Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly | January 29, 2026
Thu, Jan 29, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 29
North Carolina Tooled Leather Key Basket with Key Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Sold for
$3,250
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
mid 19th century, green fabric lined interior, metal fixtures to bases of handle application, together with a note from a previous owner reading "Grand Mother Bullock's Key Basket/made in 1850/Mrs. W. G. Waltz" and verso "Made by one of Hugh McAden's sons for Henrietta Fleming. H. McA. owned and operated a Tan yard at old Oak Hill, Granville Co. The business specialized in fine leathers. Cousin Fannie told me this - KBR.", 6 x 6-1/2 x 3-1/4 in.; together with 40 keys, five winders, and wrought iron belthook keychain
Provenance: Leland Little, Hillsborough, North Carolina, Fine & Decorative Arts Auction, December 4, 2010, lot 314; Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina
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Leland Little, Hillsborough, North Carolina, Fine & Decorative Arts Auction, December 4, 2010, lot 314; Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina
wear commensurate with age and use, loss to interior fabric lining, some loss to stitching at two corners, some cracking and tears to bases of handle； keys with wear commensurate with age and use Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
