Discovery
Description:
Brass-bound One-drawer Medical Chest, 19th century, outfitted into a silver chest by Towle, with paper label on interior of lid, reading "A.J. Colby/Ship's Druggist...," ht. 10 1/4, wd. 20 3/4, dp. 12 1/2 in.
Estimate $200-300
minor looseness to the mounts and wear to the finish
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