Lot # 2994: 1880s Football Pencil Box

Rare 1880s children's pencil box displaying football illustrations on the lid. The center illustration displays a ball carrier, who is flanked by a pair of smaller illustrations of games in progress. The case is designed to hold pencils and other writing implements. The case displays moderate wear, including chipping to the illustrated surface. There are also partially erased pencil marks and residue of a foreign substance visible along the underside of the lid. Fair condition overall. Dimensions: 7.75 x 2 x 1.25 inches. The size/weight of this item requires that there will be an additional shipping charge for this lot.