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Unger Bros. and Other Sterling Silver Match Safes

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Unger Bros. and Other Sterling Silver Match Safes

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English and American, 19th-20th century. A group of sterling silver match safes, ten in total, by varying makers including Gorham and an Art Nouveau Unger Bros. example; largest 2.75 x 1.5 in., silver wt. 8.25ozt (256.5g).

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Unger Bros. and Other Sterling Silver Match Safes

Name: Unger Bros. and Other Sterling Silver Match Safes
SKU: 55541244
Price: 600 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $700

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Starting Price $250

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