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One-Hand Production Box. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca.

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One-Hand Production Box. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca.

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One-Hand Production Box. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca. 1930s. A quantity of handkerchiefs is produced from the box a moment after it was shown empty. Finely stencil-painted scarab beetle design with metal fixtures. 6 ½ x 5 ½ x 3 ¾”. Very good.

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One-Hand Production Box. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca.

Name: One-Hand Production Box. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca.
SKU: 48853933
Price: 475 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $400

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Starting Price $150

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