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Original Design Plaque
I am looking for an outlet for my original handmade ceramic plaques?
I design and make ceramic house name and number plaques. I have an ebay shop but would like other outlets. Can anyone suggest anywhere or if you can help let me know and I will send some photos
if your buisiness is booming, you could even make your own websites. it only costs about 10.00 a month and its a good way to get business. After a while you could search at a local mall for vacant stores and sell your pottery there.
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Napoleon Bonaparte Commemorative Plaque $24.95 Celebrate a superb portrait of one of the greatest military commanders in history with this direct replica of a 1869 memorial 100 year birth plaque to Napoleon I, Emperor of France. Cast of iron and finished in bronze to capture all the nuances of the original, this high-quality work of foundry art hangs easily from an integrated iron loop. A wonderful gift to those who admire history, art or French collectibles. 7½"dia. 2 lbs. |
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Dragon Welcome Wall Plaque $24.95 Guests get a gracious Gothic welcome when our fiery, Medieval dragon wraps his majestic wings around our over foot-long welcome plaque! Our Design Toscano exclusive, embellished with traditional Celtic knot work, is cast in quality designer resin, then made even more distinctive by a striking ebony finish for proud display on home or garden wall. 14½"Wx2"Dx7"H. 2 lbs. |
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UNWelcomeD Gargoyle Plaque $19.95 He doesn't care HOW the word is spelled, but all guests are decidedly " UN Welcome D " since this gargoyle decided to scratch his spiky claws into this tongue-in-cheek plaque! Though Manchester created this clever, bas-relief designer resin "Welcome" for his own English country home, we've finally convinced him to share it exclusively with us. 10"Wx3"Dx12½"H. 2 lbs. |
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Braveheart - the Sword of William Wallace $395 Freedom! This is the Officially Licensed Braveheart Sword as seen on the big screen. Working directly with the Simon Atherton, the master armorer from the original Braveheart production, the famed metalsmiths at Windlass Steelcrafts have expertly reproduced - in every detail! - the famous sword of William Wallace as carried by Mel Gibson. This impressive broadsword is hand-forged of high carbon steel, fully tempered with a full tang (just as the original was and just as it would have been made during the time of William Wallace) to further add to the realism. Authentic materials also include the custom hardwood grip and hand-applied, oil-tanned leather wrap. Nothing has been left out - you own the exact version as was carried on-set. Includes full-color wood display plaque, certificate of authenticity, and even the same exact, custom-made, wool tartan strip tied to the handle as is seen in the film. This famous and exacting replica is a must for any movie or history aficionado. Overall: 61" Blade: 47½"Lx2"W. 3/16" thick. 4 lbs./14 oz. |
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Abbondanza: Cucina Sculptural Wall Plaque $19.95 You're sure to enjoy this proclamation exclaimed in Italy and beyond! Our Toscano-exclusive, grape-laden, scrolled wall plaque is cast in quality designer resin and hand-painted as a perfect gift for yourself or someone who shares your love of life and food. Approx. 14½"Wx3"Dx5½"H. 1 lb. |
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The Childrens Guardian Angel Wall Plaque $79.95 Adopt your very own guardian angel with this amazingly sculpted, high-relief wall plaque created exclusively for Toscano! From the young children crossing the footbridge to their guardian hovering nearby, each exquisite detail in this over-two-foot-high work of art is painstakingly sculpted and cast inquality designer resin. |
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Name Your Poison Wall Plaque $14.95 We admired the clever plaque artist Manchester crafted for his own home bar so much that we convinced him to share it with us! Like Liam s feisty dragon, you can get right to the point with his tongue-in-cheek bartender. Our Toscano exclusive is cast in quality designer resin. |
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The Witch's Midnight Ride Wall Plaque $29.95 "Get witchy" with this provocatively beckoning, redheaded miss inspired by a 1920s' advertisement! Our finely hand-painted, quality designer resin wall piece depicts the pure joy of a ride across the full moon after hours. With black cape and pointed hat, this foot-wide, bas-relief wall plaque is another unique Toscano exclusive! 13"Wx2"Dx13"H. 3 lbs. |
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Roswell The Alien Plaque $35 We're going extra-terrestrial with this imaginative alien ready to crash-land on your wall, ceiling or garden! Creatively sculpted, then cast in quality designer resin and hand-painted exclusively for Design Toscano, Roswell arrives in three pieces so you can position him exactly where he'll be most appreciated by UFO fans. Your visitors are sure to appreciate your otherworldly decor and style! 13"Wx3"Dx10"H.4 lbs. |
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Abbondanza: Buon Appetito Sculptural Wall Plaque $19.95 You're sure to enjoy this proclamation exclaimed in Italy and beyond! Our Toscano-exclusive, grape-laden, scrolled wall plaque is cast in quality designer resin and hand-painted as a perfect gift for yourself or someone who shares your love of life and food. Approx. 14½"Wx3"Dx5½"H. 1 lb. |
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Egyptian Infinity Cobra Twins Wall Plaque $79.95 From the Egyptian cult of the cobra, this regal wall plaque echoes the traditions of the mystic temples with a legendary symbol ready to honor ancient gods from your wall. Exquisitely sculpted with scales and fangs, then our Design Toscano exclusive is cast in quality designer resin, our cobras are finished with an antique gold hue to echo ancient dynasties. 14"Wx2½"Dx19"H. 5 lbs. |
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Horus Egyptian Wall Plaque $24.95 Carrying a large sun disc on his head and two ankhs atop his claws, Horus spreads his wings in this imperial work of wall art. Horus is hand-painted in a royal palette, accented in faux gold and cast in designer resin to add a regal presence to any room. 15½"Wx1"Dx13½"H. 1 lb. |
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Hell's Kitchen Sculptural Dragon Wall Plaque $14.95 Whether you re commenting on your cooking technique or your fiery attitude, you ll be proud to hang artist Liam Manchester s clever wall plaque in your home or outdoor grill area. Donning a traditional chef s hat, our Toscano-exclusive dragon is cast in quality designer resin. 7"Wx3"Dx8"H. 1 lb. |
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Beware of Gargoyles Garden Plaque with Stake $17.5 Let friends and enemies know your gargoyles mean business with this whimsical sign meant to stave off trouble and welcome smiles. Cast in designer resin, our Design Toscano-exclusive features a stake for garden display or a recessed bracket for optional wall hanging. Another quality Design Toscano gargen gargoyle wall sculpture! 7"Wx1"Dx7"H. (43"H. with stake) 1 lb. |
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Trout Address Plaque Plaque $62.96 Trout Address Plaque No cottage or dock would be complete without Trout Address Plaque. The fly rod, fly, and fish invite your guests to drop everything and come fishing. Since 1983 George Carruth has been creating wonderful cast images in stone from completely original designs carved from limestone and clay. Features: . Crafted from hand cast stone . Made in the USA Item Specifications: Dimensions: 12.75" W x 8" H x 2"D Weight: 11 lbs. Personalization: Line 1: Holds 1 Line up to 15 Characters (Including Spaces) George Carruth Original Design! Since 1983 George Carruth has been creating wonderful cast images in stone from completely original designs carved from limestone and clay. A cat birdbath, frog rain gauge and dog thermometer are but a few of the outdoor garden statues and sculptures created at Carruth Studio. It all began over 25 years ago with one-of-a-kind garden statues and sculptures, hand carved from stones, cast off from local quarries. Turning rough quarry stones into garden sculptures became the passion of George Carruth over two decades ago. |
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La Dolce Vita Wall Plaque $24.95 This "attitude toward life" is artistically sculpted in three dimensions and adorned with lush grapevines. Cast in quality designer resin and hand-painted in rich colors, it is ready to take its place on the wall of your wine cellar or wherever friends gather to share tales. Proclaim "La Dolce Vita" (The Sweet Life) in your own home or as an enthusiastic gift! See Additional Views for set details. 22"Wx4"Dx8"H. 2 lbs. |
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The Egyptian Temple Thoth Stele Plaque $29.95 Bold relief, intricate detail, and brillant colors recreate the extraordinary artistry of ancient scribes. This carved tablet, called a stele, offers one of the most intriguing and colorful examples of Egyptian art and is replicated in hand painted cold cast resin. cast resin. The scaled fragment features Thoth," the lunar god of knowledge, writing, and scribes. See Additional Views for set details. 9½"Wx4"H. 2 lbs. |
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Raphaelian Angels Garden Ground Stake and Wall Plaque $19.95 Raphael's angels explain why gardening is the most popular pastime in the world - because "One is nearer to God's heart in a garden than anywhere else on earth!" This delightful angel wall sculpture tells the gardener's secret when planted in a colorful flower bed or along a garden path. Our Design Toscano-exclusive cherub wall statue is cast in stone-finished, quality designer resin as worthy of a spiritual place of honor as any Italian putti. Features a stake for garden insertion as well as a recessed bracket for wall hanging. Another quality Toscano garden angel wall statue! 8"Wx8½"H. ( 44½"H with stake) 2 lbs. |
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The Egyptian Temple Horus Stele Wall Plaque $29.95 Bold relief, intricate detail, and brillant colors recreate the extraordinary artistry of ancient scribes. This carved tablet, called a stele, offers one of the most intriguing and colorful examples of Egyptian art and is replicated in hand painted cold cast resin. The scaled fragment features "Horus," the god of sky, light, and goodness. See Additional Views for set details. 9½"Wx4"H. 2 lbs. |
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What Does Functional Swords Mean?
I have been selling swords and knives for the past seven years on my site Brothersmith-Swords.com and Brothersmith-Knives.com, doing research and answering questions on the different types of swords and their uses. I’ve lived for six years in Europe and seven in the Orient seen and held swords that are easier dated in centuries rather than years.
Functional Swords like the ones listed on Brothersmith-Swords.com's Functional Swords page are made to be used and to keep an edge. However, to really answer this question you have to explain the three kinds of swords people sell. The first is a Decorative Sword. These are swords made to decorate and for display only. They are very elaborate and are sometimes heavy replicas of historical, fantasy and movie swords. They often come with a sword plaque or stand for their display in the home or office. The blades are made of stainless steel and are generally highly polished. They look really good but are not designed or made for use. The second is a Costume Sword. While they have many of the same characteristics of a decorative sword, they are generally lighter and come with a sheath or some means of wearing the sword with a costume. The last is the Functional Sword.
So What's The Difference?
To keep it simple, quality is the thing that makes a functional or battle ready sword different. The quality of the materials, design and workmanship all play a part in a good functional sword. The materials are very important. High carbon steel is generally used to make the blades and other more durable materials are used for the guard, pommel and grips. High carbon steel is much harder. This type of steel is better suited for keeping an edge and less likely to break upon contact. The quality of the materials use in the guard, pommel and grip are of equal importance. A great high carbon steel blade with a pot metal or inferior guard and grip is a wall hanger.
Some people say the original design of a sword is the best. I agree. Swords were originally made for combat at the time they were designed and forged. Some like the samurai sword were designed to cut while others like the medieval claymore and long sword were made to bash and stab. The major design element is the tang. The tang is the part of the sword that attaches the blade to the guard, grip and pommel. Some decorative and costume swords use a rat-tail design. The blade is welded to the tang and not very durable. The best functional design is a full tang. Here the blade and tang are on piece of metal and less likely to break.
Workmanship may well be the most important. There are two basic ways to make a sword. They are machined and hand forged. The machined sword is almost entirely forged by a machine while the hand forged is done by a human. Purest say hand forged is the only way. However, I've seen many machined forged swords I feel more comfortable with. The key is micro-fractures. During the forging process sometime small fractures are left inside the sword. The more fractures there are the more likely the sword can break. There are many carbon steel swords not advertised as functional because of inconsistency. One sword might be great the next might not hold up. You take your chances when you buy these swords for use. One last note on design, a practical sword is made for stage plays and reenactments where safety is the key. Practical swords have rounded or dull edges and points.
Functional swords can cost much more than decorative or costume swords. Prices can run from less than $ 100.00 for an entry level sword to thousands for a made to order sword. Prices are also based on the degree of functionality. An entry level sword can cost from under $ 100 to $ 200. These are light duty swords which are great for a beginner. A medium duty sword or battle ready sword can cost up to $ 1000 and are usually used in reenactments and plays. Heavy duty swords can cost thousands. They can be used for any purpose but are better suited for extended use as in a nightly stage combat plays. After being in the US Army for 21 year, I can tell you anything can be broken. No matter how well a sword is made abuse, neglect and improper use will damage or break any sword. I'm not talking about small dings in the sharp edges. Some carbon steels are so hard it’s almost impossible to sharpen them. Most swords are forged so the edges are softer and can be sharpened. Please consult a qualified fight director on the proper use and quality of weapons needed for heavy use in stage plays.
I hope this helps to explain the term Functional Swords. One rule to use in selecting a sword is safety first. You are buying a weapon and get what you pay for, price should always be second.
About the Author
The author is a retired Master Sergeant, US Army and owns and operates a web store that sells replicas of weapons. See Brothersmith-Swords.com for examples of functional swords and more information.
