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Continental Telegraph Company Double-Sided Porcelain Thermometer

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Continental Telegraph Company Double-Sided Porcelain Thermometer

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Lot F271 - Continental Telegraph Company Double-Sided Porcelain Thermometer
HIGHLIGHTS
Original*
Mfg. by: Enameled Steel Sign Co. Chicago
Dimensions (in):24x12x3
Location: Globe Lane
*A designation of “Original” means that this piece dates back to its original era of production, but is not indicative of overall condition

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Continental Telegraph Company Double-Sided Porcelain Thermometer

Name: Continental Telegraph Company Double-Sided Porcelain Thermometer
SKU: 154424084
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $100,000

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