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Delightful George V Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by William Henry Leather, Birmingham 1915
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Delightful George V Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by William Henry Leather, Birmingham 1915

1900 - 1920
Sold 30 November 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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This charming silver and red banded agate "trowel" bookmark is dated Birmingham 1915 and bears the marks of William Henry Leather. The engraved silver ferrule inset with a banded agate handle. The translucent agate handle a delicate and elegant colour. The blade fully hallmarked. it is a small example.

Hallmarks:

W.H.L for William Henry Leather.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "q" for 1915.

Dimensions:

Length: 6.5cm / 2.6 inches.

Maximum width: 1cm / 0.3 inches.

Condition:

Reasonable.

Agate handle in perfect condition.

Clear Hallmarks.

Silver blade uneven.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

UK: £5 Royal Mail tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Agate Bookmark to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1179141
Dealers Internal Reference
NOVE78
Description
This charming silver and red banded agate "trowel" bookmark is dated Birmingham 1915 and bears the marks of William Henry Leather. The engraved silver ferrule inset with a banded agate handle. The translucent agate handle a delicate and elegant colour. The blade fully hallmarked. it is a small example.
fig 1. An antique silver trowel bookmark featuring a polished banded agate handle and engraved detailing.
fig 1. Delightful George V Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by William Henry Leather, Birmingham 1915

Hallmarks:

W.H.L for William Henry Leather.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "q" for 1915.

Dimensions:

Length: 6.5cm / 2.6 inches.

Maximum width: 1cm / 0.3 inches.

Condition:

Reasonable.

Agate handle in perfect condition.

fig 2. An antique silver trowel bookmark featuring a polished banded agate handle and engraved detailing.
fig 2. Delightful George V Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by William Henry Leather, Birmingham 1915

Clear Hallmarks.

Silver blade uneven.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

UK: £5 Royal Mail tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Agate Bookmark to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1179141
Dealers Internal Ref
NOVE78
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Delightful George V Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by William Henry Leather, Birmingham 1915

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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 137
Items Sold 2,220
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An antique silver trowel bookmark featuring a polished banded agate handle and engraved detailing.
DELIGHTFUL GEORGE V SILVER AND BANDED AGATE TROWEL BOOKMARK BY WILLIAM HENRY LEATHER, BIRMINGHAM 1915
Ref: SA1179141
An antique silver trowel bookmark featuring a polished banded agate handle and engraved detailing.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBookmarks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSilver, Banded Agate
  • ColourSilver and Orange-Brown
  • MotifsTrowel shape, Banded stone handle, Engraved ferrule, Maker hallmarks
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 1 cm (0 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Trowel-shaped bookmarks gained popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often crafted as novelty items for readers and scholars. These miniatures mirrored full-sized masonry trowels, sometimes humorously associated with laying the groundwork for reading.

They were typically constructed from sterling silver, featuring hallmarks indicating the assay office, maker, and year of production. Handles were frequently fashioned from decorative hardstones such as banded agate, carnelian, or mother-of-pearl.

Authenticity is verified by checking for legible makers marks and standard sterling silver hallmarks stamped directly onto the metal blade. The natural inclusions, weight, and cool touch of genuine banded agate also distinguish vintage pieces from modern replicas.

This piece can be displayed resting on an open volume atop a coffee table, bookshelf, or office desk as part of a curated tablescape. Its polished silver and warm stone add a touch of historical craftsmanship to contemporary study spaces.

Store the item in a dry environment and gently clean the silver using a specialist microfibre cloth to avoid abrasive scratching on the stone handle. Harsh chemical dips should be avoided, particularly where the metal meets the banded agate adhesive.
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