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"     A relative gave me this pie safe a number of years ago. Is mine an important example of this type of furniture? S.S., SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.V. Pie safes were cupboards used to hold food of all types, and punched-tin panels allowed air to circulate inside while keeping bugs and other pests out. Your pie safe was made circa 1900 and has machine-punched panels. Collectors prefer safes from the 19th century that have hand punching. The finish on the cupboard has been stripped of its original patina, and this adversely affects the value.  Valued at: $1,500 *The estimates provided are preliminary only and subject to change based on firsthand inspection and further research. Appraisal prices refer to an item&amp;#039;s fair market value, or what one might expect to pay for an object of similar age, size, color, and condition at auction. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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