This antique pliers type nutcracker is a rare find for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Made of brass with a gold color finish, it features three rows of radiating “teeth” and weighs 11 ounces. The nutcracker has an item length of 6 and 1/2 inches and measures 12 and 1/2 inches when open. The item is perfect for those who enjoy cracking nuts and shells with ease. Its interior detail and making method make it a unique vintage example that is sure to impress. This nutcracker is a great addition to any kitchen tool and gadget collection, and is perfect for use at home or in a dining establishment. This curious “Walnut shaped” nutcracker is. V E R Y R A R E! I have been on the internet and. (b) looked at over 1000 listings on antique web sites. There are lots of “walnut shaped nutcrackers”, but there is not one for sale on the internet today that looks like this one! If you just want a “walnut shaped nutcracker” because you like the idea, then find a cheaper one. Unique Handheld Vintage brass Nutcracker. Shaped like a Walnut with beautiful detail. This is a lovely nutcracker for use and display with a bowl of Whole nuts. I remember when everyone had bowls of whole nuts with nutcrackers sitting on end tables. It was always such fun to crack the shell and dig out the delicious nuts! Its [sic] a bonus the eating unprocessed nutmeats is a healthier alternative to the salty, processed nuts available in stores today. This would make a lovely Hostess gift, just tie a pretty ribbon around them for presentation. Measures approximately 6.5″ x 2″ x 1.75. It’s well documented and VERY similar to our “walnut shaped nutcracker”. Canaletto is a one-of-a-kind Nutcracker realised in the late 40s by a local artisan living in the Italian Alps. This nutcracker is entirely realised in precious and solid heavy brass. It comes in the shape of a nut with two handle that permits to easily crack your favourite dry fruits such as almonds and nuts. It comes in really good conditions with an elegant patina that well represents the antique age of this precious piece. Solid brass Mid Century Italian. There are many similar to this one but there are definitely differences. The shape of the interior cracking jaws is the obvious originality. It is priced at 239 euro there. “This solid quality nutcracker is approx 6.5″ long and 1.75 wide. The maker is not marked or mentioned that I have found. If you really want to invest in an item that. Will delight your guests during a pleasant dinner or keep you company while eating nuts in front of a fireplace. Then please consider this much rarer, but still unmarked, treasure that Daphne Gie collected – because she had an eye for form, structure, and design. Daphne Gie was a world famous Dog Show Judge. When, she retired to Australia she became the “Patroness” of the Australian Afghan Hound Club! But, before I explain how I came to be in possession of Daphne. Let me comment on how you can tell how rare it is. The distinguishing features for “Walnut shaped Nutcrackers” are. Does it have handles? Many of the nut shaped crackers do not have handles. Are the handles “decorated”? (plain, abstract, textured.). What material is used? Brass, Bronze, Cast Iron, Chrome, “Silver Tone”, even wood. The shape of the interior cracking jaws. Pictures 1 to 4 above are of Daphne’s Nutcracker! Picture 5 shows a textured handle on a walnut shaped nutcracker. NOT the pattern on Daphne’s nutcracker! Pictures 6 to 11 are of Brass walnut shaped nutcrackers – all with plain handles. Picture 12 is of a Copped walnut shaped nutcracker. Picture 13 is of a silver tone walnut shaped nutcracker. I have this nutcracker for sale because. Daphne Gie bequeathed it to us! Daphne was a “proper” English private-school teacher who collected “nutcrackers”. Daphne taught art to 9 and 10 year olds – and didn’t love children. She loved Afghan Hounds. I met Daphne, who was a generation older than me, through my interest in Afghan Hounds. She literally wrote the book on Afghans! When Daphne died she left her nutcracker collection – and her house in Australia to me and my husband. As I approach the task of finding homes for the things I collected e. Antique maps, 18th C glass and silver, and pewter ice cream molds, I realize that I need to find homes for Daphne’s treasures too: Move them on to the next generation to be held, and appreciated. I started with the “naked lady” and moved on to the “dog” – even if it isn’t an afghan! Daphne bought this walnut shaped nutcracker in the 1940’s! It wasn’t her favorite nutcracker, but it was clearly “special” to her. That does NOT MEAN I do not know what these things are worth – so please do not insult Daphne’s memory with lowball offers. BD, GD, BR & LT keep their homes. Thank you for reading this. I have had packages get “lost” – but recovered!