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ANNUAL HOLIDAY ESTATE AND COLLECTION AUCTION
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228 Northeast Seventh Avenue
Portland, OR 97232 
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COLLECTIBLE "FALLING BALL" CLOCK commemorating the circumnavigation of the globe by Sir Francis Drake by The Franklin Mint. Crafted of solid mahogany wall mount, the globe of sterling silver and hand-worked brass, the clock's movement by Thwaites & Reed of London having constant drive from the weight of the globe; the mechanism contained within the metal sphere.
Condition report303: Wooden mount shows some wear at edges; minor surface scratches; globe shows some light tarnishing; no other visible breaks, losses, or repairs. Was working in home- not currently running.
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