08-14-200508-14-2005
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBolton MA
2282
August 14, 2005 10:00 AMCalender
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Three Tin Travel Lighting Devices

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$147$125
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2282Location: BoltonDate / Time: August 14, 2005 10:00AM

Description:

Three Tin Travel Lighting Devices, America, 19th century, one a small hogscraper-form candlestick with dish-form base, one an oblong matchsafe/candleholder with sliding compartment, with a striker on one end, covered with red imitation leather, the interior with embossed maker's name "SPECIALTY SERVICE CORP. DES MOINES, IOWA PAT. PENDING.," the third is a small tin hinged tube which opens to a candle holder which also swivels on the hinge, marked "PATENT" on one end, (wear),lg. 1 1/2, 2 5/8, 2 1/2 in.
Estimate $200-250

Keywords

SPECIALTY SERVICE CORP., IOWA PAT, embossed maker, SPECIALTY SERVICE CORP, DES MOINES