Dispatch case of Major John Hubley; walnut construction.
On top, inlay shell in an oval with green background, all within an 2 fine-line band border. Metal outlined key on front center. 2 movable metal handles, one on each end. Entire wood panel in lid folds out to reveal a mirror secured by a swivel tab. A metal ring for pulling panel down/ Circular inlay designs on green background in center of closed lid portion. Intricate spiral adorn edges of all 8 sections and green felt-lined tray. 2 narrow divisions hold slide-in tops with metal pull rings fit into compartment. Portion that holds 2 small drawers can be lifted out to reveal .5" storage area. The entire lower portion can be lifted out. Bottom covered with black felt.
Photograph- Closer look at the east wall portion still standing of the Second Lock of the Conestoga Navigation Company's canal along the Conestoga River.
Photograph- Closer look at the east wall portion still standing of the Second Lock of the Conestoga Navigation Company's canal along the Conestoga River.
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Closer look at the east wall portion still standing of the Second Lock of the Conestoga Navigation Company's canal along the Conestoga River.
