Yes, now you can own this original, one-of-a-kind piece of 19th century American history, made available by the U.S. Patent Model Foundation, exclusively through The Times. All was not romance and adventure aboard a 19th century train, as hot soot and burning cinders spewed forth from mighty locomotive smoke stacks, raining down on hapless passengers. To extinguish sparks that might otherwise be emitted from smoke stacks, this spark arrester came to the aid. It used a tank of water above the locomotive, which included a wind wheel to direct a spray to drench the hot cinders and an escape pipe to direct the hot smoke away from the engine through an elaborate system that controlled the amount of water with buckets and pulleys. This fabulous model, with its intriguing shape, is a piece of truly exciting railroad nostalgia. Submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by its hopeful inventor, this is the actual model that examiners relied upon to award this patent more than 130 years ago. All U.S. Patent models are from 1836 to the 1890s, and are approximately 12 or less inches square. Each of these rare artifacts is guaranteed authentic. As with any historical items from the 1800s, signs of age and wear are common and are considered part of a models charm. Each model comes with its original patent office tag or a replica tag, plus a copy of its patent drawings and papers printed on parchment, a certificate of authenticity, and a fascinating brochure about patent model history. For more history into the U.S. Patent's Office, click here. Ships in 5 - 7 business days.
Price: 1295.00
Yes, now you can own this original, one-of-a-kind piece of 19th century American history, made available by the U.S. Patent Model Foundation, exclusively through The Times. This nautical model is sleek and shiny, made of maple aged to a warm glow, with tin used to form the propeller. Its one of the few models from the District of Columbia, adding to its pedigree. For those who love history and marine collectibles, this model is the perfect acquisition and will be sensational on display. Submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by its hopeful inventor, this is the actual model that examiners relied upon to award this patent more than 130 years ago. All U.S. Patent models are from 1836 to the 1890s, and are approximately 12 or less inches square. Each of these rare artifacts is guaranteed authentic. As with any historical items from the 1800s, signs of age and wear are common and are considered part of a models charm. Each model comes with its original patent office tag or a replica tag, plus a copy of its patent drawings and papers printed on parchment, a certificate of authenticity, and a fascinating brochure about patent model history. For more history into the U.S. Patent's Office, click here. Ships in 5 - 7 business days.
Price: 1050.00
Yes, now you can own this original, one-of-a-kind piece of 19th century American history, made available by the U.S. Patent Model Foundation, exclusively through The Times. Made of heavy wood and metal, this handsome model is a symbol of early American railroads. The railroads relied heavily on devices called nut-locks, which were used to secure sections of tracks. They had to be strong, reliable and able to withstand the constant abuse from heavy engines that rode the rails. This patented nut-lock was designed to save time and money as it was easier to install and simple to adjust. And, it cost less to make due to its special design and construction. This model is beautiful to display, and a nostalgic reminder of how our countrys first transportation system was built. Submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by its hopeful inventor, this is the actual model that examiners relied upon to award this patent more than 130 years ago. All U.S. Patent models are from 1836 to the 1890s, and are approximately 12 or less inches square. Each of these rare artifacts is guaranteed authentic. As with any historical items from the 1800s, signs of age and wear are common and are considered part of a models charm. Each model comes with its original patent office tag or a replica tag, plus a copy of its patent drawings and papers printed on parchment, a certificate of authenticity, and a fascinating brochure about patent model history. For more history into the U.S. Patent's Office, click here. Ships in 5 - 7 business days.
Price: 895.00
Yes, now you can own this original, one-of-a-kind piece of 19th century American history, made available by the U.S. Patent Model Foundation, exclusively through The Times. In addition to being a very intriguing model of a mechanism to propel hand-carts forward or back, this model also has the distinction of surviving the historic fire that swept through the U.S. Patent Office in September 1877. That fire obliterated a vast number of patent models and irreplaceable drawings and documents. Models that escaped destruction were mostly those made of metal such as this one. After the fire, special patent tags were issued to note that the model had survived the catastrophic event. Therefore, this wonderful hand-cart model, with its fascinating gears, levers and wheels, has an added historic cachet as displayed on the reverse of its patent tag which states it was taken from the debris of the 1877 fire. Submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by its hopeful inventor, this is the actual model that examiners relied upon to award this patent more than 130 years ago. All U.S. Patent models are from 1836 to the 1890s, and are approximately 12 or less inches square. Each of these rare artifacts is guaranteed authentic. As with any historical items from the 1800s, signs of age and wear are common and are considered part of a models charm. Each model comes with its original patent office tag or a replica tag, plus a copy of its patent drawings and papers printed on parchment, a certificate of authenticity, and a fascinating brochure about patent model history. For more history into the U.S. Patent's Office, click here. Ships in 5 - 7 business days.
Price: 1150.00
Yes, now you can own this original, one-of-a-kind piece of 19th century American history, made available by the U.S. Patent Model Foundation, exclusively through The Times. This bench-dog, or bench rest as otherwise called, is a brassy beauty, made with elegance and precision. It was used by woodworkers to hold wood being worked on or assembled, and was typically mounted on a joining bench. This bench-dog could be raised as needed by cleverly a designed spring thumb slide mechanism. It has both wedge teeth to securely grip and hold the end of a board, as well as a smooth side when needed to prevent marring wood. This little device is a marvel of mechanics and a striking example of how 19th century woodworking tools were not only functional but beautiful. Submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by its hopeful inventor, this is the actual model that examiners relied upon to award this patent more than 150 years ago. All U.S. Patent models are from 1836 to the 1890s, and are approximately 12 or less inches square. Each of these rare artifacts is guaranteed authentic. As with any historical items from the 1800s, signs of age and wear are common and are considered part of a models charm. Each model comes with its original patent office tag or a replica tag, plus a copy of its patent drawings and papers printed on parchment, a certificate of authenticity, and a fascinating brochure about patent model history. For more history into the U.S. Patent's Office, click here. Ships in 5 - 7 business days.
Price: 620.00
Yes, now you can own this original, one-of-a-kind piece of 19th century American history, made available by the U.S. Patent Model Foundation, exclusively through The Times. Dont let this odd-looking device fool you; it solved a major problem by using a simple substance such as alcohol to prevent water vapors from freezing and thus preventing gas from traveling through gas-main pipes. His drawing shows two ways to structure this device, this model being one of them. It is made of tin, screening and a bit of brass. Its an interesting, pre Civil-War model and one that appears to be an ingenious way to solve a significant problem. Submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by its hopeful inventor, this is the actual model that examiners relied upon to award this patent more than 150 years ago. All U.S. Patent models are from 1836 to the 1890s, and are approximately 12 or less inches square. Each of these rare artifacts is guaranteed authentic. As with any historical items from the 1800s, signs of age and wear are common and are considered part of a models charm. Each model comes with its original patent office tag or a replica tag, plus a copy of its patent drawings and papers printed on parchment, a certificate of authenticity, and a fascinating brochure about patent model history. For more history into the U.S. Patent's Office, click here. Ships in 5 - 7 days.
Price: 425.00
Yes, now you can own this original, one-of-a-kind piece of 19th century American history, made available by the U.S. Patent Model Foundation, exclusively through The Times. This is quite a handsome model, superbly made of wood and brass with exciting detail throughout. Note the gorgeous brass fittings and valves and overall charm of this well-crafted model. This improvement in catch basins is a fine example of early American ingenuity hard at work to create and build our nations first infrastructures. Our modern day, high-tech systems stand on the shoulders of 19th century inventions such as this one. Submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by its hopeful inventor, this is the actual model that examiners relied upon to award this patent more than 130 years ago. All U.S. Patent models are from 1836 to the 1890s, and are approximately 12 or less inches square. Each of these rare artifacts is guaranteed authentic. As with any historical items from the 1800s, signs of age and wear are common and are considered part of a models charm. Each model comes with its original patent office tag or a replica tag, plus a copy of its patent drawings and papers printed on parchment, a certificate of authenticity, and a fascinating brochure about patent model history. For more history into the U.S. Patent's Office, click here. Ships in 5 - 7 days.
Price: 995.00
Yes, now you can own this original, one-of-a-kind piece of 19th century American history, made available by the U.S. Patent Model Foundation, exclusively through The Times. This is a sweet little model for making pleats or tucks. It is attached to a sewing machine where it will fold and hold the tucks for sewing. Its made of brass that has attained a wonderful patina over time, and is handsomely mounted onto a mahogany plate. A great little model, especially if you are collector of sewing memorabilia. Submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by its hopeful inventor, this is the actual model that examiners relied upon to award this patent more than 130 years ago. All U.S. Patent models are from 1836 to the 1890s, and are approximately 12 or less inches square. Each of these rare artifacts is guaranteed authentic. As with any historical items from the 1800s, signs of age and wear are common and are considered part of a models charm. Each model comes with its original patent office tag or a replica tag, plus a copy of its patent drawings and papers printed on parchment, a certificate of authenticity, and a fascinating brochure about patent model history. For more history into the U.S. Patent's Office, click here. Ships in 5 - 7 days.
Price: 425.00
Yes, now you can own this original, one-of-a-kind piece of 19th century American history, made available by the U.S. Patent Model Foundation, exclusively through The Times. This faucet was used to pull liquid from a cask while simultaneously measuring the amount of liquid withdrawn. The concept may seem simple, but this intriguing faucet is not. Its inventor, from Millbrook, N.Y., submitted a five-page patent, including three pages of drawings that explain in great detail how it operates. Made from cast iron, this model is quite heavy, with a beautiful maple handle on its crank and a toothed disk that is used to calculate the quantity of liquid dispensed. This rare and intricate model is for those who enjoy something out of the ordinary. Submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by its hopeful inventor, this is the actual model that examiners relied upon to award this patent more than 130 years ago. All U.S. Patent models are from 1836 to the 1890s, and are approximately 12 or less inches square. Each of these rare artifacts is guaranteed authentic. As with any historical items from the 1800s, signs of age and wear are common and are considered part of a models charm. Each model comes with its original patent office tag or a replica tag, plus a copy of its patent drawings and papers printed on parchment, a certificate of authenticity, and a fascinating brochure about patent model history. For more history into the U.S. Patent's Office, click here. Ships in 5 - 7 business days.
Price: 1295.00
This is a new full-size acoustic guitar hand-signed in person by Alan Jackson! PSA/DNA, the world's leading autograph authenticator, performed a complete examination and deemed this piece hand-signed and authentic. It has a tamper-resistant PSA/DNA sticker, with a unique number that can be looked up on PSA/DNAs website for confirmation. The piece was also encrypted with a mark thats visible only with a specially calibrated infrared laser. PSA/DNA is renowned for its experience and formal training in forensic document examination. PSA/DNA letters of authenticity are guaranteed to be accepted by any major auction houses. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 1275.00
This is a new full-size fully functional Stratocaster style guitar hand signed in person by B.B. King! The guitar was hand airbrushed on both sides by one of the nation's leading airbrush artists. Finished in a clear that will ensure this artwork to last a life-time, this one-of-a-kind piece of music memorabilia. Also included will be a photo taken at the time of signing. The New York Times Store has only 1 of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 2495.00
This is a new full-size sunburst bass guitar hand-signed in person by Bootsie Collins! PSA/DNA, the world's leading autograph authenticator, performed a complete examination and deemed this piece hand-signed and authentic. It has a tamper-resistant PSA/DNA sticker, with a unique number that can be looked up on PSA/DNAs website for confirmation. The piece was also encrypted with a mark thats visible only with a specially calibrated infrared laser. PSA/DNA is renowned for its experience and formal training in forensic document examination. PSA/DNA letters of authenticity are guaranteed to be accepted by any major auction houses. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 850.00
This is a new full-size stratocaster style guitar autographed in person by Celine Dion. PSA/DNA, the world's leading autograph authenticator, performed a complete examination and deemed this piece hand-signed and authentic. It has a tamper-resistant PSA/DNA sticker, with a unique number that can be looked up on PSA/DNAs website for confirmation. The piece was also encrypted with a mark thats visible only with a specially calibrated infrared laser. PSA/DNA is renowned for its experience and formal training in forensic document examination. PSA/DNA letters of authenticity are guaranteed to be accepted by any major auction houses. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 825.00
This is a new full-size stratocaster style guitar autographed in person by James Cotton. PSA/DNA, the world's leading autograph authenticator, performed a complete examination and deemed this piece hand-signed and authentic. It has a tamper-resistant PSA/DNA sticker, with a unique number that can be looked up on PSA/DNAs website for confirmation. The piece was also encrypted with a mark thats visible only with a specially calibrated infrared laser. PSA/DNA is renowned for its experience and formal training in forensic document examination. PSA/DNA letters of authenticity are guaranteed to be accepted by any major auction houses. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 850.00
This incredible full-size fully functional gold speckled guitar comes hand-signed by Lynyrd Skynyrd, including lead singer Johnny Van Zant and recently deceased founding member Billy Powell. Rickey Medlocke (guitarist) even added Freebird to his signature! Accompanying this guitar will be the video footage shot while they were each signing this exact guitar. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 1800.00
This is a new full-size stratocaster style guitar autographed in person by Metallica. PSA/DNA, the world's leading autograph authenticator, performed a complete examination and deemed this piece hand-signed and authentic. It has a tamper-resistant PSA/DNA sticker, with a unique number that can be looked up on PSA/DNAs website for confirmation. The piece was also encrypted with a mark thats visible only with a specially calibrated infrared laser. PSA/DNA is renowned for its experience and formal training in forensic document examination. PSA/DNA letters of authenticity are guaranteed to be accepted by any major auction houses. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 1950.00
This incredible full-size fully functional gold speckled guitar comes hand-signedby Paul Simon of Simon and Garfunkel fame! Accompanying this guitar will be the video footage shot while he was signing this exact guitar. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 1790.00
This is a new full-size stratocaster style guitar autographed in person by Quincy Jones. PSA/DNA, the world's leading autograph authenticator, performed a complete examination and deemed this piece hand-signed and authentic. It has a tamper-resistant PSA/DNA sticker, with a unique number that can be looked up on PSA/DNAs website for confirmation. The piece was also encrypted with a mark thats visible only with a specially calibrated infrared laser. PSA/DNA is renowned for its experience and formal training in forensic document examination. PSA/DNA letters of authenticity are guaranteed to be accepted by any major auction houses. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 850.00
This is a new full-size Fender guitar hand-signed by Robert Cray and accompanied by a photo of him taken at the time of signing which shows him with this exact guitar. PSA/DNA, the world's leading autograph authenticator, performed a complete examination and deemed this piece hand-signed and authentic. It has a tamper-resistant PSA/DNA sticker, with a unique number that can be looked up on PSA/DNAs website for confirmation. The piece was also encrypted with a mark thats visible only with a specially calibrated infrared laser. PSA/DNA is renowned for its experience and formal training in forensic document examination. PSA/DNA letters of authenticity are guaranteed to be accepted by any major auction houses. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 1170.00
This is a new full-size stratocaster style guitar autographed in person by Wynton Marsalis. PSA/DNA, the world's leading autograph authenticator, performed a complete examination and deemed this piece hand-signed and authentic. It has a tamper-resistant PSA/DNA sticker, with a unique number that can be looked up on PSA/DNAs website for confirmation. The piece was also encrypted with a mark thats visible only with a specially calibrated infrared laser. PSA/DNA is renowned for its experience and formal training in forensic document examination. PSA/DNA letters of authenticity are guaranteed to be accepted by any major auction houses. The New York Times Store has only one of these pieces of music memorabilia. Special packing is used to ensure each guitars safe arrival. Each autographed guitar also comes with a certificate of authenticity and money-back guarantee from The Caren Archive, a leading source of artifacts and memorabilia. Ships in 3 - 5 days. Click here to view the Return Policy on this item.
Price: 850.00