PATENT MODEL FLY TRAP.

PATENT MODEL FLY TRAP. Patented Feb. 16, 1858 by T.M. Scott, #19,382. Shaped wooden box topped with two domed mesh screen receptacles. Center section reveals rotating cloth belt/treadmill which would likely be set with sugar water or other fly bait. Flies would be transported to holding area, where it would fly up into cages and be trapped. Removable cages have slide closures to transport flies for disposal. “T.M. Scott” in script on side. Accompanied by patent tag, receiving tag (nailed to side) as well as Peterson tag. SIZE: 11-1/2″ l x 9-1/2″ h x 5″ w. CONDITION: Generally good. At least one replaced secondary panel. 1-12156 (300-400)

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2012

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3281	$632.50	PATENT MODEL FLY TRAP. Patented Feb. 16, 1858 by T.M. Scott, #19,382. Shaped wooden box topped with two domed mesh screen receptacles. Center section reveals rotating cloth belt/treadmill which would likely be set with sugar water or other fly bait. Flies would be transported to holding area, where it would fly up into cages and be trapped. Removable cages have slide closures to transport flies for disposal. “T.M. Scott” in script on side. Accompanied by patent tag, receiving tag (nailed to side) as well as Peterson tag. SIZE: 11-1/2″ l x 9-1/2″ h x 5″ w. CONDITION: Generally good. At least one replaced secondary panel. 1-12156 (300-400) Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2012 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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