What makes these things so pricey?

I bought a big of 'goodies' at a sale.
In the bag were these items.
Now, I admit I do not know much about antiques,
but I'm slowly learning since I have the store.
What I do not understand is how any of these things
can be worth what is priced on them.

See the compasses in the top picture?

Now look at the prices!
That one compass in the back has $30 on it!!!
My word, is it made of gold???

And in the top picture, do you see that red piece with the car on it?
And that silver square with the design on it?

They must really be special.

I'm thinking that pin must be real silver for that price.

or this little metal piece.
maybe off a car??
$15.00???

This punch for a milk can is rather unusual.

And look at this.
It is an opener from the Fulton Park Dairy
in Hillsdale Oregon.

And look at how ornate the back is? Love it.

And here is a sweet sewing accessory.
Inside the little 'vial' is a place for needles.
The inside holds little rolls of thread,
and the thimble fits on top.
$9.50 for it.

OK, if there are nay experts on any of these things,
I'd sure like to understand what the deal is.

In the meantime, I guess I got a great deal
on a little bag of goodies, and they will
be a whole lot less in my little store.

OK, here, for your viewing pleasure:
Old Books


More to come on these oldies but very special books.

blessings
barbara jean