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Six Civil War Era Match Containers, as follows:... (Total: 6 Items)
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Description
Six Civil War Era Match Containers, as follows:(1) Matchbox, 1.5" x 2.5", paper wraps, complete with matches. Fine condition.
(2) Elegant japanned tin match safe, 4.5" x 1.75" x 1", with hinged lid having small german silver plate (not engraved). Matches included. A few light scuffs, else very fine condition.
(3) Lidded thermoplastic match safe, 2.5" high. Excellent condition.
(4) Brass match safe, 2.75" high, with engraved eagle on one side, striking surface on underside. Includes matches. Very fine condition.
(5) Brass match safe, 2.5" x 1.5", cast striking surfaces on both sides, individual match slots within, shield on case reads "Smiths Patent Jan. 17 1860". Nice patina. Very fine condition.
(6) Lidded oval silver-plate match box, 3.25" x 2.5", engraved on lid with an American sloop under sail, more recent manuscript label under lid identifies it to one David O. Wood (1848 - 1892). Some light dents, trivial pitting in places. Good condition.
Auction Info
2008 November Signature Civil War Auction #6015 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
November, 2008
20th-21st
Thursday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 4
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