George III Brass Tobacco / Honesty Box

Early 19th century, rectangular form with central handle two hinged compartments, the coin slot and push-down tab prompts the other lid to open, in order to take an honest amount of tobacco, includes key and coins for operation.

7 x 10 x 5 in.

Private Collection, Charlottesville, Virginia

Good estate condition; minor areas of denting; operating at time of evaluation.

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