bob staebell

Looks to be in great shape. The copper is either new or really cleaned up. Most of the ones I have seen had significant oxidation. Cut up apples were a common method of humidification back then & the acid would react with the copper. Beads would work nicely for humidification.

It was originally designed for storing pipe tobacco. Many were built in the 1920's-1940's. Copper lining or milk glass was common. The copper often was "folded" at the front edge to create a fairly good seal.

That is a very reasonable price. In the heyday of the cigar boom in the mid 90's, it would have gone for much much more.

Cheers,
Bob Staebell