Early 20th century, uncut, human skull. No mandible. This guy was brought into the shop by a customer. The history on the piece is pretty clear. The man's Grandfather (from South America) was getting ready to go to medical school, but didn't have the money to purchase needed supplies. He worked as a grave digger and told his boss he needed to get a skull, but couldn't afford it. His boss pointed to an area in the grave yard and told him to go dig one up, so he could complete his studies. I am assuming it came from a pauper's or unknown's grave. His Grandfather dug it up and cleaned it and went on to be a physician. It was finally passed down thru family. It appears to have been sealed in some way, but it displays very well.
Price... $650 + S/H
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EGYPTIAN MOTIF CLIP
Solid brass Antique wall clip. 4" x 3" with painted features. Probably related to a Fraternal group. Age related wear. Unique.
Price... $75 + S/H
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Antique, solid brass candlestick in the form of a dragon. 6" tall. Minor age related wear. Very ornate.
Price... $45 + S/H
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RARE EARLY 19c AUTOPSY ART
6" x 4-3/4" on cardboard. Pencil drawing of a physician doing an autopsy. Very rare and unique. Age related wear. One of a kind. From France.
Price: $175 + S/H
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GEORGIAN FRENCH MOURNING
This nice little piece is from France and has a cross and doves made from human hair. Back glass has a crack, but does not undermine the piece. Original glass and frame ar intact. 7"L x 5"W. Very intricate work.
Price... $325 + S/H
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POOR BOX PLAQUE
Very detailed, solid bronze plaque. Heavy. c1900. Nice condition. 4-1/2" tall.
Price: $125 + S/H
| ANTIQUE ROSEMONT CEMETERY PAPERWEIGHT
c1875 Marble paperweight in the shape of a book. Edges have a few dings from use and one corner has a chip. Still an interesting, old, advertising piece.
Price... $45 + S/H
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VICTORIAN BRASS CHURCH CANDLESTICK
12" Tall. Solid Brass. Jesus, Mary and Joseph grace the side panels on base. c1865. There are a few dents and dings on the center of stick. Displays well.
Price: $60 + S/H
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