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Lot 203

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Friday 16th July 2021

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Description

19th Century American/British carved coconut, with the American eagle to one side with wings spread wide USA above, the opposing side with the Royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom, with the original lid and stand, 17cm high Richard Miller Collection May 21st 2021

Sold For

£50.00

Category

Works of Art

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