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Charlottesville Local Combined Estates Part 2

Wed, Sep 9, 2026 07:00PM EDT - Wed, Sep 23, 2026 08:00PM EDT
Lot 453

Antique 1800's Carpenter's Wood Working Moulding Hand Planes & Layout Tool, Set of 5

Estimate: $250 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $1
$50 $5
$500 $10
$1,000 $25
$5,000 $250
$10,000 $2,500
$100,000 $10,000

This collection features five antique carpenter's hand planes and layout tools, crafted from dark, dense materials. The assortment includes a complex plane marked 'J. Cox' (possibly John Cox, tool maker, England 1770-1843) another with finely turned handles, and a third with a brass adjustment mechanism. Once marked 'W. Vance' (William Vance, plane maker out of Baltimore, MD lived from 1799-1833). Also present are a smaller plane and a unique folding layout tool, possibly a scribe or marking gauge.

Condition

The tools exhibit significant signs of age and use, including numerous scratches, dents, and areas of discoloration consistent with prolonged handling. Some components show minor cracks, and there is visible oxidation on metal parts. The overall patina is rich and dark, reflecting their extensive history. The pen in the images is for scale and is not included.

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