A charming hallmarked silver mounted letter opener or paper knife, from the late Victorian era. This useful item has a horn shaped, rope twist handle in hallmarked silver and a tortoiseshell blade with an angled point. The slender and flat shape of the blade would also serve well as a bookmark. A delightful and collectable piece with practical uses. Dimensions below.
Postage and packing :- £8.00 UK
£18.00 Europe
£24.00 Outside Europe
Condition :- Excellent, with no damage to the handle or blade.
Hallmarks :- Softening but readable, makers mark not present.
Date :- Birmingham 1899.
Length :- 14 cms.
Width (widest point) :- 1.4 cms.
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Internal Reference: ACA2046
Antique Number: SA1105707
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 14cm (5.5inches)
Width is 1.4cm (0.6inches)
Depth is 1.4cm (0.6inches)
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