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Beautifully preserved, authentic late-1930s/1940’s E.S. Lowe Mah Jongg set. Featuring butterscotch Bakelite tiles, multi-color swirled Catalin racks with stamped brass logo plates, and rare transitional factory jokers, this set is a fantastic addition for serious collectors or active players. Tile Inventory (162 Total Pieces) with
2 Original Factory-Engraved \"MAH-LOWE\" Jokers: Rare late-1930s transition clown jokers (1 red, 1 black).
Racks & Accessories:
5 Authentic Catalin Racks: Multi-color swirled racks (2 Yellow, 2 Green, 1 Red) featuring built-in brass coin posts and color-coded betting chips.
Stamped Logo End Plates: Racks feature original stamped brass plates marked with the E.S. Lowe N.Y. diamond logo and \"MADE IN U.S.A.\"
Case & Key: Original dark alligator-embossed hard case with green felt lining and diagonal \"An Exclusive LOWE Creation\" corner label. Includes the original working brass key! Condition Notes:
Tiles & Case: Tiles are in good, clean vintage condition. Case interior felt and latches are intact and sturdy. Historical original owner notes remain attached to the inner lid and have been left untouched to preserve provenance.
Racks: All 5 racks are sturdy and all brass coin posts/chips are fully functional. Shows minor vintage wear, including missing plastic end-stopper bumpers on rack ends, as clearly shown in photos. Sold as-is in original vintage condition. Please inspect all photos for exact cosmetic detail.