Antique RUBY GRAND FEDERAL WASHBOARD CO NO 46 LAUNDRY TIN WOOD #00232

Description

Antique "Ruby Grand" Wood & Tin Washboard Primitive
The Washboard has a tin clothes washing surface.  This size Washboard was used for Lingerie & Travel.  The Legs are attached to the Top Board with one finger joint.
The Washboard is marked:
"Ruby Grand"
"MANUFACTURED BY THE FEDERAL WASHBOARD CO.  No. 46.  CHICAGO, ILL. U.S.A.  TRADE MARKS - REG. U.S. PAT. OFF."
Markings are good; however, varnish would make them stand out even more!
The Washboard is the perfect size for displaying notes or pictures.  A magnet will hold paper items in place!
!!!SOLD AS IS!!!
Used condition.  There are the normal scruffs & scratches to the Washboard due to use & storage.  There are stains, soiling, & soap residue.  The board at the top of the scrubbing surface has shrunk a little & can be moved up & down.  Most of the plating is worn off the metal clothes scrubbing surface.  There is surface rust to the metal.  Sturdy.  Needs to be cleaned &/or refinished.
Approximate Measurements:  8.5" x 18".
Condition:  Used condition with wear consistent with age & use.  Other conditions are listed above.  Please look at photos for accurate account of condition.  Use zoom feature to see flaws prior to bidding.
WE ARE SELLING THE CONTENTS OF OUR ANTIQUE SHOP AFTER 54 YEARS IN BUSINESS PLUS ESTATES WE GET FROM TIME TO TIME.
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