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American Star High Wheel Bicycle by H.B. Smith Machine

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American Star High Wheel Bicycle by H.B. Smith Machine

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American Star High Wheel Bicycle by H.B. Smith Machine Co.

American, late 19th century. A high wheel bicycle with large rear wheel made by the H. B. Smith Machine Company of Smithville, New Jersey, unmarked. Bicycle has original adjustable pig skin seat, wooden handles, steel and bronze frame, and levers rather than pedals; oah. 55, wd. 66, larger wheel dia. 48.5 in.

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American Star High Wheel Bicycle by H.B. Smith Machine

Name: American Star High Wheel Bicycle by H.B. Smith Machine
SKU: 29476425
Price: 5750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $2,000

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