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English Mid-19th Century 2-Gallon Copper Haystack Measure

$425
£321.25
€369.17
CA$591.81
A$658.36
CHF 345.12
MX$8,045.05
NOK 4,394.71
SEK 4,137.01
DKK 2,755.72
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About the Item

Mid-19th century 2-gallon copper haystack measure, English. Dovetailed construction. Very good condition - minor dings & dents commensurate with age & function. One official confirmation of size remains from the reign of Elizabeth II. 14.5" over handle x 11.5" x 14.75" h. We are a family business that has been a major source for the selective buyer for over 90 years. We are one the finest antiques shop in the South and Mid-Atlantic, proclaimed the “Best Antiques Shop in the Mid-Atlantic” by Mid-Atlantic Antiques Magazine. With over 7,500 square feet of show room space in an impressive Italianate Villa setting, we are a must visit spot for antiques collectors, dealers and decorators alike! We specialize in period 18th and 19th century English and Country French furniture, fine art, silver, porcelain, lighting, and all appropriate decorative accessories. You will also find pieces of American origin, from Continental Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and ranging in date and style from Baroque to Mid-Century Modern. In short, we are a treasure trove of unique items with an unprecedented selection for your home or collection!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Condition commensurate with age. Minor dings & dents commensurate with age & function.
  • Seller Location:
    Chapel Hill, NC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: WMI-37651stDibs: LU6458245386042

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