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Sat, May 16, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Lot 1399

E. R. Jones Telescope Trade Sign

Estimate: $600 - $900

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American, possibly Boston, mid 19th century, polychrome and carved wood oversize telescope labeled "E.R. JONES TELESCOPES", with two attached hooks for hanging and partial chain, 53-1/4 in.˜Provenance: The Millie West Estate, Williamsburg, Virginia

Condition

several splits in wood with some infill, alligatoring and wear to paint decoration, replaced hooks, small repair where one hook was moved
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