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Oct 20, 2022
Property from the Collection of John and Virginia Duncan, Savannah, GA
Description:
8 Vials of Charleston Earthquake Sand and Related Publication, Aug. 31, 1886, comprising eight 6 in. glass vials of sand from the Aug. 31, 1886 Charleston earthquake in vintage cigar box with typed label card, together with pamphlet 'Charleston as it is After the Earthquake Shock: A Sketch of the Occurrence, Illustrations of its Effects' with announcements of business houses representing every branch of trade ready for business, stamped 'J. P Stration'.Measurements: Height: of pamphlet 10 in. x Width: 7 3/4 in.
Condition:
Fair condition, some losses to corks on vials, some vials taped over corks, pamphlet worn, toned, with foxing and some creases, tears, and losses particularly along edges, cigar box very worn.Buyer Pays Shipping Cost. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. EVERARD AUCTIONS DOES NOT MAINTAIN AN IN-HOUSE SHIPPING DEPARTMENT OR PROVIDE PACK/SHIP QUOTES. For pack/ship quotes on smaller items, we suggest contacting Mike at The UPS Store (tel: 912.604.1682, email: tupss1206@gmail.com ). You may, of course, use any shipper of your choosing. For quotes on larger items please contact Westbrook Moving quotes@westbrookcorp.com or Plycon jjuliano@plyconvanlines.com providing: Pickup city/state Deliver to city/state Description of piece(s) Lot # and date of auction Size of each piece(s) in inches: height/width/depth Picture of the piece(s) if possible Anything fragile associated with item: marble, glass, mirror, lacquer finish, velvet/mohair fabric etc. Value to declare for each or all items Any special assembly needs or flight carry needs at delivery INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Please contact info@everard.com for international shipping quotes BEFORE bidding. Please be advised that international shipping can be costly.