Lot 2251

EARLY BAKELITE ELECTRIC PENCIL SHARPENER.

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EARLY BAKELITE ELECTRIC PENCIL SHARPENER.

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This is a very early bakelite electric pencil sharpener. The bakelite was made by the Burt M. Morris Company out of Los Angeles. It is in near mint condition, has an adjustable knob on the top for "Medium", "Fine" and "Extra Fine" sharpening. A very unusual pencil sharpener and a great desk item. Condition: (Excellent). Dimensions: 5 - 3/8" x 7 - 3/8" x 6 - 7/8".

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EARLY BAKELITE ELECTRIC PENCIL SHARPENER.

Name: EARLY BAKELITE ELECTRIC PENCIL SHARPENER.
SKU: 113615582
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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Starting Price $50

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