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Carved Mortar & Pestle Trade Stimulator

Early 20th C. trade stimulator in the shape of a 6½” mortar and pestle turned from a single block of wood, with the pestle probably carved separately and tenoned into the top. Gilt surface. Most likely used on the countertop of a turn-of-the-century apothecary’s shop. Fine shrinkage cracks, but no breaks or repairs. 

$695