antique checkbook

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Posted by sll

17 years ago

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Description I have a very unique item that i need appraised, it is very petite, brass covered checkbook dated 1920's on the actual checks, and it was patented on april 10 1917. any info on this item would be appreciated!!! it has birks enscribed on back of brass cover and mount royal hotel on the front. It is hinged and in very good condition, all the checks are in the checkbook, never used. from the turn of century, victorian women mabey could have worn these around there waist with other household items. very valuable to the right collector, am willing to sell at the right price.

Category Other

Medium brass

Distinguishing marks birks, mount royal hotel

Condition Mint

Size and dimensions of this item 3inches by1.5 inches

Date Period 1890-1900

Weight 1-2 lbs, mabey less

History brass covered, hinged, wore around the waist of wealthy woman during turn of century

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Price Paid (If known) unknown

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