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Gustavian brass box with perpetual calender based on the rune staff

$776.53
£566.28
€650
CA$1,062.27
A$1,188.71
CHF 620.69
MX$14,613.97
NOK 7,830.71
SEK 7,368.66
DKK 4,946.49
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About the Item

Gustavian brass box with perpetual calender based on the rune staff. The box is from the late 18th Century and was used as a perpetual calendar and also as a snuff box. There is some damage to the brass (see pictures) Wear consistent with age and use
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.79 in (2 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
  • Style:
    Gustavian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Knivsta, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7571243440242

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