Lot 2 Vintage Bar Stoppers: Chrome T-Handle Italy & Expandable Lever Japan

Collectible Vintage International Bar Stopper Duo (Made in Italy & Japan) This unique lot features two highly functional and collectible vintage bottle stoppers, perfect for the enthusiast of international barware and accessories. Both pieces represent classic designs from their respective countries of origin. 1. Chrome T-Handle Stopper (Made in Italy): Origin: Clearly marked Made in Italy (visible on the red/orange/white base). Design: This is an expandable stopper, often called a Lever Stopper or Mechanical Stopper. When the top handle is pressed or turned, the rubberized base expands to create an airtight seal inside the bottle neck. Seal: Features a combination of reddish-orange rubber and a white inner seal for superior preservation. Use: Ideal for preserving open bottles of wine, champagne, or liqueurs. 2. Retro Chrome T-Handle Stopper (Made in Japan): Origin: Clearly marked Made in Japan (visible on the black base). Design: A sleek, conical-shaped stopper made of polished chrome-plated metal with a tiered black rubber ring. This is a classic T-Handle Decanter Stopper style. Style: Clean, functional, and very reminiscent of the Mid-Century Modern (MCM) aesthetic popular in Japanese imports of the 1960s-1970s. Use: Perfect for liquor, oil, or decorative bottles. This set is a must-have for collectors of Vintage Barware, emphasizing the popular MCM era of imported goods from Italy and Japan.