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Antique c1940 African Ebony Wood Tribal Letter Opener

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Antique c1940 African Ebony Wood Tribal Letter Opener

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Antique African Ebony Wood Tribal Letter Opener 9"
Dimensions: 9.00 inches*
Weight: .25 lbs*
* (estimate/approximately)

Condition

Very good see images

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Antique c1940 African Ebony Wood Tribal Letter Opener

Name: Antique c1940 African Ebony Wood Tribal Letter Opener
SKU: 43860194
Price: 625 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $625 - $875

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