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Bakelite Chess Set
Price:$800
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Diameter: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 32
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930's
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Slight color anomalies which seem to be natural to the pieces.
- Seller Location:Palm Springs, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU89851141324
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