Krome Kraft Farber Orange Catalin Cocktail Shaker Set Start Price USD 149.99 Current Price USD 149.99 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, October 29, 2008 End Time Friday, November 28, 2008 Location NW See more about 'Krome Kraft Farber Orange Catalin Cocktail Shaker Set' Description Krome Kraft Cocktail Shaker Setwith orange catalin trimbyFarber BrothersYou are bidding on a stately, highly-collectible cocktail shaker set by Farber Brothers. The shaker measures 12-3/4 inches tall. The tray measures 19 inches by 11-3/4 inches. The "sugar" container measures 5-1/2 inches tall. The "creamer" measures 4-1/4 inches tall. The ice bucket measures 5-1/4 inches tall and 8 inches in diameter. The ice tongs measure 9 inches long. All items feature stunning orange-colored catalin trim. Produced 1940-1960.I’m a passionate cocktail shaker collector. I've decided to release a portion of my collection so others can fortify their collection with truly unique and rare shakers. Over the past two decades, I have amassed a colossal assortment of highly collectible cocktail shakers, most of which are flawless and extremely rare. Astute collectors often scour antique and thrift shops and estate and garage sales for years to find these extraordinary pieces. Sizeable, premium collections of cocktail shakers and barware, such as the one I have listed on ebay, are real mother lodes! Click on the "View seller's other items" link and seize this opportunity to start your own collection or to fortify you current collection. Although I will not offer combined purchase discounts, I will combine shipping to save you money.The condition of this shaker set is near-mint ... just a few surface scratches. The handles are firmly attached with no chips or cracks. The top lid of the shaker is easy to remove as is the screw cap. The tray is in fabulous condition - no dents. The ice bucket has an area that is slightly bent around the top rim. The tray handles are in pristine condition - no chips or cracks. The tongs have a small 1/8 inch piece of trim cracked off a corner.Stamped on the bottom:KROME-KRAFT[DESIGN MARKS]FARBER BROSNEW YORK, N.Y.This cocktail shaker is featured on page 75 of "Vintage Barware Identification & Value Guide" by Stephen Visakay (1997). It was valued at $65-$95 10+ years ago when this book was published. Assuming 4% annual inflation, today's value would be $100-$150. However, this ebay auction is for a complete set which is rare and far more valuable.This item will ship within 48-hours of receipt of payment. Insurance is optional and recommended as the seller is not responsible for damage that occurs in transit. If ground delivery is chosen by buyer, seller has option of using either DHL or UPS for ground shipping. Although I will not offer combined purchase discounts, I will combine shipping to save you money on multiple purchases if they are all purchased and paid within 24 hours of eachother.U.S. bidders only please. No shipping outside the U.S.  _gsrx_vers_236 (GS 5.0.3 (236)) Place a Bid!