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AED[MAGIC LANTERN]. Pettibone New Improved Sciopticon.
![[MAGIC LANTERN]. Pettibone New Improved Sciopticon.](https://s1.img.bidsquare.com/item/xl/3842/38429017.jpeg?t=1WUCoB)
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[MAGIC LANTERN]. Pettibone New Improved Sciopticon. Cincinnati: Pettibone Mfg. Co., ca. 1880s. A "Champion" model magic lantern with stenciled 1888 patent date. Affixed to wooden base with original decoratively cast arms and claw feet, acorn-shaped caps.
Includes six revolving color glass slide discs, and original wooden storage case with paper label under lid. This model was nicknamed the "Peacock" for its appearance when a disc is loaded in the lantern.
Size displayed 12 3/4 x 11 2/3 x 20 1/2".
Condition
Without chimney; not tested.
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