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Lot 3131

Foster and Bailey Gold Plate Coin and Cosmetics Case

Estimate: $400 - $600
Starting Bid
$200

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Foster and Bailey Gold Plate Cosmetics Case, with chain on loop, and turquoise inset button release. Cover engraved "MCH." Marked F and B to interior, rim, to one side, dime and nickel dispensers, and voided area; to the other side, a mirror. Circa 1900.

{Approximate dimensions not including chain:  3 5/8" high x 2 5/8" wide x 9/16" deep.}.
 

Signs of wear and use, including scratches, shallow dents, minuscule nicks to edges, pitting, patina. Light desilvering to mirror along sides.

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