Another break.

[Lost&Found]

Last January I ruptured a tendon in my forearm which kept me from picking for a month.

This Tuesday I twisted my ankle on uneven pavement causing a complete rupture of my Achilles' tendon.

I see the surgeon on Tuesday. So it looks like I will be out of action for awhile since I can't drive and don't want to deal with crowds. I will spend time going through my old finds and enjoy reading the posts on TNET.

My last find from last weekend. Victorian Cranberry glass ribbed vase in a silver plated basket

 

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[artslinger]

That really sucks! I hope you feel and get better soon! I cannot imagine the torture of not being in the hunt! Good luck finding a treasure amongst your already scored treasures! Love both vases! I see some artwork in the background! I can spot fine art from a mile away with my eyes closed! :-) Take care, great scores await you!

RJA

 

[BagLady]

OUCH!! So sorry to hear you've had such a run of bad luck. Hope you will get better soon, but looks like a lot of physical therapy in your future.
The vase is amazing!

 

[diggummup]

Sorry about your leg. That is one nice looking piece of Cranberry glass. Do you have any thoughts on the maker?

 

[Lost&Found]

Thanks for the sentiments.

Dig, haven't figured out who made it yet but I have plenty of time now to do research. There are no hallmarks on the basket and there is a pontil indicating that it was hand blown.

One regret I have now is that I found a new honey hole TS that I was only able to spend 10 minutes in and planned to go back next week. I guess I'll have to share it with another picker I know who is not familiar with the area it's in and get a ride with him. Or spend money on a taxi which could be expensive. The store reminded me of the good old days, so packed with goodies, art work, jewelry, ceramics and decent prices.

In speaking with the store manager she said she tries to research what comes in but can't because of the amount of donations they get.

 

[silverdollarbill]

Sorry to hear about your injury. Achilles is a tough one...stay focused on getting better. Good luck with new honey hole.

 

[dejapooh]

Its funny... The older I get, the most such bad luck I get...

OUCH!! So sorry to hear you've had such a run of bad luck. Hope you will get better soon, but looks like a lot of physical therapy in your future.
The vase is amazing!

 

[JimDon]

Get well soon!

 

[captain flintlock]

Sorry to hear of your injury. I hope you make a speedy recovery!! I completely understand not being able to get out and treasure hunt! My wife and I go through withdrawals in the winter here in Ct during the "off season"!! Best wishes to you!!

 

[Lost&Found]

Yeah I feel like I am going to miss out on "The Find of a Lifetime"

It's seems like I have too much time on my hands. I'm thinking of how to hook up this to to my dogs.



Some animal activist would probably try to get me charged with animal cruelty though

 

[Beachkid23]

Sorry about your injury. I have one that's starting to bother me a lot too and my ankle area not sure what it is and don't feel like going to the doctor yet!!! I found this though maybe it will help? I might look into it here shortly as well!!! 35 in 6 days,

 

[kali_is_my_copilot]

That is a stunning vase, and I am very sorry about your current incapacitation (I would be climbing the walls) but the main thing I came here to say is YOUR SHIBES ARE SO CUTE! Especially the munchkin-y one. You should definitely turn them into the most adorable Laurel & Hardy-esque scooter pulling dog team ever. If they're into the idea too then you can just tell any critics that it's healthy for dogs to have jobs if they like having jobs, lol (mine is much to lazy but ymmv).

 

[Lost&Found]

Beach and Kali thanks for your posts.

Well the verdict is in. Surgery on Thursday. At least the new TV season is starting soon. Good luck everyone in your treasurer hunting. The silver lining, my surgeon referred me to his personal injury attorney. Talk about ambulance chasing LOL.

 

[kali_is_my_copilot]

At least you're working towards a solution (hopefully). I find that hunting eBay can help scratch that itch, and I've gotten good enough at it that eBay flips sometimes account for 1/3 to 1/2 of my reselling income in any given month, but ymmv.

 

[Lost&Found]

Well I got time to search and hone my auction sniping skills. I've picked up a few undervalued things in the past on eBay (silver coins). Especially with newly listed BIN.

 

[bdsawyer]

There are a lot of online auctions too, helps me get thru the winter up here when pickings are very slim. Just factor in shipping and buyers premium, and you can find some amazing buys with patience and persistence.
Good luck with your surgery, I had back surgery 3 years ago during the summer and it was tough missing out on sales.

 

[Lost&Found]

Surgery went well. Feeling no pain.