What-is-it question XXVIIII.

Post by **2209patrick** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 10:45 pm

This item was made by Benjamin Smith Sr. and Benjamin Smith Jr., London, in 1817.
I'm guessing that it's about seven inches long.
What was it used for?

Pat.
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Post by **dognose** » Sat Mar 31, 2007 1:25 pm

Hi Pat,
Could it possibly be a table attachment to assist a one-handed card player?
Regards Trev.
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Post by **2209patrick** » Sat Mar 31, 2007 1:36 pm

Hello Trev.
You are correct, very well done!
The book calls it a playing card hand holder.
I don't use the term "rare" very often, but this piece might qualify.

Regards,
Pat.
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