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Folk Carved Burlwod Snuff Box
4/12/2014 - Americana: Live Salesroom Auction
American, 19th century. A folk carved burlwood snuff box, having a hinged lid and a single compartment interior; lg. 3 in.

Provenance:  
From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan

Condition:  
Some chips to edges of lid.
Sold: $270.00
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