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Antique Hobnail Toothpick Holder with Lid

Many people have become interested in the antique hobnail toothpick holder with lid in the last few years. Most holders of this sort are made of glass and have a pattern of raised dots. It has been said that this pattern makes the glassware look like boot soles (hence the name 'hobnail'). This collectible toothpick holder can sometimes be difficult to find as they are no longer made. It is typical for toothpick holders of this design to be have been made of breakable materials that easily show the slightest of damage.

About The Antique Hobnail Toothpick Holder With Lid

The antique hobnail toothpick holder with lid is a popular item with those interested in collectable toothpick holders like The National Toothpick Holder Collecter's Society. The raised pattern is popular for its decorative vibe and classic styling. Most toothpick holders in this style were produced prior to the 1970's.

Often, hobnail toothpick holders do not come with lids. The few that do are rare. It is popular for those with lids to have 'top hat' lids. This is partially in order to complete the 'boot and shoes' aesthetic. Other lids are just basic ceramic or glass toppers.

Shopping For Antique Toothpick Holders

Shopping for antique toothpick holders can often be a difficult task. It can be even more difficult when shopping for hobnail holders--especially those with lids. Most can't be purchased from conventional toothpick holder websites.

One of the best places to start your search are Internet auction websites such as Ebay.com. Other generalist sites like Overstock.com might be helpful too. Both sites frequently receive new product listings and--as a result--you can often find a great buy just by visiting often. The next step after these sites would be antique websites. Goantiques.com has a large collection of hobnail holders and pieces. Tias.com is another site with a large inventory of hobnail products. The site also features other types of toothpick holders. Collectible houses like Cyberattic.com also have a great collection of holders. You can also look into local antique or collectible shops in your area.