Monday 17 June 2013 | 10:00 | Lots: 459

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Lot 447

Lot 447

A small collection of novelties comprising an early twentieth century small silver vanity...

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Lot 447

Lot Description

A small collection of novelties comprising an early twentieth century small silver vanity compact, initialled with mirror insert to the lid, hallmarked London 1914, a silver vesta case with engine turned decoration, hallmarked Birmingham 1917, a continental small match strike with removable wick, a modern silver cigar piercer, hallmarked Birmingham 1975, a silver mounted fruit knife with mother of pearl handle, hallmarked Sheffield 1929 and white metal thimble. (6).

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In varied state, displaying general surface scratches, marks and wear commensurate with the age and use. Heavy tarnishing visible and would benefit from a clean and polish. Match strike is dented, possible French hallmarks visible. Hinge to fruit knife is at fault and does not hold open, the steel insert has also deteriorated/rusted, mother of pearl chipped. Hallmarks where present are clear and legible. The thimble is unmarked, possibly plated.





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