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Carved Burl-cased Tape Measure, America, 19th century, the burl body holding a cloth tape measure with brass crank, with stacked carved heart, diamond, spade, and club decoration, and "JAC/F. 28/10," with whalebone mounts, lg. 5 1/2 in. Note: This item may be subject to state and federal laws related to marine animal products. Buyers are responsible for shipping. The property of Carolyn and Tom Porter Estimate $600-800 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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Date:
2019-11-03

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