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Tom Thumb-Owned Walking / Opera Cane.

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Tom Thumb-Owned Walking / Opera Cane. American, 1860s. Miniature Victorian-era walking stick with ornate gold-filled handle. Unmarked. Approximately 14 ¾" long. Very good.

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Tom Thumb-Owned Walking / Opera Cane.

Name: Tom Thumb-Owned Walking / Opera Cane.
SKU: 65804510
Price: 3800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $600

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