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Lot 385
[BARNUM & BAILEY]. Group of 7 circus couriers.
Estimate: $500 - $750
Sold for
$660
Sold Price includes BP
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[BARNUM & BAILEY]. Group of 7 circus couriers. Circa 1901-14. Seven different couriers for the Greatest Show on Earth on various tour dates in the United States and one in Brussels, Belgium during its European tour. Includes couriers for the spectacles The Wizard Prince of Arabia, and Cleopatra.
Size each generally 13 1/2 x 10 1/2".
Condition
Some in delicate condition with chips, tears, and folds; occasional clear tape repairs; dates inked or penciled on rear covers.
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