Rare Masons Challenge Blacking Antique Boot Polish

$85.00

This is a really old tin from the later half of the 18th century for black boot polish made by Lass Mason Co. in Philly. Apparently, this is called Challenge Blacking because shoe shine boys would be challenged with other boot polish that Masons was the best. The boot in the picture is huge. This tin came to me wrapped up in plastic wrap to hold it together as there is still polish inside that is dried up. I will leave it up to the buyer to take the plastic off if they desire and empty the tin. It is 3.5" in diameter and .5" tall. Free shipping in the US.

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I don't accept exchanges or cancellations

But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my refund for a damaged product.

I will happily refund for anything damaged during shipping. However, I must receive pictures of the damage, the box and the wrapping. I will refund you as soon as I receive this in order to file a claim with USPS or Shipsurance.

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It depends on the size and the work involved. Custom mermaids start at $50.

I saw an item like this on EBay for less. Can you match the price?

No.

Can you hold an item until I get paid?

No. I have done this before, taken the item out of inventory and then the person never bought. This causes me to have to pay to re-list the item and miss out on other potential sales. Please do not ask me to do this.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, I do!

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