Lot 147 , An 18th century treen stay busk dated 1770 and initialled SL length 30cm

An 18th century treen stay busk dated '1770' and initialled 'SL' length 30cm
Estimate £150-250

There are signs of old woodworm throughout, some losses including to the edges, over the number 0, one noteable to one bottom end at the reverse and around the flower carving among others. Some areas of dark discolouration also


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Sold for £400