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TUCKER'S 1878 US PAT. SINGLE-LEVER : two-leaf version
Listing # 5825
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| Listing Format: | Auction |
| Current price : | $1,320.00 |
| Starting bid: | $1,320.00 |
| # of bids: | 1 |
| Closes: | Auction is closed |
| Location: | Brooklyn, NY |
| Started: | 4/8/2011 7:00:00 AM EDT |
| Ended: | 5/7/2011 1:23:00 PM EDT |
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DESCRIPTION
This very nice example is marked on the handle with the date on which Tucker received the US patent for his corkscrew: "PAT'D SEP. 3, 1878". I have recently learned that the spring on the Tucker came in at least two versions: two-leaf and three leaf. There are rumours of a four-leaf version but I've never seen one. The two-leaf is clearly shown on the cover of Fred O'Leary's book; the three-leaf can be seen in Ferd Peters MECHANICAL CORKSCREWS book (page 166, fig. 519). This is the two-leaf version. Which one is earlier or scarcer? I simply don't know.
CONDITION
While it is unplated it is in very good condition noting an odd notch on the neck rest--see images.
SHIPPING AND PAYMENT DETAILS
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6.50 in USA and $25.00 abroad. If you have any special needs, questions or concerns about shipping please contact me.
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