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Vintage Railroad Spike - Own a Piece of History
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Our railroad spikes hail from all over, but most are from western Pennsylvania. These are spikes that were on the ground (or in it) - and no longer being used by the railroads. Some are straight; some bent, some painted gold or black - all are very old - early to mid 1900s - some even earlier. Each one weighs from 1/2 pound to almost a pound.
We have cleaned them, but we have not removed all of the rust on the unpainted ones. You might want to varnish yours if you decide to use it as a paperweight, but we've been using them to hold open doors, as paperweights and in artwork for years with no problems. They are made of iron or steel. They measure from 6 to 8 inches long and each has a solid natural head on it.
We have many of these and no two are alike. Please let us know your preference: painted, rusty, bent, etc., and we'll try to honor it. If you absolutely want a certain type, be sure to tell us, otherwise we'll choose one for you if we don't have exactly the one you describe.
Made in USA
21August20100
Vintage Item - Limited Availability
Price: $11.00 each
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Vintage Slide Box of Red Listo Leads No. 162
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The Listo Pencil Corporation opened in 1921. They created a wonderful, manual, refillable marker - to write on any surface. They still make such a refillable marker. These leads are still made today. Our boxes of leads, however, are vintage - probably from the mid-20th century. We're not sure that they will fit the newer pens, but we suspect they will. We love the graphical box and even the way it opens.
The top reads:
LISTO LEADS RED No. 162
The bottom reads:
LISTO LEADS • LISTO PENCIL CORPORATION ALAMEDA,CALIF. MADE IN U.S.A.
Each long side of the outer box reads:
MARKING LEADS
The inner box reads (upside down) on one end:
TO OPEN PUSH OPPOSITE END
If you happen to push this, the wrong end, instead of the other, the inner box reads:
STOP PUSH IN
The other side reads:
PUSH IN
When you push it through the outer box, a little flap appears, that reads:
PULL OUT THIS FLAP
Underneath are the leads. If you push it to far, another flap reads:
STOP
But our favorite part is the bottom of the inner box. If you open it upside down, it reads on one end:
STOP - Turn over
and on the other
TURN OVER
There are 6 leads inside for the grease marker, aka china marker. The leads will write on any surface - even under water. It will wipe off any slick, non-porous surface, like glass with just a dry cloth. We used to use these on transparencies in our other life in a major corporation. They are non-toxic.
Newer boxes aren't as sweet as this one and hold 12 leads. We like this 6-lead version and everything about it. The actual box measures 1-1/2 inch long (length of the leads) by 1 inch wide by 5/16 inch deep.
If you don't keep it for the collectible nature, you might choose to make a wonderful tiny box shrine!
29July2010
Vintage Item, Limited Availability
Price: $4.25 per box
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Old Fashioned Crystal Paperweight Featuring a Vintage Paris Flower Vendor
More Things French and of France
This superbly crafted oval glass paperweight was designed by Carolyn Whitaker from vintage images in her extensive collection. Each paperweight is hand made in an old-fashioned tradition. The felt backing will protect your papers and your desk. The oval shape creates a vintage feeling to match the image. It measures 4 inches by 2-1/2 inches and is 7/8 inch deep. It is presented in a sweet organdy gift bag within a box.
The sentiment at the base reads:
Paris 1901
The romance about this picture is intriguing. We can only daydream of such a spectacular moment. It is comforting to realize that such vendors are still selling their flowers on the streets of Paris, New York, San Francisco, Barcelona, Rome and elsewhere. If only everywhere!
29April2010
Price: $32.50 Each
Old Fashioned Souvenir from the Seaside Crystal Paperweight
More Shells & the Sea
The sentiment at the base reads
Souvenir from the Seaside
The image elicits memories of the seashore when we were children. Each of us summered in Stone Harbor, New Jersey. And, although our memories are from the 1950s rather than the early 20th century ensconced in this paperweight, smells of the shore return immediately!
27March2010
Small Niji Waterbrush (9mm) from Yasutomo
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Watercolor Pencils
Sketch & Wash Pencils Pencils
What a great invention! We've been using these for years for all kinds of applications so we thought we ought to offer them to you, too. This wonderful combination brush and water container features a 9 mm brush tip and the handle of the brush is also the water reservoir, which holds 7ml of water.
Use it for watercoloring, rubber stamping, silk painting, bleaching, and even face painting. It is also very handy for sealing envelopes or postage stamps and other things you don't really want to lick.
We love it for adding a wash and blending colors after using watercolor pencils!
Instructions are included on the package - it's really easy to use!
Made in Japan
12March2010
Price: $6.75 each
Set of 6 Fancy File Folders from Anne Taintor - What Fun!
Now you can have fun filing all of those papers in these letter-sized Fancy File Folders. The assorted set includes two each of three designs that feature great trendy backgrounds. This Joy of Plaid set includes 2 of each of the folders.
The salmon pink folders read:
"I dreamed my whole desk was clean..."
The green folders read:
"she was comforted by the knowledge that they were helpless without her"
The blue folders read:
"more paperwork, please"
These third-cut folders are standard letter size (11-5/8 inches wide by 9 inches high), so you can use them for any filing needs!
Imported
24February2010
Price: $12.00 Per Set
Vintage Miller Line Clover Brand Carbon Paper in Original Package
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Before there were computers, and even before there were copy machines and even before there were mimeograph machines, there was carbon paper. And, here is some of the finest from Miller-Brant-Pierce a division of Smith-Corona Marchant Inc.
Each of these folios measures 11-1/2 inches by 8-5/8 inches. Within the folder are 3 sheets of very high quality unused carbon paper (11 by 8-1/2 inch) for typewriting. The cover has fantastic graphics and the back cover (shown partially in the illustration) advertises other products by the Miller Line. Their tag line at the top reads in a wonderful modern-for-the-time font,
"The Miller Line is Superfine"
These are in very fine condition and we have enclosed them in breathable plastic for transport to you. The original package was simply the paper folder with the carbon paper and a carrying sheet as enclosed in each package. We have seen such packages sell for up to $35 on eBay and other vintage product sites.
13February20100
Price: $12.00 Per Package
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3D Lenticular Ruler - Black Cat in Stride
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More Lenticulars
This is the absolute best lenticular ruler we've ever seen! And, we're big time lenticular connoisseurs! The movement includes at least 6 positions. Of course, that is, if we counted correctly. This stealthy black kitty is either running to or from something quickly - that's for sure.
Each 12-inch ruler is marked with centimeters as well as inches and it measures 2-3/16 inches wide.
Made in Germany
22October2009
Price: $5.00 each
3D Lenticular Ruler - Horses Running
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This is the absolute best lenticular ruler we've ever seen! And, we're big time lenticular connoisseurs! The movement includes at least 5 positions. If we counted correctly, there are 8 positions for each horse. The movement is spectacular!
Printed in Germany
13October2009
Little Locomotive Eraser - Yes, S/He Can Erase!
More Erasers & Other Desk Accessories
More Travel & Transportation
Fans of the The Little Engine that Could will love this neat eraser. The wheels really move and the eraser really erases - so you get a toy and a school supply all in one! It measures about 1-3/4 inch in length. Train and smokestack color may vary, so please let us choose one for you.
31August2009
Price: $1.35 Each
3D Lenticular Ruler - The Great Wave
More Items of the Sea
We love lenticulars - the layered paper and plastics that create a moving 3-dimensional effect. This wonderfully useful ruler familiar image of the Great Wave by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai.
Hokusai is quite famous for his wonderful wood-cut prints of the Ukiyo-e, pictures of the floating world - everyday life. His works seems to be more popular in the West than it has ever been in his homeland.
The movement of the waves in this lenticular will keep you mesmerized - so much so that you might forget to measure whatever it was you though you needed to measure - after all, measurement is a man-made idea, not nearly as gracious as the earth that Hokusai has captured in his wave, nor as fascinating as the lenticular captured on this ruler.
28October2009
Traditional Sealing Wax Seal in Solid Brass - Oui
Silver Supple Sealing Wax
More French Items
J. Herbin’s seals are made in two separate parts: a 2-1/2 inch varnished wood handle and a screw-on 11/16 inch solid brass seal. The seal design is made to stay sharp through repeated use. We have created this special set including a handle and the brass stamp that reads, in a modern script:
especially for SilverCrow's customers. You can unscrew the parts to clean or to exchange stamps. We prefer our stamps to each have a handle.
Use with caution. Never leave burning or hot wax unattended. Not for children.
Made in France
23May2009
Price: $20.00 Per Set
To-Do Temporary Tattoo
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More Fun Stuff
Now here's the perfect solution for your shoddy short-term memory - a a tongue-in-cheek tribute to anyone who’s ever scribbled a reminder on the hand or wrist. Err, that would be about everybody, right? Our To-Do Tattoo kit includes 12 graphic To Do forms that you can apply to your body wherever it’s most convenient (or creative) and a skin-safe, washable-ink gel pen. You’ll never again have to make lame excuses for missing bowling night or Mom’s birthday.
25May2009
Was: $3.50 Now: $3.00 per Set
Traditional Sealing Wax Seal in Solid Brass - Merci
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Vintage Moore's Sautoir Fountain Pen Blotter
Ink & Other Pigments
Pens & Pencils
Other things French
What a great find this is! Each 6-1/4 inch wide vintage ink blotter advertises a specialty fountain pen for the working woman of the 1920s! Imagine!
The illustration features an old time nurse (cap and all) and doctor. Both are writing on medical charts as the patient recuperates in bed. Unused old store stock in excellent condition.
The description is right on the blotter. And the nurse is obviously using one of these really neat pens:
Moore's Sautoir Fountain Pen The ladies' favorite for professional, business and social use. With silk neck ribbon and gold or silver mountings, $4.25 up. Self-filling and non-leakable.
The pen is illustrated as though it is writing the advertisement itself in script:
Moore's won't leak
The sautoir (French for necklace) pen is perfect - wouldn't that be great even today - so that no one will walk away with your favorite pen! After all, in 1920, $4.25 was quite dear. That would be $45.26 today!
Of course you can use this great little piece of history for its intended purpose - to blot your ink, or, of course it makes a great collector's item.
Printed in USA
6April2009
Price: $2.45 each
Best Test Pik-Up - Crepe Rubber Cement Eraser
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We can't live without one or two of these around! This neat Pik-Up eraser is perfect for removing excess rubber cement and thick glues from tight corners and small areas. It measures only 2 by 2 inches by about 1/4 inch thick, making it really handy.
11March2009
Price: $3.65 each
Sun and Moon Glass Tokens or Paperweights
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Made by glass marble-makers, these lovely aurora borealis glass tokens feature celestial bodies. One is a happy sun shining in all its glory; the other a sleepy slice of a moon. Each measures 1-3/4 inch in diameter and a touch over 1/4 inch thick.
Carry one in your pocket and give the other away to a friend for good luck! Or, use them as paperweights as they are a bit heavier than our other tokens. They look nice in a little bowl with glass marbles, too!
Made in Mexico
11February2009
Was: $3.25 Now: $2.65 per set
Jesus Pencil Topper
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More Art Doll Supplies
Created as a pencil topper, this lovely rendering of Jesus might just make the perfect art doll. It is made of modern (safe) pewter and fits atop any standard sized pencil (with or without an eraser).
There is no adhesive to keep it on and it is a bit heavy (7 grams), so be careful when using your pencil so that it doesn't fly off and hit someone.
It measures about 3/4 inch by 5/8 inch. We are showing 4 pencil toppers for illustration.
Handmade in USA
was: $1.05 Now: 80¢ Each
yARTstick - 2000 years of Painting on 2000 MM
Now this is NOT the reason that this company made the yARTstick, but what we like to do with it is saw it up. There are tons of fine are paintings already on wood. So, saw them apart, add a bail, and voilà you have a pendant or charm, or a dollhouse painting, or, whatever you can dream up! By the running meter - the yARTstick presents, in four-color prints, highlights of 2,000 years of painting history. It allows you to tell at a glance that though the themes have barely changed, their manifestations certainly have. This wooden ruler features illustrations and a measuring stick in centimeters and millimeters.
On the yARTstick, the history of painting of the last 2000 years is depicted in 58 selected pictures. The selection process has yielded a mixture of world famous as well as lesser known motifs, which together express the most important themes, techniques and temperaments. The line of images illustrates the development through the centuries: From Roman funeral art and mosaics in the first centuries AD, through works of Islamic, Chinese and Mayan art, into the Renaissance and on to the modern era. Details of eyes and hands are recurring motifs throughout the two millenniums.
On one side of the yARTstick, folding ruler are the pictures. On the flip side, where the 2,000 years of painting history are divided into 2000 mm, the individual works of art are placed in their historical context and referenced according to the period and the artist, the title of the work, the technique used, the year of the work's creation and the country of origin. If the work is immobile, the city where it is located is also named.
6May2008
Price $29.95 each
Clipiola Spiral Paper Clips
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This handsome little tin holds 125 specially made high-quality spiral paper clips. Make a special statement with this 1-inch smaller round paperclip on your stationery, work notes, and more. We've even seen earrings made out of Clipiola!
Made in Italy
SilverCrow Classic, Updated 30January2009
Was: $8.50 Now: $7.50 per Tin
Elegant Ergonomic Eiffel Tower Eraser
This charming eraser is hard-working in its original function, cleaning up. It fits comfortably in hand, and is decorated to be displayed on your desk. These are so finely made that we initially thought them to be French-milled soap.
When writing of your adventures in Paris, you might choose to keep secret a few hours. Now you can use this fantastic eraser featuring the Eiffel Tower to do just that!
SilverCrow Classic
Price: $3.25 each
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Dog Bone Paper Clips
The perfect gift for the dog-lover who has everything - traditional-style paper clips shaped like dog bones! Well, actually, it could be any type of bone, we suppose. Your 50 clips arrive in a clear-topped magnetic tin.
Scrapbookers will love them for pages about pooches. And, they'll be great fun for attaching a veterinarian's business card to information (or invoices). And - don't forget Hallowe'en invitations...the possibilities are endless to be sure.
Made in China
Re-Added 23October2007
Price: $5.25 per Tin of 50
Dog Bone Eraser
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What fun for dog lovers and Halloween fans alike! These wonderful little dog bone erasers are the real think. They measure about 2 inches long by 1/2 inch wide and will lighten up your work area - and you'll be able to erase any bone-head mistakes, too!
03January2008
Price: 75¢ each
As seen in Martha Stewart Living
Natural horn Cup
More Useful Décor
Our horn cup makes a great holder for your smaller pencils, pens, brushes, and more. Horn cups were a common frontier accessory in the early days of the American West. Stuffed into a knapsack, a drink of water was never to be missed for lack of a vessel. The cup measures about 3 inches high and is made of natural horn.
Made in USA or Imported
18November2007
Was: $7.00 Now: $6.00 each
PaperFix Staple-less Stapler
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This handy little gizmo is the earth-friendly staple-less stapler you've been searching for! It's about the size of a D-Battery and is very lightweight.
The manufacturer tells us that it affixes up to four sheets of paper, but we've found that it will actually connect up to six lightweight sheets. It tears, tucks and folds the papers together very neatly - and you won't have to search for staples. Simple operating instructions are included.
We don't expect this little gadget to replace your stapler - especially if you are using one of SilverCrow's absolutely wonderful Zenith staplers! But, this is the tool you need when staples are not appropriate. It is especially handy for those temporary jobs - like sheets you intend to later shred - no paperclips or staples to remove - your shredder will thank you!
The picture above (as well as the Close-Up) shows the tools on the left and the actual "fix" on the right. We used 2 colors of paper so that you could more easily envision the attachment.
Available in translucent only.
Price: $7.25 Each
Carpenter Pencil Sharpener
More Specialty Tools
Color Carpenter Pencil Set
Now here's a tool that's been long awaited - a device specifically designed to sharpen those flat carpenter pencils. You know - the pencils that are designed to rest on a straight-edge to draw a straight line more accurately and easily.
Now the need to whittle the pencil to a point with a pen knife is over! Use this great little gizmo to sharpen your carpenter pencils more more easily and safely. And, it even works with other large-diameter pencils.
Made in Taiwan
16November2007
Price: $3.00 each
Colored Pencils - Carpenter Style - With a Sharpener!
More Stuff for Writing
Just the look is terrific - and it's useful, too! This set of 6 colored pencils are really carpenters' pencils - the long flat ones! Each measures 6 inches long and about 1/2 inch wide. Traditionally, these are whittled with a knife to sharpen, but with this set, there's a sharpener made just for carpenter pencils and other large pencils.
Price: $9.00 per Set
Frida Kahlo Directorio Telefónico (Telephone & Address Book)
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More Journals, Notebooks & Such
Our spiral bound Viva Frida Address and Telephone Directory is a must for all Frida Fans. Even if you're not in need of a new directory, you might want to consider this wonderful book for a base for your next altered book or journal project.
Each of the index pages exhibits a full-color image of artwork honoring Frida and her essence. On the back of each of theses pages is a traditional Mexican design in line drawing. There is even a Frida Paper Doll to cut out! The address pages include entries for the normal information as well as mobile numbers, email and birthdays - a refreshing change.
The book measures 7-1/2 by 5-1/2 inches. The illustration above includes the back and front covers. This is truly a wonderful work!
5May2007
Price: $17.75 each
Skull Eraser
More Day of the Dead Sundries
Top your pencils with our fun and scary skull eraser - or just set it on your desk or computer for effect! Each one measures about 1 inch wide by 1-1/4 inch high. You might even want to use this fellow's head as the centerpiece for a special Day of the Dead shrine or Art Doll.
16October2007
Price: 85¢ each
Decision Maker: Yes or No
Not sure of the answer? Maybe you're not even sure of the question. Do you have a hard time making decisions? Well, here's a little desktop do-ditty to help you choose between yes or no. Sorry, but more complex questions will have to be rephrased!
Just spin and the red ball will make the final decision. But, what if it lands between yes and no. Maybe... Oh-oh, maybe we should ask first if it should make the final decision. Oh, no - this could catch us in a never-ending loop! In any case, rest assured that this will be fun for anyone - especially those fast decision-makers!
15June2007
Price: $10.00 each
Soft Black Eraser
More Erasers and Desk Accessories
Made by General Pencil, this wonderfully soft black eraser is wonderful to use. It works just like any other eraser, but is especially useful for erasing charcoal and graphite (pencil) drawings. It measures 1 inch by 1-5/8 inches.
17February2007
Price: $1.55 each
Great Women Rulers Ruler
From Hatshepsut in the 15h century BC to Indira Gandhi of the 20th century and more, the our lacquered wooden ruler displays a list of Great Women Rulers on the back (toped with a likeness of Queen Elizabeth I.
The business side of the ruler includes measurements in both inches and centimeters.
13November2006
Price: $2.25 Each
Elegant Ergonomic Bird Eraser
More Crows & Ravens
More Birds of All Kinds
This charming eraser is hard-working in its original function, cleaning up. It fits comfortably in hand, and is decorated to be displayed on your desk. These are so finely made that we initially thought them to be French-milled soap. And, of course, we love the crow on the top!
4November2006
Set of 2 Pink Poodle Erasers
Pink French Poodle Erasers - oh la la! Our set of 2 poodle erasers (one pale pink, the other bright pink) is perfect for that little extra gift - a year-round stocking stuffer! They make great party favors for any Francophile, dog lover, or kitschy 50s fan. And, they are useful.
Sold in assorted sets of 2 (one of each color), the dogs are posed differently, so let us choose a set for you.
Price: $1.75 per Set
Puzzle Eraser (or, Eraser Puzzle?)
Not quite a Rubik's Cube, but a fun puzzle nonetheless, our 1-1/2 inch cube eraser puzzle pulls double duty - fun for fixing mistakes as well as fun as a brain teaser! Each eraser is packaged like a party favor in clear crinkly wrap.
Sold Out
Price: $1.75 Each
Set of 3 Elegant Heavyweight File folders - Paris Map
What better way to light up a dreary office day than dreams of the City of Lights - Paris. Use these fine quality heavyweight file folders emblazoned with Paris map for your dreary filings, and your day will brighten immediately!
These third-cut folders are standard letter size, so you can use them for any filing needs!
Set of 3
Price: $4.25
Circus Peanut Eraser
Can't eat these, but they make great party favors for a Circus, Carnival or Baseball themed party! And, they are useful, too! Add a pencil topped with Karl, the Pencil Monkey and you'll surely get smiles all around! Put a few in our Vintage Peanut Bag from Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus just for fun!
Available in USA only
Zenith 586 Staple Remover (Levapunti)
Zenith Staplers
Other Office Supplies & Desk Accessories
Plier-Style Staple Remover
If you really need a smaller staple remover, this is the one for you. It fits neatly in either hand and will remove just about any staple including the industrial staples that close corrugated boxes!
In the ZENITH 586 pocket staple remover you'll find a careful choice of the best materials, excellent finishing and a remarkable working precision - just like all of the other Zenith Products!
Price: $8.25 Each
Zulu Mbenge Telephone Wire Art Clip Holder - Turquoise Jewel tones
This stunning clip holder hails from the largest African Tribe (the Zulu). The Zulu have long been known for unmatched skill and artistry in weaving baskets from native grasses. Urban Zulu, faced with little access to natural materials, are now fashioning the same baskets from recycled telephone wire. This bright, washable and sturdy basket, or mbenge, is one of many created in unlimited colors combinations of intricate, mesmerizing designs. No two are alike - as the colors of the wire available and the patterns differ!
This gorgeous clip holder will make a striking statement in any room - particularly an office, art room or studio. It measures a bit over 3-1/2 inches in diameter at the top and is about 2 inches high. The inset picture shows the mesmerizing pattern on base of the holder.
You can certainly use this sturdy little bowl or just display it as elegant décor.
Wash in warm, soapy water. As it is woven, please don't expect it to hold liquids. It is not dishwasher safe. We recommend that you not use this for unwrapped food.
Made in South Africa
20November2007
Was: $26.50 Now: $20.00 Each
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Zenith 580 Staple Remover (Levapunti)
Zenith Staplers & Staples
This is absolutely the best - no exaggeration - staple remover on the planet! You must have one for yourself! Not only does it remove our Zenith Staples, but the Zenith 580 Staple Remover also removes just about every other staple imaginable with amazing ease -- even those huge ones in packing boxes (of course, they take a bit more effort!).
You'll find no sturdier precision-made tool around. In fact, when SilverCrow first received one, staples were coming out of everything...it is that much fun to use.
Price: $14.75 each
Spencerian Alphabet Blotter
More Blotters & Other Office Supplies
If you are fond of dip pens or fountain pens, then doubtless you've needed a blotter. This delightful blotter is new but have the appeal of a vintage one. Printed on one side of pale green blotting paper is the complete upper- and lower-case alphabets in an elegant Spenserian style script. Each measures approximately 7-1/8 x 4-1/4 inches.
Color of blotter may vary.
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