15 Forgotten Objects That Left People Stumped — Until the Truth Was Revealed

Blank spiral notebook – Artist’s sketchbook or idea pad.

    Tiny key in a novel – Likely for a locket, diary, or keepsake box.

    Hollow ceramic figurines – Hid potpourri, served as ashtrays, or secret banks.

    “Potato with holes” – A handmade ocarina (whistle flute).

    Logo-stamped tins – Held tobacco, candy, or sewing notions in the Depression era.

    Hand-crank gadget – A vintage egg beater.

    Glass vials with corks – Reused for home remedies or extracts.

    Bent wire hanger – DIY reach tool for lost socks or car locks.

    Clay submarine whistle – Child’s musical ocarina toy.

    Etched coins – Commemorative tokens from fairs or events.

    Grooved wooden dowel – Pastry roller or woodworking grip tool.

    Chalk in sewing kit – Tailor’s chalk for marking fabric.

    Rusted coil spring – From old mattresses or carriage seats.

    Iron hooks in attic – Hall-tree hooks for hats and cloaks.

    Wooden pegs in pouch – Dowels for traditional furniture joints.