To keep or to throw?
By Judy Evans
@JudyEv (353964)
Rockingham, Australia
February 22, 2025 5:12am CST
I’ve been helping my sister-in-law empty out her junk room and, in the photo, you can see a corkscrew which she doesn’t want. It’s made of iron and fits very nicely in the hand. It would make quite a handy weapon if you were attacked.
You might be able to make out the ram’s head on the right of the corkscrew. I don’t quite know what to do with it. I can’t imagine a charity shop would accept it. It’s too much like a weapon. It’s a nice object in its way and nicely made but what can I do with it?
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@snowy22315 (189921)
• United States
22 Feb
Here's a thought use it as a corkscrew. 
If you don't want it maybe have it evaluated by an antique store. Nobody makes things like that anymore.
If you don't want it maybe have it evaluated by an antique store. Nobody makes things like that anymore.3 people like this
@snowy22315 (189921)
• United States
23 Feb
@JudyEv I donated one of mine to the flea swap. It was hard to use,and took up too much space in the drawer. You are right about the screw caps. They are becoming more and more common.
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@JudyEv (353964)
• Rockingham, Australia
24 Feb
@snowy22315 I should keep it near the front door in case of burglars. 
@DaddyEvil (148843)
• United States
22 Feb
It looks nicely made and, I believe I'd take @snowy22315 's suggestion and see if an antique dealer would buy it from you. 
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@BelleStarr (61417)
• United States
22 Feb
That's a tough one, I love old things so I hate to throw things like that away. I guess it depends how much time you want to invest in it. Maybe a friend could use it?
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@MarieCoyle (44043)
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23 Feb
This is a very unique and handmade item. I agree, take it to a pawn shop or an antique dealer. Hey, ya never know!
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@Tampa_girl7 (52499)
• United States
22 Feb
See if it’s of any value. You never know.
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@wolfgirl569 (116415)
• Marion, Ohio
22 Feb
Like I see mentioned go to an antique store or museum. They might want it
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@Beestring (15393)
• Hong Kong
22 Feb
That is a very solid corkscrew, I'll keep it just in case.
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@RevivedWarrior (3727)
• India
23 Feb
That is definitely an interesting find while clearing all the junk from the room! An iron corkscrew with a ram’s head design is a good looking and one. It does have a unique charm. It might be tricky to donate, given the weight and potential to be used as a weapon. Perhaps it cab be used as decorative item, , in case you appreciate rustic or vintage items. In case you are not interested in that, perhaps finding a collector or antique collector could help. Perhaps they may appreciate it. Another idea which comes to mind is to repurpose it into an art piece or display item. Is it not amazing the most unexpected items can become great conversation starters. Take care!
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