TOM THUMB AND WIFE 1863 WEDDING PHOTO AS STANHOPE IN IVORY FORK.
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$86.25 (Includes 15% Buyer's Premium)
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Thursday, March 21, 2013 1:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Thursday, March 21, 2013 1:00:00 PM)
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Auction:
Auction #208 - Part II
Item numbers 1278 through 3040 in auction 208
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Item Description
4.75" tall two-pronged fork that appears to be made of ivory accented with painted decorations including a floral design at center. Top has 1/16" hole and when viewed to light is a crisp, clear image of the photo taken by Matthew Brady of the wedding couple as they appeared on the February 21, 1863 cover of Harper's Weekly magazine. Scattered tiny rub marks on the paint but otherwise Exc. See Mr. & Mrs. Tom Thumb item in the next lot.
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