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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
England, c1840
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown, catches tight and no cracks or dings
Dimensions
Height: 5cm Width 1.5cm Length 2.2cm
Technical Description
The lid is hinged which is nice and tight and has a loop for attaching for a chain. A rare example.
Historical Relevance
In 1840, Wagon Trains start the journey to California, Covered Wagon Trains took immigrants on a journey from Missouri River towns to what is now the state of California. The trip was about 2,000 miles and each night the Covered Wagon Train would form a circle for shelter from wind and extreme weather, they would put all the animals in the centre to prevent them from running away or being stolen by Native Americans.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
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Rare Victorian Brass and Silver Novilty Vesta Case C1840
