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Large Rare Sterling Silver Military Inkwell Kings African Rifles 1937 1kg 8+Inch
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Large Rare Sterling Silver Military Inkwell Kings African Rifles 1937 1kg 8+Inch

1920 - 1940
Sold 15 March 2025 · The Silver Squirrel
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A huge very interesting and very impressive English sterling silver capstan inkwell. It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1937 with the maker being WNLtd. It has been interesting presented to a Captain of the Kings African Rifles. It is in very good condition being free from splits chips cracks and repairs, just a couple of small dimples (see final photos), and light scratches from polishing. It is very large measuring over 8 inches (21cms) across the base by 3.5 inches tall and weighs 1kg, (the base will of course be plaster filled). A very interesting piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Sterling Silver Inkwell to the 1930s.

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A huge very interesting and very impressive English sterling silver capstan inkwell. It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1937 with the maker being WNLtd. It has been interesting presented to a Captain of the Kings African Rifles.
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It is in very good condition being free from splits chips cracks and repairs, just a couple of small dimples (see final photos), and light scratches from polishing.
The Silver Squirrel

It is very large measuring over 8 inches (21cms) across the base by 3.5 inches tall and weighs 1kg, (the base will of course be plaster filled). A very interesting piece.

Date of Manufacture

The Silver Squirrel has dated this Sterling Silver Inkwell to the 1930s.

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SA1121375
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A large round sterling silver military inkwell featuring engraved inscriptions and signatures, topped with a central cap bearing a regimental crest.
LARGE RARE STERLING SILVER MILITARY INKWELL KINGS AFRICAN RIFLES 1937 1kg 8+inch
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A large round sterling silver military inkwell featuring engraved inscriptions and signatures, topped with a central cap bearing a regimental crest.
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  • ObjectInkwells
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRegimental crest, Engraved inscriptions, Multiple signatures, Stepped cap

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Military presentation silver comprises items commissioned by officers messes or individual regiments to mark significant retirements, marriages, or campaigns, often carrying high historical and intrinsic value.

British silver from this era is typically crafted from 925 standard sterling silver, bearing standard assay office hallmarks indicating the maker, city, and date letter for year of manufacture.

Authenticity is verified by checking clear hallmarking, makers marks, the quality of the engraving, and examining the internal glass or ceramic ink liner and weighted base construction.

Such pieces are traditionally placed on a leather-topped partner desk or mahogany bureau within a study or library setting to anchor the workspace with period character.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a specialized non-abrasive silver cloth or mild detergent in warm water, avoiding harsh dips that can strip desirable patination or damage engraved inscriptions.
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