":"Pair of Sanderson's Vat 69  corkscrews","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eVat \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e69\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026amp; the Corkscrew b\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eranding designed to be used\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eanderson’s Vat 69 was one of the world’s best known Scotch whiskies by the late 19th century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTo promote it, Sanderson’s commissioned practical advertising\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCorkscrews stamped with the brand and supplied to pubs and wine merchants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eMade to open bottles daily, few survived intact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePairs like this are increasingly scarce.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ePackage dimensions (Both Corkscrews)\u003cbr\u003e150mm x60mm x 40mm\u003cbr\u003eCombined weight 62 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52318094819669,"sku":"TG 1276","price":230.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/2_2cdefa07-2cb1-45b2-9277-85bb3fa5e23f.png?v=1769197678"},{"product_id":"english-wrought-iron-t-handle-corkscrew-circa-1735-to-1765","title":"English wrought Iron  T-handle Corkscrew circa 1735 to 1765","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis \u003cb\u003eEnglish wrought iron T-handle corkscrew\u003c\/b\u003e dates to the \u003cb\u003emid-18th century\u003c\/b\u003e and is a fine early example of hand-forged corkscrew manufacture. Formed from a \u003cb\u003esingle iron bar\u003c\/b\u003e, it retains a hammer-finished surface typical of Georgian blacksmith work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe corkscrew features an \u003cb\u003eearly Archimedean worm\u003c\/b\u003e with an \u003cb\u003eopen, irregular spiral\u003c\/b\u003e, derived from contemporary auger-making techniques. This form predates the use of drawn wire and machine-cut worms, placing the piece firmly in the \u003cb\u003epre-industrial period\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe one-piece construction of the handle and shank reflects individual manufacture rather than later standardised production. Early English corkscrews of this type were practical household or tavern tools and are now increasingly scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eReference:\u003c\/b\u003e TG 1.148A\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e England\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa \u003cb\u003e1735–1765\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Wrought iron\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eWorm:\u003c\/b\u003e Early Archimedean\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weigh\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 101 mm\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eHandle length:\u003c\/b\u003e 69.53 mm\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 46 g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52331709268309,"sku":"TG 1.148A","price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/3_559e453f-2522-4b68-be5b-7b0f50484697.jpg?v=1769331273"},{"product_id":"english-steel-t-handle-corkscrew-circa-1810-to-1840","title":"English Steel T-handle Corkscrew circa 1810 to 1840","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis \u003cb\u003eEnglish steel T-handle corkscrew\u003c\/b\u003e dates to the \u003cb\u003eearly 19th century\u003c\/b\u003e and reflects the transition from individually forged tools to more \u003cb\u003estandardised, early industrial manufacture\u003c\/b\u003e. Lighter in construction than earlier examples, it was designed for practical, everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe corkscrew is of \u003cb\u003etwo-piece construction\u003c\/b\u003e, with a separately formed \u003cb\u003eregular, evenly pitched worm\u003c\/b\u003e joined to the shank. This more uniform spiral was developed to engage the cork cleanly and consistently, representing improvements in steel quality and production methods during the Georgian and early Victorian period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSimple in form and effective in use, corkscrews of this type were produced in greater numbers for a wider domestic market and remain a representative example of early 19th-century English wine tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eReference:\u003c\/b\u003e TG 1.148B\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e England\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa \u003cb\u003e1810–1840\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e SteeL\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Two-piece\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eWorm:\u003c\/b\u003e Regular spiral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 81.73 mm\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eHandle length:\u003c\/b\u003e 53.13 mm\u003cbr\u003e•   \u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 17 g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52331802034517,"sku":"TG 1.148B","price":140.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG4.100CorkscrewswithAge_Beautyinsimpledesign.jpg?v=1769334691"},{"product_id":"eyebrow-corkscrew-cast-body-marked-commercial-d-f-hipkins-son-circa-1870-to-1910","title":"Eyebrow Corkscrew  Cast body marked Commercial D.F. 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Originally honest patina. \u003cb\u003eExcellent condition\u003c\/b\u003e, with no repairs and a complete, straight worm with grooved cross-section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLength 145 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle length 93.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e 79 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e England \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52374429630805,"sku":"TG 1.145","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/TG4102ThreevariationsonadeceptivelypowerfulformTwo-fingerdirect-pullcorkscrews_English_late19thtoearly20thcentury._2ebeef26-3f4c-4c0f-a8c5-0b0bd40d267f.jpg?v=1769622831"},{"product_id":"victorian-english-bone-handled-t-corkscrew-c-1880-1900","title":"Victorian English Bone-Handled T-Corkscrew, c. 1880–1900","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eVictorian English bone handled T-corkscrew, circa 1880 to 1900\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA finely made late-Victorian English T-shaped corkscrew, unmarked as typical for the period, featuring a turned bone handle with ringed decoration and a baluster-turned steel shank. The corkscrew is fitted with a hand-forged open helix round-wire worm with a sharp pointed tip, designed for clean penetration and secure extraction of natural corks. Elegant and well balanced, it represents a quality domestic table corkscrew of the period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe original side brush is \u003cb\u003emissing\u003c\/b\u003e, however the bone handle is \u003cb\u003efree from cracks\u003c\/b\u003e and the corkscrew remains in \u003cb\u003every good condition overall\u003c\/b\u003e, showing only honest wear consistent with age and use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCirca:\u003c\/b\u003e 1880–1900.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eHight \u003c\/b\u003e148.78 mm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle length \u003c\/b\u003e80.51 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 98 g.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProbable origin:\u003c\/b\u003e England \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52424531935573,"sku":"TG 1.14B","price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_42012e1e-5d1a-4712-8cb9-14b207c0ec98.jpg?v=1769876791"},{"product_id":"bone-handled-speed-worm-corkscrew-england-circa-1840-1870","title":"Bone-handled speed-worm corkscrew  England, circa 1840–1870","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTurned bone T-handle with moulded ring decoration, fitted to an iron shank and tightly wound speed worm. Plain, functional form typical of English workshop production of the period\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCondition: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eExcellent overall \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eclean bone handle with no cracks or repairs;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eIron shank and worm sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eBrush missing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCirca: 1880 to 1870.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHeight 130 mm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHandle length 81 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWeight: 63 g.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eProbable origin: England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52424687452501,"sku":"TG 1.18B","price":190.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/5_3f2778fd-cbee-4f94-af5b-76b14afb613e.jpg?v=1769879409"},{"product_id":"german-ladies-legs-dark-and-light-green-celluloid-stockings-nickel-boots-and-thigh-tops","title":"Antique German “Ladies’ Legs” Folding Corkscrew c.1900 - Belle Époque Novelty Corkscrew","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA charming and highly collectible Belle Époque novelty corkscrew, featuring the iconic crossed “Ladies’ Legs” design with buttoned boots.\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Germany, most likely in the Solingen region, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecirca 1895–1915\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, this folding pocket corkscrew reflects the playful yet refined spirit of pre-WWI design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted with a steel frame and worm and fitted with original striped celluloid handle scales, it was intended as a gentleman’s novelty and export item. Compact, well-balanced, and visually striking, it remains a timeless conversation piece for collectors of antique corkscrews and barware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Germany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade in \u003cstrong\u003eSolingen\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGermany\u003c\/strong\u003e circa. 1895 to 1915\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Hairline cracks in celluloid at the top rivets.\u003cbr\u003econdition good, in line with age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHeight 67 mm \u003cbr\u003eWidth 31 mm\u003cbr\u003eThickness 7.8 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 45 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52462834745685,"sku":"TG04","price":280.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/3_c0754e33-8870-4c89-9e17-67ff4d0e2c39.jpg?v=1770148392"},{"product_id":"vintage-walnut-novelty-corkscrews-nut-head-corkscrews-c-1930s-1950s","title":"Rare vintage walnut novelty corkscrews from the 1930s–1950s. Hand-carved figural nut-head corkscrews. Collectible European barware.","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis fine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ese\u003c\/em\u003et of three\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cb\u003evintage walnut novelty corkscrews\u003c\/b\u003e, often known to collectors as \u003cb\u003enut-head corkscrews\u003c\/b\u003e, were handmade in \u003cb\u003eCentral Europe\u003c\/b\u003e during the \u003cb\u003e1930s to 1950s\u003c\/b\u003e. Each example is carved from a \u003cb\u003ereal walnut shell\u003c\/b\u003e, giving every piece its own expression, character, and charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDesigned as \u003cb\u003efigural corkscrews\u003c\/b\u003e, they combine playful \u003cb\u003efolk art humour\u003c\/b\u003e with practical function. Details such as \u003cb\u003eglass eyes, carved noses, painted features, textile hats, and steel worms\u003c\/b\u003e reflect mid 20th century European barware traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOriginally sold as \u003cb\u003enovelty gifts and souvenirs\u003c\/b\u003e, they were never mass-produced, making surviving examples increasingly scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGrouped examples, such as this \u003cb\u003e“nut family,”\u003c\/b\u003e are especially desirable, revealing the narrative quality that defines this category of \u003cb\u003ecollectible novelty corkscrews\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eThe Scottish Walnut 109mm tall 38 grams\u003cbr\u003eThe Black Top Hat 112 mm Tall 42 grams\u003cbr\u003eThe Green Top Hat 101 mm Tall 40 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52496795763029,"sku":"TG 2.114, 2.115, 2.116","price":420.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_75d220fe-84a5-42e3-ad1d-b26a0a2c8a52.jpg?v=1770312495"},{"product_id":"tg-1-42-rare-victorian-lund-1855-patent-single-lever-corkscrew-london-england","title":"TG 1.42 Rare Victorian Lund 1855 Patent Single Lever Corkscrew, London, England","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eVictorian single lever corkscrew\u003c\/strong\u003e was patented in \u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"674\"\u003e1855\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eLund\u003c\/strong\u003e, a London-based maker and patentee operating from \u003cstrong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"780\"\u003e24 Fleet Street and 57 Cornhill, London\u003c\/strong\u003e. Manufactured in \u003cstrong data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"826\"\u003emid-19th century England\u003c\/strong\u003e, this mechanical corkscrew represents an early innovation in lever-assisted cork extraction, predating the widespread adoption of double-lever and winged corkscrews. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for the efficient removal of wine corks from glass bottles, the tool employs a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003esingle articulated lever mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e acting against the bottle lip to extract the cork smoothly once the steel worm is inserted. Constructed from cast and forged iron with riveted triangular side plates, it bears clear stamped markings including \u003cem data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e“The Patentee, 24 Fleet St \u0026amp; 57 Cornhill, London”\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e“Lund, Patentee, London”\u003c\/em\u003e, confirming its authenticity and original patent ownership. The detachable worm with stamped T-handle further supports its originality. Circa \u003cstrong data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003e1855–1865\u003c\/strong\u003e, this corkscrew is a significant example of early British patent corkscrew engineering and an important transitional form in the history of wine-related tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLength: 204 mm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 76 mm\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 38 mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 223 grams\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52511487295829,"sku":"TG 1.42","price":260.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_d4adabe8-97bd-45ad-b027-e4fd72ee5159.jpg?v=1770491820"},{"product_id":"tg-2-78early-19th-century-continental-european-t-handle-corkscrew-hand-forged-circa-1820-1850","title":"TG 2.78 Early 19th-Century Continental European T-Handle Corkscrew, Hand-Forged (Circa 1820–1850)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA finely preserved early 19th century Continental European \u003cbr\u003eT-handle corkscrew, dating to circa 1820–1850. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe corkscrew features a hand-forged iron worm with pronounced taper and pointed tip, fitted to a ribbed wooden transverse handle secured by a central metal collar. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnmarked and hand-finished throughout, it reflects small-scale, pre-industrial workshop production characteristic of the period before the widespread mechanisation of corkscrew manufacture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuch corkscrews were essential domestic and tavern tools, valued for their durability and direct functionality. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e,from the \u003cb\u003eThomas Guenther Collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFormed over decades of focused collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHeight 124 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle width 82.5 mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 45 grammes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn authentic antique corkscrew for collectors of wine history, early tools, and 19th-century European objects.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52523542872405,"sku":"TG 2.78","price":145.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_30d3f323-712c-42e8-ba04-9884d2e06173.jpg?v=1770663590"},{"product_id":"tg-0127-victorian-wooden-handle-bar-corkscrew-with-brush-continental-europe-tavern-wine-opener-circa-1880-to-1910","title":"TG 0127 Victorian Wooden Handle Bar Corkscrew with Brush   Continental Europe Tavern Wine Opener circa 1880 to 1910","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"56c08b8e-6b6f-4165-8fb0-758ac5308a34\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eThe corkscrew shows traditional late 19th century workshop construction. \u003cbr\u003eThe handle is \u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"142\"\u003elathe-turned hardwood\u003c\/strong\u003e, shaped into a comfortable service grip and fitted with a suspension ring and an integrated natural bristle cleaning brush. \u003cbr\u003eThe metal shank is \u003cstrong data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"315\"\u003ebulbous and baluster-turned\u003c\/strong\u003e, formed in rounded segments rather than plain rod stock \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eThe worm is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"508\"\u003ehand-forged tapered spiral (wire worm)\u003c\/strong\u003e with an open helix and sharpened point, designed to enter cork smoothly and reduce breakage. Overall the piece combines machine turning (wood) with hand finishing and forging (metal), characteristic of quality tavern corkscrews made before full industrial standardisation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWood handle with light age wear and patina. Metal shank and worm show typical oxidation. Brush present with no  bristle loss. 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The worm is screwed through the cork and the side valve regulates the flow through the curved spout — a serving accessory used in restaurants, cafés and private dining during the height of formal champagne service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example features a cast dragon-head spout and an integrated shut-off tap, housed in its fitted travel case. 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The serrated cracking arm is stamped \u003cstrong data-start=\"3398\" data-end=\"3410\"\u003e“CANFER”\u003c\/strong\u003e (maker mark), and the mechanism is additionally stamped \u003cstrong data-start=\"3467\" data-end=\"3492\"\u003e“Industria Argentina”\u003c\/strong\u003e, identifying \u003cstrong data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3519\"\u003eArgentina\u003c\/strong\u003e as the country of manufacture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for entertaining, it cracks walnuts and other nuts by controlled pressure and stores the corkscrew for opening wine bottles, an elegant multi-purpose solution for the home bar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCirca: mid–late 20th century (estimate).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance \u003c\/strong\u003eThomas Guenther Collection\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: 22.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 6.73 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 5.6 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 376 g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Brass","offer_id":52616115093845,"sku":"TG  4.020","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_b97dcd06-438d-40ce-8c2c-53308fdb24d2.jpg?v=1771779504"},{"product_id":"early-french-ducky-cap-lifter-by-kirkby-beard-co-paris-documented-in-the-2002-christie-s-corkscrew-sale","title":"Early French “Ducky” cap lifter by Kirkby Beard \u0026 Co, Paris, documented in the 2002 Christie’s corkscrew sale.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn early to mid-20th century French cast metal table cap lifter in the form of a duck’s head, marked “DUCKY – KIRKBY BEARD \u0026amp; Co. 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This example was offered as Lot 152 in the Christie’s South Kensington Corkscrews sale, 21 May 2002, where it carried an estimate of €140–160, confirming its established position within specialist corkscrew and barware collecting circles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCirca:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early–mid 20th century (c. 1930s–1950s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROVENANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThomas Guenther collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: 12.7 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eWidth: 5.53 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eHeight: 8.18 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eWeight: 401 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52860552118613,"sku":"TG CC 01","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_083e281b-c100-4f9d-8047-65d4fab60687.png?v=1772508485"},{"product_id":"william-arthur-willetts-registered-bell-frame-corkscrew-nickel-plated-steel-england-1922-rd-no-692453","title":"William Arthur Willetts Registered Bell-Frame Corkscrew, Nickel Plated Steel, England, 1922 (Rd No 692453)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eA British registered open-frame corkscrew designed by William Arthur Willetts and registered 26 August 1922 under Design No. 692,453. 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Fully operational.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLength: 15.5 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eHandle length: 11.4 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWeight: 120 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52862885953877,"sku":"TG 1.36","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_7a28236c-b089-44a9-80c4-fc90dcc4bb31.png?v=1772533020"},{"product_id":"mid-19th-century-folding-knife-corkscrew-forged-archimedean-worm-silver-handles-c-1840-1875","title":"Mid-19th Century Folding Knife Corkscrew, Forged Archimedean Worm, Silver Handles, c.1840–1875","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"821\" data-start=\"380\"\u003eThis is a mid-19th century folding knife incorporating a corkscrew and two additional blades, belonging to the pre-industrial personal wine tool tradition. 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Fully usable with appropriate care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca \u003c\/strong\u003e1840–1875Measurements \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvernance \u003c\/strong\u003eTom Guenther Collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLength 10.5 cm \u003cbr\u003eWidth 2.4 cm \u003cbr\u003eHeight 0.95 cm \u003cbr\u003eWeight 80 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52863838519637,"sku":"TG 3.152","price":380.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_9924d187-9624-457c-961a-c3b8c0a826f9.png?v=1772542651"},{"product_id":"sterling-silver-roundlet-pocket-corkscrew-art-nouveau-applied-decoration-united-states-c-1890-1910","title":"Sterling Silver Roundlet Pocket Corkscrew, Art Nouveau Applied Decoration, United States, c.1890–1910","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eThis example belongs to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"765\"\u003eroundlet family of pocket corkscrews\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compact travel design in which the worm is stored inside a cylindrical handle and protected by a threaded cap. The worm is removed and screwed into a central socket to form a T-handle for extraction. Such corkscrews were produced from the late 19th century as convenient travel tools and were often made in luxury materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eThis specimen is executed in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003esterling silver with applied Art Nouveau ornamentation\u003c\/strong\u003e, a decorative treatment typical of American silverwork around the turn of the century. The worm remains straight and sharply pointed, and the threaded body closes securely. Light surface wear consistent with age is present, but the mechanism remains sound and fully usable today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCirca 1890–1910\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance Thomas Guenther\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eClosed length: 7.2 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003eOpen length: approx. 9.5 cm (assembled)\u003cbr data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003eWorm length: approx. 4.5 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003eDiameter: 1.3 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003eWeight: 36 g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52871050199381,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_fa2a72f6-be66-4088-aed5-08010f38fee2.jpg?v=1772618960"},{"product_id":"sterling-silver-scent-corkscrew-by-cohen-nathan-birmingham-1912-a-compact-edwardian-vanity-tool-documented-in-world-class-corkscrews","title":"Sterling silver scent \/ perfume bottle corkscrew by Cohen \u0026 Nathan, hallmarked Birmingham 1912, an Edwardian vanity tool for opening perfume or scent bottles.","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"924\" data-start=\"547\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-end=\"584\" data-start=\"549\"\u003esterling silver scent corkscrew\u003c\/strong\u003e produced by \u003cstrong data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"597\"\u003eCohen \u0026amp; Nathan\u003c\/strong\u003e, hallmarked at the Birmingham assay office in \u003cstrong data-end=\"670\" data-start=\"662\"\u003e1912\u003c\/strong\u003e. This compact form was made for extracting the small corks used in perfume and toiletry bottles. The teardrop silver handle is mounted to a slender steel shaft with a finely formed worm, designed for delicate cork extraction rather than wine bottle use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exact form is documented in \u003cem data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"959\"\u003eWorld Class Corkscrews\u003c\/em\u003e (p.218), where an identical Cohen \u0026amp; Nathan example hallmarked \u003cstrong data-end=\"1065\" data-start=\"1046\"\u003eBirmingham 1916\u003c\/strong\u003e is illustrated. The present piece represents the same Edwardian vanity tool type, combining a sterling silver handle with a functional steel worm. The hallmarks remain clear and the worm retains good form with light age patina.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEdwardian \u003cstrong data-end=\"63\" data-start=\"10\"\u003esterling silver scent corkscrew by Cohen \u0026amp; Nathan\u003c\/strong\u003e, hallmarked \u003cstrong data-end=\"95\" data-start=\"76\"\u003eBirmingham 1912\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance \u003c\/strong\u003e- Thomas Guenther Collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2255\" data-start=\"2237\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: 11.4 cm\u003cbr\u003ebreadth 1.55 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"2286\" data-start=\"2283\"\u003e\u003cspan data-end=\"2310\" data-start=\"2299\"\u003eWidth 1.1 \u003c\/span\u003ecm\u003cbr data-end=\"2313\" data-start=\"2310\"\u003eWeight: 11 g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52872318648661,"sku":"TG 1.192","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_30052b67-c0a0-4248-8520-2e5da2fce1f3.jpg?v=1772629341"},{"product_id":"tg-1-1923-victorian-perfume-corkscrew-direct-pull-mechanism-sterling-silver-handle-chester-england-late-19th-century","title":"TG 1.1923 Victorian Perfume Corkscrew, Direct Pull Mechanism, Sterling Silver Handle, Chester, England, Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eThis example belongs to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"616\"\u003edirect pull family of corkscrews\u003c\/strong\u003e, here in the smaller format commonly referred to as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"692\"\u003eperfume corkscrew\u003c\/strong\u003e. Such corkscrews were designed for extracting the small cork stoppers used in perfume and scent bottles during the nineteenth century. The user rotates the wire worm into the stopper and withdraws it by direct vertical pull using the handle. Compact examples of this type were often included in \u003cstrong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003etravelling dressing sets or personal toilet cases\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eThe handle carries British silver hallmarks including the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003elion passant confirming sterling silver (.925)\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eChester town mark\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating assay at the Chester Assay Office. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003edate letter “W”\u003c\/strong\u003e is also present, placing the hallmark in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003elate Victorian period\u003c\/strong\u003e. The steel worm remains straight with defined point and consistent spacing. Surface wear and minor marks are consistent with age and use. Structurally sound and suitable for careful functional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eSmall perfume corkscrews of this type are illustrated and discussed in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Ultimate Corkscrew Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eWorld Class Corkscrews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, where they are described as personal tools associated with dressing cases and toiletry sets of the nineteenth century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEngland, Chester assay, late Victorian period, c.1895\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance Thomas Guenther Collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003eLength: 12.6 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003eHeight: 0.9 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003eWidth: 1.9 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWeight: 16 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":52878430732629,"sku":"TG 1.193","price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_b0b7544f-c669-4519-a500-6c2a0c00cbd8.jpg?v=1772702741"},{"product_id":"viking-ship-figural-corkscrew-cast-silver-plated-metal-ostlandske-solv-og-plett-o-s-p-norway-mid-20th-century","title":"Viking Ship Figural Corkscrew, Cast Silver-Plated Metal, Østlandske Sølv og Plett (O.S.P.), Norway, mid-20th century","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eThis figural corkscrew represents the Norwegian Viking ship souvenir type produced by Østlandske Sølv og Plett (O.S.P.) of Oslo. The cast longship body forms the base while a central turned shaft carries a wire-formed worm. A removable curved sail sheath fits over the worm for protection and storage. The design follows O.S.P.’s 1933 patented concept and became one of the best-known Scandinavian souvenir corkscrew forms of the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003eThe example retains its silver plating and the detachable sail cover engraved “HILSEN FRA NORGE” and “TIL REIDUN OG EDGAR.” The underside carries the stamped O.S.P. mark visible in the photographs. The worm remains straight with a defined point and the corkscrew operates normally. Minor surface wear consistent with age and handling is present but the structure remains sound and suitable for careful use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMid-20th century (post-1933 patent production)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLength: 10.7 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003eHeight: 8.46 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eWidth: 1.87 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003eWeight: 234 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52879000994133,"sku":"TG 3.17","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_61cc8929-1831-4d9c-9fc5-1f0278eaef1c.jpg?v=1772710224"},{"product_id":"antique-t-handle-corkscrew-with-bone-crossbar-and-brush-holder-rosette-brush-missing-european-manufacture-circa-1880-1900","title":"T-Handle Corkscrew with Brush Holder Rosette, Bone \u0026 Turned Wood, Europe, c.1880–1900","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1011\" data-start=\"543\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-end=\"579\" data-start=\"545\"\u003eT-handle direct pull corkscrew\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted with a decorative rosette incorporating a \u003cstrong data-end=\"645\" data-start=\"629\"\u003ebrush holder\u003c\/strong\u003e beneath the turned wooden shaft. This form combines the standard straight-pull extraction mechanism with a small integrated brush intended for cleaning bottle lips or cork fragments after opening. Such brush-mounted rosettes appear on a number of late 19th-century European corkscrews and represent a functional refinement within the traditional direct pull family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1399\" data-start=\"1013\"\u003eThe crossbar handle is turned from bone with simple incised ring decoration and fitted with a central suspension ring. The central shaft is turned hardwood terminating in a pressed rosette plate designed to carry a small circular brush; \u003cstrong data-end=\"1284\" data-start=\"1250\"\u003ethe brush is no longer present\u003c\/strong\u003e. The steel worm remains straight with a sharp point and the tool is structurally sound with consistent age patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1465\" data-start=\"1401\"\u003eCirca \u003cstrong data-end=\"1420\" data-start=\"1407\"\u003e1880–1900\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1423\" data-start=\"1420\"\u003eProvenance: \u003cstrong data-end=\"1465\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003eThomas Guenther Collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2302\" data-start=\"2277\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLength: 15.7 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"2326\" data-start=\"2323\"\u003eHandle length: 8.4 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"2353\" data-start=\"2350\"\u003eWeight: 128 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1465\" data-start=\"1401\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esteemed Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52879703540053,"sku":"TG 01.15","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/files\/1_c3397488-79c1-42d5-9ccb-3f9871a2b059.jpg?v=1772716129"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/2353\/1861\/collections\/5_3f2778fd-cbee-4f94-af5b-76b14afb613e.jpg?v=1776800194","url":"https:\/\/esteemedantiques.com\/collections\/antique-collectible-corkscrews.oembed?page=4","provider":"Esteemed Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}