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Description:
Engraved Presentation "Peace Treaty Paper-Weight," c. 1915, according to the inscription, this paperweight was made from the scabbard of a sword used for Plowshare, and was given to Cary Bok by the Honorable William Jennings Bryan, the United States Secretary of State, in May, 1915, lg. 6 1/4 in.
Estimate $100-150
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Keywords
Cary BokStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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