Decorated & Dated 1797 Hatchel w/ Cover

Updated August 25, 2026

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Lot number552
Estimate100.00 - 200.00 USD
AuctionAntiques, Americana, and Advertising Auction - Day 2
DateSeptember 10, 2026 at 3:30 PM EDT
Auction houseJohn M. Hess Auction Service, Inc.
LocationManheim, Pennsylvania

Difficult to find with the original cover. This hatchel is punched 1797 on one side with the initials "MB" and a wonderful tulip. Other side with punched initials "JM" and the initial "K". Tulip similar to those seen on early Berks County, Pa. examples. 5 3/4"H x 15"W x 3 3/4"D Very good.

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