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Dogs Guarding the Mail

Categories Figural - Animals & Living Creatures
Type dog
Material Cast iron
Markings numbered 4610
Manufacturer Undetermined
Origin United States
Date or Era circa 1900
Measuring 5 5/8” square

Cast-iron, brass finish inkstand features a bulldog and his terrier buddy waiting for delivery in front of a mailbox. The hinged mailbox cover reads: PULL DOWN – LETTERS – U.S. MAIL. The base is marked with the number 4610.

Estimated value: $100

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