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LOT 33: Antique Wooden Pay Table
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Seller's estimate : |
EUR500 / EUR1000 |
Description:
Beautiful antique wooden pay table with its original wood and finish. Pay tables or paying tables were initially used by tax collectors and later in time by money exchangers. It is said that the Italian name for this kind of table (banco) is the origin of the word bank and sometimes when debts where not paid these table where broken. Banco rotto Italian for broken table is assumed to be the origin for the Dutch word 'bankroet' and the English word 'bankruptcy'. The table is in good condition overall with nice wear showing it's history. Height: 107 cm. Width: 84 cm. Depth: 82 cm. Condition: Good. Location: The Netherlands, Tilburg.
IMPORTANT SHIPPING INFORMATION: 1. LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING - We do not provide shipping. We can provide recommendations, but it is the sole responsibility of the buyer to arrange transportation. 2. INVOICE PAYMENT - Cost for shipping is a separate transaction and will NOT be included in the original invoice. When the invoice is paid in full, we will contact the buyer about shipping. 3. LOCAL PICKUP - The items must be collected within 5 days of the Auction. Later collection may be possible by agreement with the Auction House. Items that are not collected on time will be moved to storage at the buyer's expense.