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Rare English Solid Sterling Silver Mansonic String Line Skirret 1923 Antique 78g
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Rare English Solid Sterling Silver Mansonic String Line Skirret 1923 Antique 78g

1900 - 1920
Sold 28 August 2025 · The Silver Squirrel
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A very rare and interesting English antique solid sterling silver string line / skirret. They were used by builders and stone masons, so are a Masonic symbol, as well as surveyors and gardeners for marking out straight lines. It is hallmarked for London 1923 with the makers mark being difficult to decipher. It has been superbly designed and is in super condition being free from dings splits and repairs, a little rough underneath see final photo. It measures over 5.75 inches (14.8cm) long by over 3.25 inches (8.5cm) wide and weighs 78 grams including the string. A very rare piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Silver Masonic Skirret to the 1920s.

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SA1151655
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33030
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A very rare and interesting English antique solid sterling silver string line / skirret.
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They were used by builders and stone masons, so are a Masonic symbol, as well as surveyors and gardeners for marking out straight lines.
The Silver Squirrel

It is hallmarked for London 1923 with the makers mark being difficult to decipher. It has been superbly designed and is in super condition being free from dings splits and repairs, a little rough underneath see final photo. It measures over 5.75 inches (14.8cm) long by over 3.25 inches (8.5cm) wide and weighs 78 grams including the string. A very rare piece.

Date of Manufacture

The Silver Squirrel has dated this Silver Masonic Skirret to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1151655
Dealers Internal Ref
33030
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An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare English Solid Sterling Silver Mansonic String Line Skirret 1923 Antique 78g

Archive II An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View II
Archive III An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View III
Archive IV An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View IV
Archive V An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View V
Archive VI An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View VI
Archive VII An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View VII
Archive VIII An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View VIII
Archive IX An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View IX
Archive X An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View X
Archive XI An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View XI
Archive XII An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View XII
Archive XIII An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View XIII
Archive XIV An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View XIV
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Archive XVIII An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top. View XVIII
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An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top.
RARE ENGLISH SOLID STERLING SILVER MANSONIC STRING LINE SKIRRET 1923 ANTIQUE 78g
Ref: SA1151655
An overhead view of a solid sterling silver masonic skirret featuring a pointed pin, a central frame wound with cord, and a turned finial top.
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  • ObjectMasonic Artefact
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian / Art Deco Transition
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Textile
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPointed pin end, Wound cord bobbin, Turned finial, Masonic symbolism

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The skirret is an architectural tool used in masonic symbolism to line out the ground for the foundation of a building, representing the unswerving line of duty.

While working tools were often crafted from wood or common metals, ceremonial or presentation pieces were frequently forged from solid sterling silver with wound flax or cotton cord.

Authenticity is verified by checking for authentic British hallmarks indicating the assay office, standard of silver, and date letter, alongside precise period craftsmanship and symbolic engravings.

This type of small collectible can be displayed within a glass-fronted cabinet, mounted in a shadow box, or placed as a curiosity on a study bookshelf.

Preservation requires storing items in a low-humidity environment, handling them with cotton gloves to prevent skin oils from causing tarnishing, and cleaning only with non-abrasive microfibre cloths.
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