01-14-201201-14-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2579BBoston
January 14, 2012 10:00 AMCalender
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Three American Victorian Novelty Pocket Knives

Sell one like this
$326$275
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2579BLocation: BostonDate / Time: January 14, 2012 10:00AM

Description:

Three American Victorian Novelty Pocket Knives, late 19th/early 20th century, silver-plate or white metal, a tire-shaped example for the Goodyear company, lg. 3, a slender example depicting the Metropolitan Life Building Tower, "The Highest Building in the World," lg. 3 1/2, and a shaped oval example with inherent corkscrew and scenes depicting ladies and gentlemen riding bicycles, lg. 3 1/2 in.
Estimate $500-800

Keywords

Metropolitan Life, Highest Building, Metropolitan Life Building Tower