Mamluck v. United States

There are two articles of merchandise involved in the present case, both imported under the tariff act of 1913. These are metal necklace clasps valued at more than 20 cents per dozen pieces, and small coin-passes composed of metal and glass valued at less than 20 cents per dozen pieces. It is conceded for the purposes of this case that both articles are. designed for use in the manufacture of jewelry.

The collector classified the necklace clasps as “ parts of jewelry,” and assessed duty thereon at the rate of 60 per cent ad valorem under paragraph 356 of the act. The compasses were classified…