Rare Victorian nickel plated brass ''MacNeills Patent Stamp Applicator'', circa 1880.
Opposing spring loaded plates allow the loading of a stack of postage stamps enabling application directly onto the envelope.
The top plate with a bust of Queen Victoria, ''Patent'' and M monogram for MacNeill.
The plain bottom plate held by four tabs which retain the stamps.
1'' x 13/16'' x 3/8'' or 26.3mm x 21.5mm x 9.3mm weight 8 grams
All in very good condition with no damage or repair very light wear.
Not cleaned or polished.
Rare in hallmarked solid silver rarer still as this budget base metal version
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Internal Reference: 231208
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1088172
Dateline of this antique is 1880
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