Up for auction is a rare 1879 Monte Cristo Tobacco decorated graphics tin/box. It is 8.5 inches long, 1 3/4 inches wide and 1 1/8 inches tall. Box shows wear. Please review pics as they are part of this description. Bottom of tin reads: Somers Brothers Brooklyn NY Atkinsons. PAT (then a number). Pat date on side. Apr 29, 1879.
If you have any questions, please ask before bidding! Also can provide more pics.
THE BACKGROUND OF THIS MASSIVE COLLECTION: Over the coming weeks, I will be listing quite a few pencil boxes/wooden boxes. I would guess there is close to 200 of them. If this is your collecting passion, stay tuned! All of these were my mother's (she is 87)... she recently remodeled her kitchen/living room which forced her to put away a lot of her collectibles while that was completed. Now she is ready to let them go so you have the opportunity to purchase what she has collection over a period of 50 years. I must admit, some of these are quite amazing to see.
USPS Ground advantage shipping will be actual cost to all United States destinations. I will combine shipping if you purchase more than one pencil box so please wait for an invoice. Normal ship time is one day after receiving cleared payment. Thank you and Happy Shopping!
I do not accept returns on my auction items. My descriptions are very detailed which should give you all the information you need to make an informed decision whether you wish to buy my item or not. Of course I am always willing to work with you in the event of glass breakage or damage in transit as my items are insured. As always, please review my detailed pictures and ask any questions you have before placing a bid or purchasing. Thank you for your understanding!