False Teeth

Flea Market Finds With The Kovels : Episode FMF-303 -- More Projects »
Host Ralph Kovel discovers an unusual collectible at the Metrolina Expo in Charlotte, N.C.--antique false teeth!
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Sometimes the most unusual items make great collectibles.These antique teeth are made from rubber.
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Here's an early set of dentures from the 1800s. They have a rubber base and were put together in sections.
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These "tools of tourture" were called "dental keys," and were used to pull teeth.
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The most expensive dental key in this collection is the oldest, made by a blacksmith and selling for $1,500.
Resources
Metrolina Expo
With approximately 6,200 dealers, Metrolina Expo is among the largest markets in the United States. It is held in April, June and November.
Metrolina Expo
Charlotte, NC
Phone: 704-596-4643
Toll-free: 800-824-3770
Website: www.metrolinaantiqueshow.com
Guests
Ed Welch
Dealer
Phone: 207-872-5849
E-mail: edwelch@metiques.com
Website: www.metiques.com
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