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Beauty abounds in this month's Bid Box.

Our "Bid Box" contains valuable jewelry, fine items, artwork and collectibles. The silent auction format allows customers to secretly bid on items they wish to buy, by bidding at least the opening bid amount shown

for any item. You can bid for as many items as you wish.

In addition to placing bids in person at our Thrift Shop,

YOU CAN BID BY EMAIL.

Bidding for the items shown below

ends on Tuesday, February 20 at 1:00 p.m.

You can email your bid to us at

althrift281@gmail.com

Please write "Bid Box" in the subject line and indicate the following:

1) The item for which you are bidding

2) The amount you are bidding

3) Your name

4) Your daytime telephone number



You will receive a confirmation email, acknowledging your bid. If you are the highest bidder, you will receive a phone call on the afternoon of Tuesday, February 20.

Good luck!

Koa Wood Bowl

Crafting furniture and other objects from koa wood has a long tradition in Hawaii. The rich colors and varied grain patterns of this native wood lend themselves to some extraordinarily-beautiful pieces. This vintage koa bowl is no exception. It was handcrafted and signed by Irving C. Everett on Kauai. It measures 12 inches in diameter x 6 inches tall. What a beautiful item to display in your home!



Opening Bid: $75

14k Gold Hoop Earrings

Benin Bronze Head

This omega-style necklace boasts 22.4 grams of 14k gold. It measures 16 inches long, and its graceful curve enhances many neckline styles. It is at once simple and elegant.



Opening Bid: $600

This dramatic crystal vase was made by Cofrac Art Glass Verrier in France. It measures 30 inches wide x 15 inches tall. Resembling a splashing ocean wave, it would be the perfect vessel to display your red ginger or other vibrant Hawaiian flowers.



Opening Bid: $50

Six pairs of hardwood chopsticks are contained in this unique carved wood case, which features three honu. The case measures 10 inches long x 2-1/4 inches wide x 2-1/4 inches tall. Such a clever addition to your table!

Opening Bid: $25

This beautiful jade bead necklace is comprised of beads in graduated sizes from 8mm to 10mm. The necklace is 19-3/4 inches long and has a 14k gold clasp. Stunning!



Opening Bid: $200

This vintage "beggar's bag" coin purse, circa 1930, is made of gold-tone chainmail metal, with an accordion opening. The bag measures 3 inches wide x 3-1/2 inches tall. It's quite a conversation piece.



Opening Bid: $20

These lovely screw-back earrings feature transparent teardrop smoky quartz stones, measuring 3/8 inch across at the widest point. They dangle 1-3/4 inch in length from the 14k gold screw-back clips.



Opening Bid: $95

Ah, the elegance of tea (or coffee) served from this antique Reed and Barton silver-plated tilting kettle and warming stand. The kettle can tilt on the stand for serving or can be removed to allow free movement of the host or hostess. The kettle on the stand measures 13-1/2 inches tall. Tea, anyone?



Opening Bid: $45

Sterling Silver and Tanzanite Pendant

This sparkling pendant features multiple tanzanite stones in varying sizes, set in sterling silver. Even the bale contains seven small tanzanite stones. The pendant measures 1 inch in diameter x 1-1/4 inch, including the bale.

Opening Bid: $80

This vibrant fresco painting, titled "The Blue Bird" is a replica of a 17th Century B.C. fresco from Knossos. The back of the fresco indicates it is from Krete Heraklion Museum. The framed piece measures 10 inches x 14 inches.



Opening Bid: $30

This sterling silver ring, by Tacori, features a large cubic zirconia stone at its center, encircled by several smaller cubic zirconia stones, which continue to the upper portion of the band. The ring is size 7 and is a real sparkler!



Opening Bid: $45

If you feel like clowning around, this adorable figurine, titled "Charlie", is

for you. It was made by Giuseppe Armani in Florence, Italy, and is perched atop a wooden stand. The figurine and stand measure 7-1/2 inches tall. Charlie, complete with oversize shoes and and baggy clothes, is riding a scooter, probably on his way to the circus.

Opening Bid: $60

This beautiful lavender jade chop pendant has a dog suspended from the 14k gold bale. The pendant measures 1/2 inch x 1-1/4 inches. This pendant would be striking on your gold chain.





Opening Bid: $45

Kitten Figurine

This precious porcelain tabby kitten, made in the U.S.A. by Boehm, will melt your heart. The figurine stands 4-1/2 inches tall. Is that mewing we hear?

Opening Bid: $12

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Assistance League of Hawaii

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ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF HAWAII

1505 Young Street, Honolulu, HI 96826

Telephone (808)946-1505

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