Description: We are pleased to offer an exceptionally nice 19th c. signed and dated 1863 Barber's shaving or blood letting pewter bowl for this listing. It is a smaller size measuring 8” x 6 ¼” x 1 ¼” d. and having a crimped pie crust rim. On the rim at the top are the initials that appear to be “A .Th. B. 1863.” There is a ring on the back for hanging the bowl. This was a very utilitarian object so there are some small dents and dings, but overall is is in very good condition and will display well. There is a notch cut in which to place the chin to prevent water and soap from ruining the customer's clothing during a shave. For blood letting which was a popular medical practice at the time the notch was placed under the arm just above the elbow to drain as much as a quart or more of blood to re-balance the humours and restore health. (Which almost never worked!) Please enjoy the photos for the best look.Be sure to view all the photos. For some of our listings, the photos have a scroll down arrow.We will ship according to the shipping calculator.We are happy to combine shipping as long as the contents can be safely combined in one box.International Buyers Please Note: We only ship out of the US via the eBay Global Shipping Program. Please do not ask us for an invoice--we don't know the shipping charge--but rely on the invoice that eBay sends you at the close. Thank you for your interest.
Price: 195 USD
Location: Rochester, Indiana
End Time: 2025-01-14T01:00:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930
Maker: Unknown
California Prop 65 Warning: None
