Sale 1259
New York
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23 - 24 July 2003
Price realised
USD 1,195
Estimate
This lot is offered without a reserve
A GEORGE III YEWWOOD TEA CADDY, late 18th century, of coffer form, the hinging top enclosing two compartments 6in. (15cm.) high, 8in. (20cm.) wide, 5in. (13cm.) deep
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