What is this thing: the strangest finds. Issue 182
And here is the new part of our irregular column “Explain to me what this thing is?” The post is probably very familiar to you, so it needs no introduction. So you are welcome to post and wish you pleasant viewing!
Small leather detail with straps and adjustable buckles 
Answer: This is a decoration for shoes. They can be removed and changed.
Red and green brass bells that come apart. There are no markings or names on them 
Answer: These are salt and pepper shakers in the style of boat marker lights. This is such an interesting deception.
This is a vintage item made in Germany. What is it for? 
Answer: This is a vintage baby rattle with the bells removed.
Wooden objects with a point at one end and spheres at the other were found inside a hotel table. 
Answer: This is a billboquette. A children's game, the essence of which is to get a ball tied to a rod into a cup.
Ceramic object with small teeth that fits perfectly in the hand 
Answer: This is a vintage cheese grater.
A strange teardrop-shaped thing. It's quite heavy. The wheels of the black thing are spinning. What is this? 
Answer: This is a weight for a special sports hoop.
Mysterious spoon with top. What is this? 
Answer: A spoon for taking medicine or liquid food. It is half closed to prevent liquid from spilling out as it is poured into the mouth through the hole at the end.
Woven bamboo found in an antique store 
Answer: This is a holder for chopsticks that are intended for eating.
A heavy metal object consisting of wire and rings 
Answer: This is a giant lamp.
A funny metal thing on four legs 
Answer: This is a gas heater from the 1930s.
A yellow metal tool with a round ring in the middle and strange tips 
Answer: This is a tool for body repair.
Strange figures in the shape of elephants with numbers painted on them. Fits easily in your hand 
Answer: These are cute markers for a card game that indicate the player's serial number.
A funny bag with an unusual shape. What is it for? 
Answer: This is a hat cover.
It looks like a small nesting doll, but inside there is only a wooden spiral. Very light 
Answer: This is a special device for storing threads and needles.
Why are additional compartments needed on this excerpt? 
Answer: In fact, these are not compartments, but additional caps for already opened bottles. They are necessary to close the bottle if necessary.
Mysterious set of black and brown balls 
Answer: This is a set for playing bocce, an Italian precision sports game. It is played on the ground or on asphalt courts.
Something beautiful, but completely incomprehensible. The handle is comfortable 
Answer: Indian fabric stamp. It is designed for creating patterns.
