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Pelican Beak Letter Opener

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DESCRIPTION: Letter opened fashioned from a pelican beak with a silver toned, spatulated, blade attached to the end.
CIRCA: 19th Century
ORIGIN: Continental
DIMENSIONS: W: 1.75" L: 21"

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CONDITION: Patinated throughout along with some mild scuffing and scratching. Minor deformation to the edge of the blade as well as a small chip to the tip. Two small chips to the topside of the beak. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

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Pelican Beak Letter Opener

Name: Pelican Beak Letter Opener
SKU: 143197496
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

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