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Up for sale is a remarkably rare, 100% complete antique mechanical turtle spittoon manufactured by the legendary Royal Products Co. of Chicago (stamped clearly on the inner frame rim).
Unlike most surviving models which are missing their internal components, this is a COMPLETE 3-PIECE SET featuring:
1. The heavy cast-iron mechanical turtle base and hinged shell lid.
2. The original removable internal metal collection pan.
3. The rare insert cover lid with a center lifting handle.
Weight:~ 4.13 lbs
Approximate dimensions:
14” head to tail
10” wide
4” tall
MECHANISM: Fully functional. Stepping on or pressing down the turtle's head causes the heavy shell to pop open smoothly, revealing the clean, complete interior assembly.
