Antique dove-tail box ROHDE'S KINDERGARTEN MATERIAL teaching aide 1890s, 2.5" - $90 - (Hastings, NE)

Offered here is a small antique dove-tail wooden box that was used as a teaching aide in the 1890s. It is labeled Rohde's Kindergarten Materials, Fourth Gift (refers to its place in a series of boxes) and was made by Rohde Kingergarten Supply Co. of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. An online search showed that Rohde Kindergarten Supply Co. advertisements were in "The Kindergarten Magazine" (Vol. X Sept. 1897-June 1898) and in the Oct. 1903 issue of "The School Journal." The box is wood, measures 2.5" on each side, and contains eight 1" wooden cubes. It was used for teaching math and spatial concepts. The paper label on the front is intact (it does have some staining) and the box and contents are in excellent condition. It is an exceptional find. My wife (an elementary teacher for almost 50 years) and I have treasured this for years, but we are both well over 70 now and it's time for us to let go of our treasures, so I am now selling this rare complete set. This item is being sold with these guidelines: 1. I cannot accept returns. 2. Shipping is via USPS Priority Mail and only to locations within the U.S. 3. Payment is to be made through Paypal within three days of purchase. Please look carefully at the photos. Feel welcome to ask questions before you bid, and I'll do my best to answer promptly. Thanks for taking the time to look at this listing.

Posted in Hastings, NE, Antiques
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