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Unger Brothers match safe / vesta, face of a lion

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Unger Brothers match safe / vesta, face of a lion

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Description

Unger Brothers
match safe / vesta depicting the face of a lion
Newark, New Jersey
sterling silver
stamped marks
1 1/2"w x 2 7/16"h

Provenance:
Property from the Collection of Governor Jim Thompson, Chicago, Illinois

Condition

Light surface scratches typical of age, use and polishing. Several dings to the backside. ~0.82 ozt.

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Unger Brothers match safe / vesta, face of a lion

Name: Unger Brothers match safe / vesta, face of a lion
SKU: 115092986
Price: 550 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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Starting Price $200

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