Tiny key in a novel – Likely for a locket, diary, or keepsake box.

Hollow ceramic figurines – Hid potpourri, served as ashtrays, or secret banks.

“Potato with holes” – A handmade ocarina (whistle flute).

Logo-stamped tins – Held tobacco, candy, or sewing notions in the Depression era.

Hand-crank gadget – A vintage egg beater.

Glass vials with corks – Reused for home remedies or extracts.

Bent wire hanger – DIY reach tool for lost socks or car locks.

Clay submarine whistle – Child’s musical ocarina toy.

Etched coins – Commemorative tokens from fairs or events.

Grooved wooden dowel – Pastry roller or woodworking grip tool.

Chalk in sewing kit – Tailor’s chalk for marking fabric.

Rusted coil spring – From old mattresses or carriage seats.

Iron hooks in attic – Hall-tree hooks for hats and cloaks.

Wooden pegs in pouch – Dowels for traditional furniture joints.