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This is from my Grandmothers estate and it was her mothers I believe. It folds up into a wooden box and on the top it says Patented February 19, 1839. There is a very old Singer Sewing machine and I am wondering if it belongs to it. If I decide to sell the box what is it worth? Thank you, Cathy
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Hello Cathy. Your wooden box was made to hold sewing machine parts/accessories. It is also referred to as a "puzzle" box due to the way it folds up. They are quite common. Considering the box is in very good condition, value would probably be less than $20, but you should consult ebay to see what items like yours are going for now. Hope this helps. Barbara
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Experience
I have been collecting for almost 30 years.
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ThimbleCollectors@ONElist.com; Thimble Collectors International (TCI); Thimble Guild; Thimbletter & Thimbletter II, Empire State Thimble Collectors; CyberThimble; Yahoo Thimble Club
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"Sewing with Scotties" Scottie Sampler; various articles for the "Bulletin" - official newsletter of Thimble Collectors International (TCI)
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I have been collecting for almost 30 years.
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TCI's President's Award
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