Lot 518
A George III silver rattle, having coral handle mounted to the foliate engraved stem, with...
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Lot 518
A George III silver rattle, having coral handle mounted to the foliate engraved stem, with...
Lot 518
Lot Description
A George III silver rattle, having coral handle mounted to the foliate engraved stem, with central knop with reeded banding suspending four bells and surmounted with a whistle, hallmarked probably for John Bettridge, Birmingham 1819, length inclusive of coral handle 3 4/8 inches (9 cm). Together with George V silver vesta case, having foliate decoration with engraved shield cartouche, hallmarked W H Haseler Ltd., Birmingham 1911, height 2 4/8 inches (6.5 cm). Gross weight inclusive of coral 2.1 ozt (67 grams). (2).
Postage: Auction Default
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Condition Report
Rattle displaying signs of wear and marks commensurate with age and use. Hallmarks with rubbing and distortion so partly illegible. Few small dints to bell and marks to coral. Vesta case in fair condition with small dent to either side, and light signs of wear and rubbing to surface. Hallmarks with rubbing but still legible, hinge in working order.
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