HANDHELD WOODEN RUSSIAN ABACUS Circa 1920 - 1970 Games Decorating Appeal

Decorating Appeal

attribution matters because confirmed Bennington pieces typically command higher prices

The ruby red hue adds a vibrant touch to winter holiday and Valentine's Day décor

The applied double-ring finish does have what appears to be a drip of glass immediately below the second ring

This one-of-a-kind candle holder is handcrafted from six vintage aluminum JELL-O molds mounted to a piece of repurposed wood

HANDHELD WOODEN RUSSIAN ABACUS Circa 1920 - 1970 Games Decorating AppealA delightful vintage HANDHELD WOODEN ABACUS that would add charm to a childs room or in a retro display. The small abacus is built on a wooden frame with metal rods holding reddish brown and black beads. The red brick painted frame measures 6 18 high by 4 wide. The frame shows use and wear to the paint; overall the abacus piece is in good vintage condition. The abacus was meant to be handheld like a book, so the vertical sides of the frame are