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When it comes to the fall flavors we all love, it's hard to beat the sweet simplicity of apples. From fresh-picked apples eaten in the orchard to your grandma's classic apple pie, this humble fruit is an integral part of any autumn menu. Our apple love story is a long one, too. Welcome to your deep dive into the apple-themed antiques that celebrate this iconic fall fruit.

Let's start off with an antique that actually does its job just as well today as it did a century ago. The simple cast iron apple peeler is easy to find in any antique shop (selling for around $25 - $75 in good condition). It clamps on a table or counter, and then you turn a crank to rotate the apple so you can peel it smoothly and easily. 

Although they aren't as easy to find as your standard floral-painted china pieces, there's just something so perfectly pretty about apple designs on serving platters and other dinnerware. We love scouting for these online and in antique shops. They're kind of ideal for serving snacks when you have guests over during the fall months. Prices vary with the design and size, but you can get them starting at around $30.

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Old prints, lithographs, and etchings are super fun to collect, especially if you choose a theme. We think apples make a perfect choice. Frame several small antique apple prints and display them together when you're ready to embrace fall. They're great all year too. Prices vary, but you can find these starting at about $15.

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Old wooden fruit crates are basically the little black dress of primitive decor. They go with absolutely anything, and they even serve a purpose. These simple treasures are easy to find in antique stores and online, often selling for $30 - $150. Expect to spend more for details like square nails or special woods or patterns.

You can't beat the usefulness of kitchen canisters, and no one says you have to use the same ones all year long. We love the idea of swapping out your standard canisters for vintage apple-painted designs. They're so pretty and so practical at the same time. Finding a matched set is hard, but you can get single canisters for around $30.

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People have been writing agricultural books about growing apples for a long time, and some of these volumes are really interesting and pretty to look at. Stack one or two on your coffee table to browse during the fall months or create an autumn display with an apple book and a bowl of fruit. Prices vary, but these can sell for around $100.

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A little trinket box can be an adorable way to bring some autumn beauty to the top of your dresser or desk. Little apple-shaped boxes, often made of painted milk glass, aren't that hard to find or expensive (usually around $10 - $25). They're ideal for storing earrings, keys, change, and other things you don't want to misplace.

If you use a lot of twine to wrap gifts or secure parcels, a vintage apple string holder is a great way to dispense it without tangles. Often made of chalkware, these are shaped like apples and sometimes have elaborate designs of leaves or even worms. They're a fun addition to your kitchen or craft room, selling for about $25 - $35.

Collecting apple antiques can be a fun way to embrace the changing season. There are so many cool treasures out there to choose from that adding one or two each year can become a sort of seasonal tradition. Pour yourself a glass of cider, slice up an apple as a snack, and soak in the fall vibes of the ultimate decorating theme.