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Advertising7703 of 10072Collage of Canning Labels from the 1860's - Samuel Oliver, ArtistMy small scale EL AL collection
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    Posted 12 years ago

    Pearl_Fire
    (7 items)

    I originally had these posted as possible doll boots, but was told they could be Salesman Samples for a Cobbler/Shoemaker. I know they are from the 1800s but I am not exactly sure. They could be this small so as not to be difficult to transport, however I don't know if they were brought from overseas or just traveled with about the USA. They have been in my family items ever since I can remember and were marked as being part of my Great Great Grandparents things. Obviously hand made and a perfect replica of riding or cowboy boot. Details like stacked heel, straps, and stitching are plainly recognizable. My family history is based in the MD/DC/PA area.

    Comments and suggestions welcome! Still a bit of a mystery, especially age-wise.

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