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Mucha medallion - a rare find.
Rare Find - Vintage Glass Medallion In 2004, on a trip to the Czech Republic, we stopped in Jablonec nad Nisou, which is the center of glass bead and jewelry production for Europe. We normally go there to the factories to start production on our next line of beads for the new year, which we showcase at the big Tucson gem and mineral shows in February. On this trip, however, we investigated antique shops; since Jablonec is over 800 years old as a functioning town, and been in the glass production business, and specifically the glass bead business since the 1700’s, it made sense to see what we could find hidden away and forgotten.
By Guy lynn5 months ago in History
The Czech glass industry
For over 500 years glass beads, buttons and glassware have been made in the area of Bohemia, Central Europe. Starting with King Charles of Bohemia's invitation to ethnic Germans to relocate to the region of the Jizera Mountains in the late 1400's to create glassworks manufacturing, this area became in turn a province of Austria,(Bohemia) a province of Czechoslovakia in 1918 after the breakup of the Austrian Empire, Sudutenland in 1930's by Hitler, then back to being Czechoslovakia in 1945 after WW2 and finally independent Czech Republic after the velvet Revolution of 1989.
By Guy lynn5 months ago in History
The Magic of America’s Drive-In Movie Theaters....
The air is warm, the fireflies are dancing, and the gravel crunches under your tires as you pull into the lot. Ahead, a giant white screen rises against the twilight, and a row of cars glows with the soft red of tail lights. Kids tumble out in pajamas, parents crack open coolers, and a crackly speaker box hangs from your car window. Then the projector whirs to life, the screen lights up, and for a few hours the world feels perfect.
By The Iron Lighthouse5 months ago in History
Fact About France
France, officially known as the French Republic, is a country that has captured the imagination of people all over the world. Known for its rich culture, history, cuisine, and art, France is much more than just the land of the Eiffel Tower and fine wine. With its influence extending across politics, fashion, science, and philosophy, France is one of the most important nations in both European and world history. Below are some fascinating facts about France that give a deeper insight into what makes this country so unique.
By Samiullah 5 months ago in History
Rites of the Dead: Burial Customs and Funerary Offerings among the Thracians
For the Thracians, burial was not a quiet farewell but a dramatic event filled with ritual sacrifice. Archaeological discoveries and ancient writers alike describe how animals—especially horses and cattle—were offered during funerary ceremonies. Horses, in particular, held a unique significance: they were not only practical companions in life but also viewed as spiritual guides in death. The interment of horses beside their masters was both a symbol of status and a belief that these noble creatures would carry the deceased into the otherworld.
By Heritage5 months ago in History
Swat Valley Buttons
first discovered these beautiful shell buttons in Tucson while visiting a vendor after the days business was finished, and we were having a beer and some food in his booth/room. I looked in a paper bag stashed under a table and saw these incredible buttons inside. When I asked him what they were, Zahair told me they were old vintage Swat Valley buttons from Pakistan. There were about 400 buttons, and there were about 4 different sizes and designs. I bought them all on the spot, and my love affair with these fabulous buttons began.
By Guy lynn5 months ago in History
Japanese Miracle beads.
The story of Miyuki beads begins in Japan, in the mid-30s, in the town of Fukuyama in Hiroshima province. Seiichi Katsuoka, great-grandfather of the company's current president, was so fascinated by the color and brilliance of glass beads that he decided to start making them.
By Guy lynn5 months ago in History
The Trail of Tears: America’s Dark March Westward
A Promise of Expansion, A Reality of Sorrow In the early 19th century, the United States stood at a crossroads. The young nation was eager to expand westward, driven by the belief in Manifest Destiny—the idea that Americans were destined to settle across the continent. But this expansion came at a devastating cost.
By Echoes of Life5 months ago in History
Famous Historical Figures with Surprising Secrets . AI-Generated.
Famous Historical Figures with Surprising Secrets Uncover the hidden lives of 10 famous historical figures with surprising secrets that you never learned in school. From hidden talents to shocking truths, these stories unveil another side of history.
By The smart stream5 months ago in History
7 Mysterious Historical Disappearances, Still Unsolved to This Day . AI-Generated.
7 Mysterious Historical Disappearances, Still Unsolved to This Day Here are 7 mysterious historical disappearances that are still unsolved today. From lost civilizations to vanished explorers, explore some of the greatest mysteries of history.
By Zest Zone"5 months ago in History
Ancient Lost Civilizations: What Historians Still Don't Know . AI-Generated.
Ancient Lost Civilizations: What Historians Still Don't Know Read about 10 mysterious ancient lost civilizations that vanished without clear reason, and about more than 10 well-established ancient peoples that were incredibly influential to mankind and cultural legacies, while remaining unsolved mysteries.
By Click & Clarity5 months ago in History
The best movies in history
That's right. Personal taste, cultural impact, technological innovation, and critical consensus all play a role in determining the "best" films of all time. We can, however, compile a list of films that have fundamentally influenced cinema and are almost universally acclaimed by combining these elements. This list, which is organized by era and genre to highlight their distinct contributions, serves as a starting point. The Complete List of "Must-See" Events (A Selection of the Best) Sight & Sound's and the AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies critic and director polls consistently place these films at the top. The Classics of the Golden Age (pre-1960) Orson Welles' Citizen Kane (1941) Why it's so important: It has been called the best movie ever. It changed sound design, deep-focus photography, and narrative structure. The story of the rise and fall of a newspaper tycoon remains a masterclass in filmmaking. Michael Curtiz's 1942 film Casablanca Why it's so important: It has romance, drama, suspense, and humor all in one. It may be the most perfect Hollywood studio film ever made due to its timeless themes of sacrifice and honor, memorable characters, and iconic dialogue. Jean Renoir's The Rules of the Game (1939) Why it's important:
By parves mosharaf5 months ago in History