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Leather Hunting Whip. Silver Collar Military Riding Crop. Major Stothert.
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Leather Hunting Whip. Silver Collar Military Riding Crop. Major Stothert.

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Krave Antiques
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This fabulous antique military riding crop or hunting whip which has a leather covered shaft has brown leather hand braiding to one end and a heavy weighted ball to the other.

This handsome quality WW1 era whip is fitted with a silver hallmarked collar which dates to 1916 and has an engraved inscription which reads..

Presented To

Major W Stothert

From Civilians

Pitt Corner V.H

September 1916.

A wonderful tactile whip.

Material: Silver. Leather.

Date: 1916.

Hallmark: Lion for Sterling Silver. Anchor for Birmingham. Date letter r for 1916. Maker's mark MP.

Dimensions: Length of solid handle: 60 cm (20"). Total Length: 200 cm (79").

Weight: 480 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. Some bruises, general wear and scratches. Repair to the end of the whip. 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 Leather Hunting Whip to the 1910s.

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SA1240668
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SLARC3627
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This fabulous antique military riding crop or hunting whip which has a leather covered shaft has brown leather hand braiding to one end and a heavy weighted ball to the other.
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This handsome quality WW1 era whip is fitted with a silver hallmarked collar which dates to 1916 and has an engraved inscription which reads.
Krave Antiques

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fig 1. A dark brown braided leather hunting whip with a turned knob handle and an engraved silver collar resting coiled on a wooden surface.
fig 1. Leather Hunting Whip. Silver Collar Military Riding Crop. Major Stothert.

Presented To

Major W Stothert

From Civilians

Pitt Corner V.H

September 1916.

A wonderful tactile whip.

Material: Silver. Leather.

Date: 1916.

Hallmark: Lion for Sterling Silver. Anchor for Birmingham. Date letter r for 1916. Maker's mark MP.

fig 2. A dark brown braided leather hunting whip with a turned knob handle and an engraved silver collar resting coiled on a wooden surface.
fig 2. Leather Hunting Whip. Silver Collar Military Riding Crop. Major Stothert.

Dimensions: Length of solid handle: 60 cm (20"). Total Length: 200 cm (79").

Weight: 480 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. Some bruises, general wear and scratches. Repair to the end of the whip. 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 Leather Hunting Whip to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240668
Dealers Internal Ref
SLARC3627
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Archive I A dark brown braided leather hunting whip with a turned knob handle and an engraved silver collar resting coiled on a wooden surface.

Leather Hunting Whip. Silver Collar Military Riding Crop. Major Stothert.

Archive II A dark brown braided leather hunting whip with a turned knob handle and an engraved silver collar resting coiled on a wooden surface. View II
Archive III A dark brown braided leather hunting whip with a turned knob handle and an engraved silver collar resting coiled on a wooden surface. View III
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Archive VII A dark brown braided leather hunting whip with a turned knob handle and an engraved silver collar resting coiled on a wooden surface. View VII
Archive VIII A dark brown braided leather hunting whip with a turned knob handle and an engraved silver collar resting coiled on a wooden surface. View VIII
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Archive X A dark brown braided leather hunting whip with a turned knob handle and an engraved silver collar resting coiled on a wooden surface. View X
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A dark brown braided leather hunting whip with a turned knob handle and an engraved silver collar resting coiled on a wooden surface.
Leather Hunting Whip. Silver Collar Military Riding Crop. Major Stothert.
Ref: SA1240668
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  • ObjectEquestrian Collectibles
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian Equestrian
  • MaterialLeather, Silver
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBraided leather thong, Turned leather handle, Engraved silver collar

This equestrian collectible takes the form of a military riding crop and hunting whip originating from the Victorian equestrian period around 1910. The piece is constructed from dark brown leather and solid silver, presenting a heavy weighted ball handle, a leather-covered shaft, and a braided leather thong coiled alongside. Further examination reveals an engraved inscription upon the silver hallmarked collar alongside light signs of use, general wear, bruises, scratches, and a repair near the end of the thong. The solid handle measures 60 cm in length, with a total length of 200 cm. In a contemporary home, this tactile artifact finds a natural place displayed on a bookshelf or within a gentleman's library. The design integrates easily into traditional studies or heritage-inspired interior schemes where equestrian collectables contribute historical character. Collectors of military memorabilia and riding history can appreciate the engraved presentation details alongside the rich patina of the aged leather and polished metal hardware.

FAQs

Hunting whips were developed primarily for field sports and military horsemanship, serving as both a riding aid and a functional tool for managing hounds or livestock. Typically featuring a leather lash and a rigid shaft, they evolved into ceremonial and presentation pieces presented to officers or prominent members of a hunt.

Traditional riding crops and hunting whips were crafted using plaited or smooth hide leather, gut, or whalebone cores for flexible strength. High-status pieces incorporated solid sterling silver, nickel, or antler bone mounts, often decorated with engine turning or bespoke inscriptions.

Authentic period pieces feature hallmarks stamped into the silver collar indicating the silversmith, purity, and year of manufacture. Additionally, hand-plaited leather showing genuine age-related patination and hand-engraved inscriptions reflect historical craftsmanship rather than modern reproduction techniques.

Equestrian accoutrements are frequently displayed as curio pieces on dark wood bookshelves, laid across an executive desk, or mounted within a shallow glazed frame on a gallery wall to enhance a traditional or rustic design scheme.

Leather should be kept away from direct heat sources to prevent cracking and treated periodically with specialist leather balm. Silver collars should be gently polished with a soft microfibre cloth, taking care to avoid harsh chemicals that could degrade adjacent leather.
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