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William McKinley Interesting Pair Display Items

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Historical Memorabilia Start Price:26.00 USD Estimated At:105.00 - 175.00 USD
William McKinley Interesting Pair Display Items
<B>William McKinley: An Interesting Pair of Display Items:</B></I> <BR><B>Glazed Plaque.</B></I> A most unusual, detailed glazed plaque in the form of his profile, with his name in relief at the bottom. Measures 3" x 4" and nearly 1" thick, much more massive than any similar tiles we have encountered from that era. Incised on the underside: "J.C. Williams, June 30 1904, LHW". <BR><B>Large Cowrie Shell Cameo.</B></I> The spotted outer layer has been removed, and then the under-layers have been carefully cut away to leave in relief lettering "WM. McKinley, Shot Sept. 6, Died Sept. 14, 2:15 am, 1901". Length: 2.75" <BR>Both are in beautiful condition and accompanied by a vintage wood chest with brass clasp measuring 7.5" x 3.25", in which they were found. <BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Miscellaneous Collectibles, Smal (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)