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19th Century Chinese Export Letter Opener Shishi Animal

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19th Century Chinese Export Letter Opener Shishi Animal

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A Chinese Export letter open made with a hardwood handle and brass blade. It measures 13 inches in tall, and 5 inches long for the hardwood handle, in excellent condition. This lot costs $20 to ship within the US.

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19th Century Chinese Export Letter Opener Shishi Animal

Name: 19th Century Chinese Export Letter Opener Shishi Animal
SKU: 33655845
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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