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Something a little different from me.This little beauty was a garage sale find.It was filthy.But she cleaned up nicely.A good deal for three bucks.The bakelite is in great shape, it's not even melted !
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Hedgewalker, I love all your items ! I will have to come hang around you !
You're welcome anytime mswhite.And thanks for the awesome compliment !!
What a great find! Has to be 40s period I would say, a real steal of a deal.
Yes it's def 40s.Yeah one of my few victories in the garage sale wars.Thanks Signaholic !!
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