Charming Regency Greyhound Paperweight
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Charming Regency Greyhound Paperweight
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1815
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lymington, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU973027849272
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