Hi Tony,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
I'll give this the benefit of the doubt that its from Virginia - if there are any marks anywhere, please let me know so I can include them in this appraisal.
This is an instance where the sentimental value of it being in your family outweighs its value on the open marketplace.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An Antique American brass and pine coffee grinder
possibly made in Virginia, mid/late 19th Century
The square box-form grinder with top-mounted crank grinder, the box fitted with a single long drawer with bent metal sides.
7 1/2 inches high, 6 1/2 inches wide, 6 1/2 inches deep
CONDITION: with wear commensurate to age and use.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$25-35*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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