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Antique Tortoiseshell & Sterling Silver Letter Opener with Calendar
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Antique Tortoiseshell & Sterling Silver Letter Opener with Calendar

19th century
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Description

A rare find, the like of which I haven't come across before. The letter opener is made from antique Tortoiseshell with stunning markings and colours from golden Champagne to rich chocolate brown.

Of course, what makes this a rare and highly collectable piece is the handle, made from solid English silver with enamel. The handle is, of course, a perpetual calendar changed by the little wheel, moved to line up the day with the date; the S for Sunday is red, rather than blue, and crossed through, as a day of rest.

The silver is hallmarked for Chester (rubbed) 1895 together with the makers mark for top-notch silversmith, Walker and Hall. Below this is an old inscription for "Ronald".

Excellent antique condition, a few little knocks to the handle but nothing of significance.

8" x 3/4" x 3/4".

Item: 43087

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Physical Dimensions
Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
1.9cm (0.75")
Depth
1.9cm (0.75")
Declaration

Puckerings has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA799372
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43087
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Description
A rare find, the like of which I haven't come across before.
The letter opener is made from antique Tortoiseshell with stunning markings and colours from golden Champagne to rich chocolate brown.
Puckerings

Of course, what makes this a rare and highly collectable piece is the handle, made from solid English silver with enamel. The handle is, of course, a perpetual calendar changed by the little wheel, moved to line up the day with the date; the S for Sunday is red, rather than blue, and crossed through, as a day of rest.

fig 1. Antique Tortoiseshell & Sterling Silver Letter Opener With Calendar
fig 1. Antique Tortoiseshell & Sterling Silver Letter Opener with Calendar

The silver is hallmarked for Chester (rubbed) 1895 together with the makers mark for top-notch silversmith, Walker and Hall. Below this is an old inscription for "Ronald".

Excellent antique condition, a few little knocks to the handle but nothing of significance.

8" x 3/4" x 3/4".

Item: 43087

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
1.9cm (0.75")
Depth
1.9cm (0.75")
Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA799372
Dealers Internal Ref
43087
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Antique Tortoiseshell & Sterling Silver Letter Opener With Calendar
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