Discovery
Description:
Very Rare Half-plate Black "The Vision of Ezekiel" Union Case, manufactured by Holmes, Booth, & Hayden, Waterbury, Connecticut, (Krainik 11),(imperfections).
Estimate $200-250
Case slightly bowed, one hinge missing pin, four cracks- three to edges about 1/2 in., one about 3 in. lg.at an angle at lower right of front, very minor edge chips, some faint mottling/discoloration of surface. The interior with no glass, mat, or soft brass protector, does have embossed velvet pad and edges and does have original printed maker's label.
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