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Hot Ball. Los Angeles, F.G. Thayer [?], ca. 1930.

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Hot Ball. Los Angeles, F.G. Thayer [?], ca. 1930.

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Hot Ball. Los Angeles, F.G. Thayer [?], ca. 1930. Small brass ball which heats up to scorching temperatures when placed in the hand of an unsuspecting victim. Stamped with a five-pointed star. 2” diameter. Very good.

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Hot Ball. Los Angeles, F.G. Thayer [?], ca. 1930.

Name: Hot Ball. Los Angeles, F.G. Thayer [?], ca. 1930.
SKU: 25739382
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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Starting Price $100

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