$861
Set of Miniature Incised Patriotic Bone Playing Cards in a Box, early 20th century, the Aces with Uncle Sam, the Kings with crossed flags, the Queens with the Confederate flag, and the Jacks with the American flag, box 4 1/4 x 2 1/2, each "card" 1 1/4 x 3/4 in. Estimate $400-600 51 number and face cards and two jokers, missing the King of Spades. The box has a full length crack in the lid and in the bottom. The cards themselves are in great shape, with only very minor fading and wear to the pigments on a couple of them. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-28
