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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
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Mother of Pearl Quill Machine

19th century
Description

A rare mother of pearl and German silver quill machine.

Two blades both marked for Mappin Brothers Sheffield.

This is circa 1852.

In one end is a replacement? knibber.

It is in super condition and very rare being in mother of pearl.

Both knives are in good order, shut very well.

On the front is a plaque bearing the original owners initials.

L 9.5 cm W 1.5 cm

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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

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Description
A rare mother of pearl and German silver quill machine.

Two blades both marked for Mappin Brothers Sheffield.

This is circa 1852.

In one end is a replacement? knibber.

It is in super condition and very rare being in mother of pearl.

Both knives are in good order, shut very well.

On the front is a plaque bearing the original owners initials.

L 9.5 cm W 1.5 cm

Date of Manufacture

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA754002
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2020
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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
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Location: Wiltshire, United Kingdom
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