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Explore our curated collection of Victorian/Vintage pieces from these remarkable periods
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Our Purpose: Giving the Past a Future
At Madshovelman, we don't just sell vintage treasures – we rescue stories.
We believe that every Victorian bottle, weathered trinket, or timeworn relic holds a history worth preserving. Our passion is connecting people with one-of-a-kind pieces that add depth, soul, and timeless charm to today's spaces.
Each item is ethically sourced, thoughtfully cleaned, and carefully packed – because we treat the past with the respect it deserves. Sustainability isn't a trend to us; it's a responsibility. By reviving and rehoming forgotten finds, we keep history alive – one beautiful piece at a time.
Latest Treasures
Our newest arrivals - discover the latest vintage items added to our collection
ALMOND SHAVING LID & BASE
ARMY & NAVY ALMOND SHAVING CREAM LID AND BASE BROWN PRINT IN GOOD CONDITION
VICTORIAN AMBER FAIRY LIGHT
A NICE AMBER FAIRY LIGHT LOOKS LOVELY WITH A CANDLE INSIDE HAS A SMALL CHIP ON THE TOP
BOOTS LID AND BASE
CHERRY TOOTH PASTE LID AND BASE IN GOOD CONDITION
LARGE FRUIT GROWERS JAR
DATE 1890'S A NICE AQUA PRRESERVE JAR IN GOOD CONDITION
MELLINS INFANT FOOD JAR
DATE 1890'S MELLINS INFANT FOOD LONDON IN GOOD CONDITION
BLUE CASTOR OIL BOTTLE
DATE 1890'S A NICE BLUE CASTOR OIL BOTTLE IN GOOD CONDITION
2LB 1890'S KEILLER POT
JAMES KEILLER & SONS DUNDEE MARMALADE POT HAS A GLAZE LINE DIRT MARK ON THE INSIDE AND A SMALL FLAKE CHIP
3 VICTORIAN IRONSTONE POT LIDS
3 IRONSTONE PLAIN POT LIDS IN GOOD CONDITION
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Timeless Treasures, Thoughtfully Curated
Discover rare and remarkable pieces with stories worth sharing — perfect for those who have everything except this.
Handled with Care, Delivered with Confidence
Each item is professionally packed and shipped with precision, so your vintage gem arrives just as stunning as when it left.
Vintage Experts, At Your Service
We don't just sell vintage — we live it. Count on genuine advice from people who know and love the charm of the past.
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Excellent seller of authentic antique advertising pottery…
Excellent seller of authentic antique advertising pots that are being dug up from dumpsites dating back to the late 1800's. Best pricing I have found for both large and small purchases. I've been buying consistently from Madshovelman for over 6 years.
Love everything about Madshovelman
I have been a customer of Madshovelman for a short while now, but I am so impressed with the service, quality, selection and everything about this business. Their selection of authentic advertising products is amazing.
Great communication
Great communication, fair prices and quick shipping. Everything arrived safe and sound and I love it all!
Outstanding service!
Outstanding service! Lovely quality items, superbly well packaged and with lightning-fast shipping, would highly recommend to all, thank you!
Have literally bought thousands of…
Have literally bought thousands of antique bottles from Mad Shovel Man. Fast, friendly, and fair people to deal with in every way. Highly recommend.
Amazing business
Amazing business! Always delivers packages very well packed and in a very timely manner! Wonderful people and first rate customer service! I continue to order more and more.
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