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Fri, May 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 187

Vintage Black Arrow Superior Processed Coal Miniature Metal Advertising Coal Scuttle

Estimate: $30 - $10,000

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A vintage miniature advertising coal scuttle or hod, likely intended for use as a desktop match holder or promotional novelty. The item is constructed from cast metal with a textured black crinkle finish and features a pivoting brass-tone wire handle. The front of the scuttle displays a circular graphic label for Black Arrow Superior Processed Coal, with red and silver-toned lettering against a black background. The label includes the text BLACK ARROW SUPERIOR PROCESSED COAL HYDRO-WASHED. The reverse side retains a partial yellow paper decal providing local business information for a distributor in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, with visible text including COAL, 902 Park Ave., and CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO. The piece has a flared top and a circular base.

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