Nicely Carved Little Beaver old knife tray not plastic) in a couple

not plastic) in a couple of spots around the edges

Minor paint loss-- a little along the side of the left ear and interior of the right ear

The fabric and stretching around the edges indicate that these molas were made for use

They have lost their original box

I just love the evocativeness of the phrase though

Nicely Carved Little Beaver old knife tray not plastic) in a coupleJust a beautifully carved little beaver, with smooth, wide and flat tail, but no bared front teeth, so it looks quite friendly, and a bit mouse like too. Burned into the center of its belly on the underside are the initials JRH, which has not led me to its maker. 5 1 8" l x 1 1 8" w x 1 3 4" t and in excellent vintage condition.