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Past Practical Antiques After many years of passionate collecting, we decided to pursue our love of the hunt for antiques and bring interesting and above all practical stuff to you.

Based in Central Pennsylvania, we look for special antiques and help find them loving homes.

Here’s something you don’t see every day. A set of monumental hand forged andirons. These stand 36” tall with 30” depth.
18/09/2025

Here’s something you don’t see every day. A set of monumental hand forged andirons. These stand 36” tall with 30” depth.

Toolin around….. on the weekends A range of tool goodies at Apple Hill, State College PA / open 10 - 6 daily- Marbles #...
03/07/2021

Toolin around….. on the weekends

A range of tool goodies at Apple Hill, State College PA / open 10 - 6 daily
- Marbles #2 Hatchet
- Davis, Deck and Melick Inclinometers
- 1939 Stanley #1193 Brass Bound Level
- Phillips Patent Plow Planes
- Sandusky #140 Center Wheel in Rosewood
- Stanley #85
Message us with questions or to arrange FaceTime with the tools for those far away….

Toolin' Around....on the weekendsA P Joy Axle Nut Safety Wrench with Spinner Patented Feb 1, 1898Patent Description: The...
10/04/2021

Toolin' Around....on the weekends

A P Joy Axle Nut Safety Wrench with Spinner Patented Feb 1, 1898
Patent Description: The screw-adjust jaw has a cam lever to advance and provide a clamping action. This lever handle and the side handle also provide props to hold the axle nut off the ground while oiling the axle. This axle-nut wrench was marketed through the first quarter of the 20th Century.

Toolin' Around....on the weekendsThe Never-Stall Wrench a classic Combination ToolMatthews of Dayton OhioAdvertised as 1...
03/04/2021

Toolin' Around....on the weekends

The Never-Stall Wrench a classic Combination Tool
Matthews of Dayton Ohio
Advertised as 15 tools in one...... see photos for all 15.

Toolin' Around....on the weekendsStill searching for patent details on this one. Late 1800’s Barrel B**g Reamer / Auger ...
02/04/2021

Toolin' Around....on the weekends

Still searching for patent details on this one.
Late 1800’s Barrel B**g Reamer / Auger and Countersink / Facer.
Combines many features in a complex and well-built auger.

Doorstops used to be works of art.Offered in a variety interesting cast iron forms.A few examples available in our space...
02/04/2021

Doorstops used to be works of art.
Offered in a variety interesting cast iron forms.
A few examples available in our space at Apple Hill…….
Hubley Cat and the Geese

Clang, Clang, Clang…… went the Trolley1887 Patent Brass and Bronze Chicago Trolley Car Wagon Pull BellThis Victorian for...
01/04/2021

Clang, Clang, Clang…… went the Trolley

1887 Patent Brass and Bronze Chicago Trolley Car Wagon Pull Bell
This Victorian form dates to the horse drawn trolley wagon era.
Available in our space at Apple Hill Antiques 105 Gerald St State College PA
Message any questions or check out our Marketplace listing for more details……..

We make dinner at home A LOT more often these days.That has meant more attention paid to our kitchen and dining areas. I...
30/03/2021

We make dinner at home A LOT more often these days.
That has meant more attention paid to our kitchen and dining areas.
If you need a “sprucing up” come and give us a look at Apple Hill

Supplies big and small........... just to name a few:
• Stylish MCM China Cabinet / Sideboard – use these pieces together or separately
• Salem “North Star” Mid-Century Style service for eight
• Set of four sherberts – time for some ice cream!!!
• Assorted Iced tea spoons

Toolin' Around....on the weekendsWe don’t like to overuse “Rare” but if you tool around too, we’d like to hear from you…...
29/03/2021

Toolin' Around....on the weekends

We don’t like to overuse “Rare” but if you tool around too, we’d like to hear from you……….
Brass lumber rule. We’ve never seen another. Have you?

Toolin' Around....on the weekendsStanley #3 Smooth Plane Type 11 in Beautiful Condition
27/03/2021

Toolin' Around....on the weekends

Stanley #3 Smooth Plane Type 11 in Beautiful Condition

Toolin' Around....on the weekendsA rare piece in an uncommon size.The 24" Gravity Inclinometer Manufactured by Decks Gra...
27/03/2021

Toolin' Around....on the weekends

A rare piece in an uncommon size.
The 24" Gravity Inclinometer Manufactured by Decks Gravity Level Co Toldeo Ohio
Patent dates December 15 1896, February 14 1905, with others pending

Bling…..There’s a new display case in our floor space at Apple Hill.Many treasures inside including some beautiful bling...
25/03/2021

Bling…..

There’s a new display case in our floor space at Apple Hill.
Many treasures inside including some beautiful bling….

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