Artifacts

Artifacts carry various meanings depending upon the streams we’re looking upon. For example, for museums, it might just appear to be an object but for archeologists, they are pieces of history, whereas for the art world it is a piece of art. You can view artifacts in any of these above-mentioned ways, however, they all have one thing in common and that is the history and significance of various cultures. Artifacts are objects such as ceramics, clothing, glassware created by human beings. For experts of history, artifacts act as a way of storytelling of the past. Many ancient civilizations didn’t have written history so historians have realized things about the past by excavating artifacts and identifying the ways of living people. These vintage and antique items are especially important as they are also a form of expression and art. Various artists, create artifacts to signify some cultures and their importance. It is said that when people were buried in Egypt they were buried with things that would help them live a good afterlife. These items have helped scholars find out how life was hundreds and thousands of years ago. Such incredible Artifacts on sale and artifacts at auction can be found at Bidsquare. At Bidsquare’s multiple online auctions, the artifacts range from the ancient ones to the modern artists’ created forms. Visit, Bidsquare to view incredible vintage and antique artifacts on sale to enhance your collection.

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  • Yates Stoneware Jar Salvaged from the Confederate Blockade Runner Georgiana
    Estimate
    $100 - $300

    Yates Stoneware Jar Salvaged from the Confederate Blockade Runner Georgiana

    Est.
    $100 - $300
    Brunk Auctions
    3 Bids
    Current Bid
    $450
  • Assortment of Whaleman Made Whale Bone Artifacts, 19th Century
    Estimate
    $400 - $500

    Assortment of Whaleman Made Whale Bone Artifacts, 19th Century

    Est.
    $400 - $500
    Rafael Osona Auctions
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Large Antique Vintage faience Christ carrying cross plaque, Continental
    Price$375

    Large Antique Vintage faience Christ carrying cross plaque, Continental

    King Art & Antiques
    Buy Now Price
    $375
  • Antique The Mammoth Sky Blue Co. Grandma's Bluing Bag Display Box
    Estimate
    $100 - $10,000

    Antique The Mammoth Sky Blue Co. Grandma's Bluing Bag Display Box

    Est.
    $100 - $10,000
    Mebane Antique Auction Gall...
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • Group of Three Vintage Carved Black Forest Artifacts
    Estimate
    $400 - $600

    Group of Three Vintage Carved Black Forest Artifacts

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Mixed Lot of Sterling Silver Artifacts, Approximately 12.5 Troy Ounces
    Estimate
    $400 - $600

    Mixed Lot of Sterling Silver Artifacts, Approximately 12.5 Troy Ounces

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • New York Insane Asylum Lock – Antique Collectible – Property of New York Insane Asylum Lock

    New York Insane Asylum Lock – Antique Collectible – Property of New York Insane Asylum Lock

  • Rare Viking Double-Headed Battle Axe - 900-1100 AD - Massive Axehead

    Rare Viking Double-Headed Battle Axe - 900-1100 AD - Massive Axehead

  • DONT MISS DAY 2 - THE WORLD WARS - TOMORROW JULY 19TH

    DONT MISS DAY 2 - THE WORLD WARS - TOMORROW JULY 19TH

  • 800-900 AD Viking Tanged Iron Arrowhead

    800-900 AD Viking Tanged Iron Arrowhead

  • Medieval or Late Roman Iron Flint Striker, Rare Design

    Medieval or Late Roman Iron Flint Striker, Rare Design

  • Native American Plains Flintlock Pistol with Original Hide Wrapping

    Native American Plains Flintlock Pistol with Original Hide Wrapping

  • DONT MISS DAY 2 - THE WORLD WARS - TOMORROW MARCH 1ST

    DONT MISS DAY 2 - THE WORLD WARS - TOMORROW MARCH 1ST

  • Rare 18th/19th C. Iron Leg Irons & Handcuffs with Original Lock, Early Americana Relic

    Rare 18th/19th C. Iron Leg Irons & Handcuffs with Original Lock, Early Americana Relic

  • Ancient Roman Mainz-Type Gladius River Find, Early Imperial Period 27 BC-AD 284

    Ancient Roman Mainz-Type Gladius River Find, Early Imperial Period 27 BC-AD 284

  • Massive French Medieval Halberd or Executioner's Axe 16th to 17th Century

    Massive French Medieval Halberd or Executioner's Axe 16th to 17th Century

  • 18th-19th Century Antique Leg or Hand Cuffs with Lock, Justice System Relic - Museum Provenance

    18th-19th Century Antique Leg or Hand Cuffs with Lock, Justice System Relic - Museum Provenance

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    Thank you for Joining Us!

  • Ancient Scythian Iron Alloy Akinakes Dagger, Rare Form, One-Piece Construct, 5th Century B.C.

    Ancient Scythian Iron Alloy Akinakes Dagger, Rare Form, One-Piece Construct, 5th Century B.C.

  • Infamous Death Row Lock with Keys, No. 49 from San Quentin - Antique Collectible

    Infamous Death Row Lock with Keys, No. 49 from San Quentin - Antique Collectible

  • Ancient Luristan Bronze Spike-Butted Axe Head, ca. 1200-800 BCE

    Ancient Luristan Bronze Spike-Butted Axe Head, ca. 1200-800 BCE

  • American Revolution Infantry Model 1775 Navy Arsenal Sword from the Kingdom of Sardignia and Savoy with Inscription on Blade

    American Revolution Infantry Model 1775 Navy Arsenal Sword from the Kingdom of Sardignia and Savoy with Inscription on Blade

  • American Revolutionary War Pike with Greek-Style Spear Head, Fort Ticonderoga Provenance

    American Revolutionary War Pike with Greek-Style Spear Head, Fort Ticonderoga Provenance

  • American Revolutionary War Era Powder Horn Dated 1764, Possible Isaac Hayne Association

    American Revolutionary War Era Powder Horn Dated 1764, Possible Isaac Hayne Association

  • Scandinavian Viking Warrior Bearded Battle Axe Head Est. 1000 AD Excavated

    Scandinavian Viking Warrior Bearded Battle Axe Head Est. 1000 AD Excavated

  • Small American Indian Peace Pipe Axe, Frontier Pipe Tomahawk Form

    Small American Indian Peace Pipe Axe, Frontier Pipe Tomahawk Form

  • American Revolutionary War Baltimore Silver Hilt Eagle Head Sword from W. Guthman Collection

    American Revolutionary War Baltimore Silver Hilt Eagle Head Sword from W. Guthman Collection

  • American Plains Indian Beaver Tail Brass Tacked Dagger Blackfeet Tribe circa 1850

    American Plains Indian Beaver Tail Brass Tacked Dagger Blackfeet Tribe circa 1850

  • American Revolutionary War Period 18th Century Italian Large Socket Bayonet Dagger with Exquisite Chiseled and Pierced Steel

    American Revolutionary War Period 18th Century Italian Large Socket Bayonet Dagger with Exquisite Chiseled and Pierced Steel

  • Native American Peace Pipe Trade Tomahawk with Gun Barrel Pipe Bowl & Beaded Fringe Drop

    Native American Peace Pipe Trade Tomahawk with Gun Barrel Pipe Bowl & Beaded Fringe Drop

  • Revolutionary War American-Made Sword with French Shell Guard & Basket Hilt

    Revolutionary War American-Made Sword with French Shell Guard & Basket Hilt

  • Vintage Railroad Brass Conductors Keyring w/ 9 Adlake Keys, 19/20th c Rare Antique Train Collectible

    Vintage Railroad Brass Conductors Keyring w/ 9 Adlake Keys, 19/20th c Rare Antique Train Collectible

  • Rare Viking Period Weapon Set c. 10th-12th C. AD, Ball Flail, Mace & Axe Display

    Rare Viking Period Weapon Set c. 10th-12th C. AD, Ball Flail, Mace & Axe Display

  • Ancient Roman Mainz-Type Gladius River Find, Early Imperial Period 27 BC-AD 284

    Ancient Roman Mainz-Type Gladius River Find, Early Imperial Period 27 BC-AD 284

  • Franco-Prussian War French Model 1877 Gras Sword Bayonet with Scabbard

    Franco-Prussian War French Model 1877 Gras Sword Bayonet with Scabbard

  • Ancient Luristan Bronze Socketed Spear Head 1800-1400 B.C., Hooked Tang

    Ancient Luristan Bronze Socketed Spear Head 1800-1400 B.C., Hooked Tang

  • Magnificent Spanish or Mexican Senior Officer Sword with Ancestral Gilt Hilt and Toledo Blade circa 1880

    Magnificent Spanish or Mexican Senior Officer Sword with Ancestral Gilt Hilt and Toledo Blade circa 1880

  • Rare American Revolutionary Era French Cuttoe Hunting Sword with Silver Mounts and Gold Inlaid Blade

    Rare American Revolutionary Era French Cuttoe Hunting Sword with Silver Mounts and Gold Inlaid Blade

  • Rare Zulu War Era 19th Century Iklwa / Assegai Stabbing Spear, 43.25 Inches

    Rare Zulu War Era 19th Century Iklwa / Assegai Stabbing Spear, 43.25 Inches

  • Rare Zulu War Era 19th Century Iklwa / Assegai Stabbing Spear, 29.25 Inches

    Rare Zulu War Era 19th Century Iklwa / Assegai Stabbing Spear, 29.25 Inches

  • Excavated Ancient Scythian Iron Alloy Akinakes Short Sword Dagger, 5th Century B.C.

    Excavated Ancient Scythian Iron Alloy Akinakes Short Sword Dagger, 5th Century B.C.

  • American Revolutionary War Era Belt Knife - Pike Spear Head with Original Cut-Down Wooden Shaft

    American Revolutionary War Era Belt Knife - Pike Spear Head with Original Cut-Down Wooden Shaft

  • English Civil War Sapper's Siege Helmet 1642-1651 A.D.

    English Civil War Sapper's Siege Helmet 1642-1651 A.D.