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Carved African Wooden Letter Openers Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 9" and 7" tall

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Carved African Wooden Letter Openers Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 9" and 7" tall

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Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 9" and 7" tall Condition: Very good vintage condition.

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Carved African Wooden Letter Openers Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 9" and 7" tall

Name: Carved African Wooden Letter Openers Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 9\" and 7\" tall
SKU: 160908397
Price: 12 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $10 - $45

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