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The vintage world is full of fascinating “gadgets” that can seem like they’re from another planet today. For example, I often come across these pieces that confuse people:

Flat metal cases with a spring: These are often old business card cases or pocket ashtrays.
Wooden mushroom-shaped objects: Old tools for darning socks.

Metal tongs with strange teeth: These could be vintage nutcrackers for sugar (when sugar was sold in loaves).

Glass jars with a piston: Old perfume sprayers or houseplants.
Try to describe their shape, material, or whether they have any moving parts. Alternatively, upload a photo and we’ll get started right away!