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19th Century Faro Case Keeper in Spades

$2,300
£1,738.52
€1,997.86
CA$3,202.74
A$3,562.91
CHF 1,867.72
MX$43,537.92
NOK 23,783.13
SEK 22,388.52
DKK 14,913.29
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About the Item

Faro case keeper in spades by B.C. Willis & Co., 666 E. Columbia St. Detroit, Michigan. This counter is folding type of walnut veneer measuring about 12" square. The suit of cards is illustrated with the Ace showing crossed American flags with red counters on the bars. An interesting counting device by a well known maker. Faro was the highest stake gambling game in the mining towns of the Old West, Virginia City and New York. Period: 19th century Origin: Michigan, United States Size: 13" x 12" extended Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Cowboy and western new items old west drinking, gambling & tobacciana gambling gambling wheels gaming.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Coeur d'Alene, ID
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AE09311stDibs: LU4019326052812

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