THE WIZARD OF OZ EARLY & RARE 1903 JEWELRY BOX.
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Winning Bid:
$2,499.24
(Includes 18% Buyer's Premium)
Bidding Ended:
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 9:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Wednesday, July 31, 2024 9:00:00 PM)
Item Description
2.25x3-3/8x2.5" tall (to top of Cowardly Lion figural lid handle) die-cast hinged-lid jewelry box w/gilt finish. Among the first Oz novelties, these jewelry boxes were presented to female patrons of the 100th performance of The Wizard Of Oz musical, which opened at New York City's Majestic Theatre on Jan. 21, 1903. Produced by Fred Hamlin w/music by Paul Tietjens, the cast featured David Montgomery, Fred Stone, Anna Laughlin, Arthur Hill, Bessie Wynn and Grace Kimball. Underside of box has raised "Majestic Theatre - 100th Performance - Wizard Of Oz - Wednesday April 15, 1903" text and features "JB 827" maker's mark. This musical was the longest-running show of the decade, w/293 performances. We have found evidence via the example in the Library of Congress that these boxes were lined w/red velvet, but this example features a pink fabric lining bordered by matching braid. Underside of lid remains bare. Lid and raised portions of main sides have darkened slightly w/age but underside of lid and underside of box retain much bright luster. Undersides of feet and raised edges/corners shows some wear. Small 1/8" fatigue crack to lid by one hinge, but still Fine overall. Rare and just the fourth example of this jewelry box we have offered in our 57 years, our last example selling for $3,050 in 2019. An outstanding Oz rarity.
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