more pics of the Domestic treadle: Notice in front of the machine in the first photo that there is a small square key with "domestic" on it, and there's another larger square key, which (if I'm correct) locks the drawers, which are in gorgeous condition. The sewing surface of the cabinet is dirty but otherwise all the veneer is intact except a few cracked areas along the edge that only go in about 1/2' at the worst spots. Upon close look you can see the raised outline of where decals should be, but I cant tell if they're there and just covered in grime or if there's just more dirt where they used to be. Not sure if I should try to find out since best I can find will date this machine to 1873. Also i think the front plate might be a replacement, as it is in pristine (as in looks brand spanking new) condition and the others show age. Theres a serial number on the machine itself 104239, but a different one on the front plate says 1032887.
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