7. Seemingly Mystical Strange Objects

As it turns out, the answer to this corundum is not only not as exciting as the notions of a fairy tale but also potentially hazardous. One user explained that the purple smoke coming from the chimney actually happens when “rubbish” that contains high amounts of iodine is burnt.

8. Strange Objects Resemble Machines of the Past

This seemingly old machine is described by the OP as a “Black steel briefcase, with the motor.” They explained that the strange object had “some kind of infeed control” and an electrical connection. Next, they also estimate it weighs around 30 pounds. Interestingly, an old key cutter was a common answer. “Could be an old key cutter but don’t know for sure.” One commentor shared. While another agreed, “portable key-cutter. Yeah, I’m thinking that the bit at the top left is the bracket that holds the keys. It gets moved to the post at the bottom right.“

However, a tool that would help polish other tools was also suggested. “The spinning wheel is a polishing disk; the hole is for a stick of polishing compound. The tool rest in the upper left comes off and slides onto the post to the right of the wheel. The adjustment is a very fine adjustment for the angle of the wheel,” one user explained. Another thought the same, offering a more thorough explanation,“Agreed; the jig holding the carbide lathe bit definitely mounts onto the post to the right of the small spinning wheel and allows achieving the very precise combinations of angles needed to form the correct tool bit geometry.” They commented, explaining that the tool was probably from the 40s or 50s.

9. Spoons can be Strange Objects too

Although the OP had some say that this strange object was a spoon, they were puzzled about why it had a jagged edge. There were several suggested reasons like it’s a “cucumber server,” “berry spoon,” or “seafood spoon.” While the answers are seemingly divided, one thing is unanimous, it relates to food in some way. According to Ebay, it’s a Vintage Rogers & Hamilton Cucumber Server.

10. Mysterious and Practical

Someone else turned to Reddit’s expertise in search of an answer regarding this strange object owned by the OP’s grandmother. She shares that although her grandmother doesn’t know what it is, she does know “it’s older than her.” Apparently, the box was owned by the OP’s great-great-grandmother. Although she used it for dog food, someone thoughtfully commented the item is most likely a stock dispenser that was once used to store dry goods like coffee, beans, or grains. “Dog food? Sure, why not. I’d probably wash it out before you fill it with coffee, though.” They concluded in response to the OP’s question.

Unsurprisingly, the world is full of mysterious and strange objects. Luckily, Reddit is there to help us out.