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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1800s.
The two holders for the inkwells are also pierced and contain two beautiful inkwells made from a thick very deep Bristol Blue coloured glass, with cut decoration. The centre has a small candle holder for a small thin candle which as well as supplying light on the desk-top would have been used to melt sealing wax.
A real beauty, in excellent condition measuring 8" x 4 1/2" (including ring handle).
Item ID: 34130
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1800s.
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English Georgian Silver Plated Inkstand / Inkwell / Standish C.1810
