Lot 0496

Talking Skull. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer ca. 1930.

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Talking Skull. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer ca. 1930.

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Talking Skull. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer, ca. 1930. Composition skull raps out answers to questions, clicking its jaw once for “yes” and twice for “no.” Lower mandible likely recast; in need of repainting. In a padded wooden case.

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Talking Skull. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer ca. 1930.

Name: Talking Skull. Los Angeles: F.G. Thayer ca. 1930.
SKU: 83545474
Price: 900 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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