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Antique Silver Square Capstan Ink Well London
CJ Antiques
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Antique Silver Square Capstan Ink Well London

1900 - 1920
For Sale by CJ Antiques
Description

A good quality silver inkwell with the makers mark for The Gold and Silversmiths co, London with date code for 1909.

Having the original glass liner.

Excellent condition

Measures 4.25" square x 2"h

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

CJ Antiques has dated this Silver Capstan Desk Inkwell to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA424109
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Description
A good quality silver inkwell with the makers mark for The Gold and Silversmiths co, London with date code for 1909.

Having the original glass liner.

Excellent condition

Measures 4.25" square x 2"h

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

CJ Antiques has dated this Silver Capstan Desk Inkwell to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA424109
CJ Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
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Telephone 07929 760779
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United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cj
Verified Since Aug 2009
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An antique square hallmarked silver capstan inkwell shown with its hinged lid opened to reveal a glass reservoir insert.
Antique silver square capstan ink well London
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An antique square hallmarked silver capstan inkwell shown with its hinged lid opened to reveal a glass reservoir insert.
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A capstan inkwell is a desk accessory designed to store writing ink, named after its resemblance to a ships nautical capstan with a wide, flared base for stability and a hinged lid covering a glass reservoir.

Antique silver inkwells were typically crafted from sterling silver or silver plate, often featuring internal glass or ceramic liner pots and weighted lead or resin bases to prevent tipping.

Authentic English silver inkwells display a set of official hallmarks stamped onto the metal, including the makers mark, standard mark, town assay mark, and date letter, often repeated inside the lid rim.

An antique silver inkwell can be placed on an executive office desk, library shelf, or console table alongside leather-bound books and traditional stationery to create an understated accent.

Antique silver inkwells should be gently wiped with a soft cotton cloth and silver polish, taking care to avoid submerging weighted bases in water or spilling chemical cleaners onto original glass liners.
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