Antique 19th century Troughton and Simms, London, brass surveyor's scope in original estate condition. One glass level has a cracked top. Measures 12.5 x 7.5 inches with a 16.5 x 4.5 x 5-inch solid mahogany dovetailed case.
Large antique E. Murdock & Co. country kitchen pine pantry box with original brown wash finish. 19th century. Amazing original condition. No cracks, repairs and never waxed. The stamp on the lid is difficult to read from natural wear. Measures 9.75 inches across and 5.75 inches high. E. Murdock & Company was founded by Elisha Murdock in 1834. Murdock was from Winchendon, Massachusetts, a small town outside of Boston. He was the third child of Ephraim and Zibah Murdock. He was born on August 27, 1802.
Antique English cased glass humidor. Perfectly fitted in its original octagon mahogany box with banded inlay. Mid 19th century. Excellent condition, no chips or breaks. The lock is working with the original key. The case measures 8.25 inches high and 6.25 inches across the top. The panel-cut glass humidor is 7.25 inches tall and 4.25 inches across and retains its original stopper.
Antique pearwood treenware covered apothecary container with hand cut screw on top c1880. Attributed to S Maw, Son & Thompson, 7-12 Aldersgate, makers of chemist and pharmacy equipment, they have items displayed in the science museum, London. Excellent condition. Measures 3.25 inches high by 3.25 inches wide. Hand turned on a lathe by a master woodworker. Excellent condition, no cracks or repairs.
Early Massachusetts lift-top advertising box with original red washed surface, circa 1840. Inner paper reads "W. I. GOODS, which he will sell VERY LOW for cash, Palm Leaf Hats or approved credit. Those wishing to purchase as above, will do well to call and examine for themselves before purchasing elsewhere. All kinds of Country produce taken in exchange for Goods. CHARLES B. MOSELY. New Salem, Aug. 1840." This charming box is 8.5 inches wide, 4 inches deep and 2 inches high.