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Double Inkstand with Call Bell
Categories | Dual Purpose Inkstands |
Type | Call Bell |
Material | Wood |
Manufacturer | Undetermined |
Origin | United States |
Date or Era | circa 1920 |
Measuring | 10” x 6” x 3 ¾” high |
Ding! This inkstand may have been in a hotel. Hit the button on the bell to summon the bellhop. The bell is fastened to a black lacquered base that has a pen tray in front. On either side are American Seating Co. #59 inkwells with Bakelite lids with swivel covers.
Estimated value: $65
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