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Anheuser-Busch Cased Pocket Knife
Estimate:
CA$300 - CA$500
Sold
CA$300
Live Auction
Advertising, Canadiana & Historic Objects
Size
Box: 1" x 4.25" x 1.5".
Category
Description
American with German Blades. 1950s. These knives were originally given out by Anheuser-Busch founder Adolphus Busch and in later years by the Anheuser-Busch Brewing Co. in St. Louis. They came in a number of varieties and were given out as calling cards or incentive rewards. There is a stanhope (peephole) image of Adolphus Busch found on the side with the "A" logo in the center. Included is the original leather pouch and white and gold embossed box. Marked, "Stainless Made in Germany", on smaller blade.
Condition
Excellent condition. Pins show a very minor patina.
Medium
Enamel, stainless steel.