Two Antique Folk Art Snake Trick Slide-Lid Boxes
Updated August 24, 2026
This auction ended on September 10, 2026.
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| Lot number | 0559 |
| Estimate | $100 - $300 |
| Opening bid | $50 |
| Category | Antiques & Furniture |
| Auction | 3-Day Antiques, Americana, & Advert.-Day 2 |
| Date | September 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM EDT |
| Auction house | Conestoga Auction Company Division of Hess Auction Group |
| Location | Manheim, Pennsylvania |
Both are early-20th century. The first was made from a Diamond Match shipping crate and was found locally in Pennsylvania. When the slide lid is pulled back it releases a snake meant to scare the
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