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Antique Brigg Leather Whip. 12ct Gold Riding Crop. Duke of Portland 1917.
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Antique Brigg Leather Whip. 12ct Gold Riding Crop. Duke of Portland 1917.

1900 - 1920
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This fabulous antique riding crop or whip which is by premier British luxury goods manufacturer Thomas Brigg & Sons of London has been hand braided in brown leather with a heavy weighted ball to one end, leather strap to the other and has a Charles Cooke 12 ct gold collar which dates to 1917.

This high quality whip is engraved to the gold collar with Duke of Portland and his address of 3 Grosvenor Square.

In 1917 the Duke of Portland was William Arthur Charles Cavendish-Bentinck (the 6th Duke of Portland). He was known for his vast estates, his involvement in horse racing, and his role in the Conservative party.

A handsome whip by a prestigious maker that has a wonderful tactile feel.

Hallmarked: Fully hallmarked with Leopards head for London. Date letter b for 1917. 12 .5 for 12 carat gold and Maker's mark of C.C Brigg London for Charles Cooke and Brigg.

Dimensions: Length: 60 cm (23 1/2") in total. Ball Handle Diameter: 4 cm (1 1/2").

Weight: 322 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the whip is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

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Krave Antiques has dated this Antique Leather Riding Crop to the 1910s.

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This fabulous antique riding crop or whip which is by premier British luxury goods manufacturer Thomas Brigg & Sons of London has been hand braided in brown leather with a heavy weighted ball to one end, leather strap to the other and has a Charles Cooke 12 ct gold collar which dates to 1917.
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This high quality whip is engraved to the gold collar with Duke of Portland and his address of 3 Grosvenor Square.
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fig 1. An antique woven dark brown leather riding crop featuring a polished gold collar band and a leather keeper loop at the tip.
fig 1. Antique Brigg Leather Whip. 12ct Gold Riding Crop. Duke of Portland 1917.

In 1917 the Duke of Portland was William Arthur Charles Cavendish-Bentinck (the 6th Duke of Portland). He was known for his vast estates, his involvement in horse racing, and his role in the Conservative party.

fig 2. An antique woven dark brown leather riding crop featuring a polished gold collar band and a leather keeper loop at the tip.
fig 2. Antique Brigg Leather Whip. 12ct Gold Riding Crop. Duke of Portland 1917.

A handsome whip by a prestigious maker that has a wonderful tactile feel.

Hallmarked: Fully hallmarked with Leopards head for London. Date letter b for 1917. 12 .5 for 12 carat gold and Maker's mark of C.C Brigg London for Charles Cooke and Brigg.

fig 3. An antique woven dark brown leather riding crop featuring a polished gold collar band and a leather keeper loop at the tip.
fig 3. Antique Brigg Leather Whip. 12ct Gold Riding Crop. Duke of Portland 1917.

Dimensions: Length: 60 cm (23 1/2") in total. Ball Handle Diameter: 4 cm (1 1/2").

Weight: 322 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the whip is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Antique Leather Riding Crop to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204811
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Antique Brigg Leather Whip. 12ct Gold Riding Crop. Duke of Portland 1917.

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An antique woven dark brown leather riding crop featuring a polished gold collar band and a leather keeper loop at the tip.
Antique Brigg Leather Whip. 12ct Gold Riding Crop. Duke of Portland 1917.
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During the Edwardian era, riding crops were essential accessories for equestrian activities, personal transport, and hunting. Higher-status pieces were frequently crafted by specialist makers in London and featured gold or silver mounts engraved with owner initials, crests, or presentation dates.

Traditional construction typically involved a core of whalebone or cane wrapped in tightly hand-braided leather or gut. Handles often incorporated turned horn, bone, or silver, while decorative mounts were executed in gold, sterling silver, or nickel.

Authentic period crops usually carry hallmarked metal collars identifying the assay office, date letter, and makers mark. Renowned makers such as Swaine & Adeney or Brigg stamped their names directly onto the metal collar or handle.

Antique sporting items can be framed inside a custom shadow box or displayed horizontally across a bookshelf or desk top. They are frequently incorporated into gallery wall displays alongside vintage equestrian prints and framed maps.

Leather elements should be kept in a climate-controlled environment away from direct heat sources to prevent cracking. Applying a small amount of specialist leather conditioner helps maintain flexibility, while gold mounts require only gentle buffing with a soft microfibre cloth.
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