English: 15 finds with puzzling purposes

Many people stumble upon strange and enigmatic objects that can truly baffle even the most knowledgeable individuals. It's fortunate that now, with the assistance of the Internet, discovering the purpose of these items has become much simpler. Let's delve into some intriguing finds:

1. Solid metal object with rubber straps and chains: These are actually blinders, used to cover the eyes of bulls or horses.

   

2. Satin product with lining, ribbon ties, and a hole in the middle: Likely a handmade item that can be hung on a wooden hanger to prevent lightweight objects from slipping off.

   

3. Strange towel: It's a decorative hand towel meant to be hung on a stove handle.

   

4. Small silver object received as a pre-wedding gift: This is a miniature wedding vase, traditionally given to newlyweds, where each spout symbolizes the husband and wife.

   

5. Old wooden handle with leather part: A 1915 invention by Paul Riessmann, this tool was used by midwives to apply pressure on the abdominal aorta during severe bleeding after childbirth.

   

6. Metal device with a tube found in a hospital restroom: It's utilized for washing hospital supplies.

   

7. Wooden items with burlap-like material and leather straps: These are likely special snowshoes for dog sledding.

   

8. Ceramic piece with two small holes like an egg cup: A porcelain toothbrush holder.

   

9. Metal device with metal teeth and push mechanism for the kitchen: An attachment for canes to provide traction on slippery ground.

   

10. Ceramic “jar” with lid from under a sofa in a rented apartment: A vintage ceramic heating pad.

    

11. Discovery in a donation bin from a non-profit organization recycling glasses and hearing aids: Looks like an old hearing aid with a transistor in the tie clip connecting to the hearing aid cord.

    

12. Spoon-like item with metal plate and hole: A soup spoon designed for mustachioed gentlemen.

    

13. Mysterious article of clothing meant for posture: It is a posture fixator.

    

14. Two plastic hook-shaped tools with double forks: These are tools for tick removal from animals.

    

15. Brass object with screw-off chimney and holes in lid: Known as "marash," this Middle Eastern vessel is filled with rose water or non-volatile flavoring to welcome guests to rinse their hands and face.