Furniture, Works of Art, Arms & Armour - 6th April 2016
Lot 278
An 18th century treen tally stick
Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £800
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Description
An 18th century treen tally stick, inscribed in pen and dated '1779' and '1793', with notches carved to the end, 60cm long.
By repute the inscription relates to an agreement for a loan to build a ship.