S/2962 Antique 19th Century Mahogany Shove Halfpenny Board

A solid mahogany shove halfpenny board of traditional design, having a brass semi circular raised gallery to one end. They were often found in inns and public houses for people to pass away the time, or to hold competitions. The whole has a medium colour and retains a patination.

Sold 12 in. (30.5 cm.) Wide
21 in. (53.5 cm.) Deep
1½ in. (4 cm.) High
English Circa 1880