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An Unusual Welsh Letter Opener - Chip Carved, Open Lantern
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An Unusual Welsh Letter Opener - Chip Carved, Open Lantern

19th century
Description

This is a most unusual early to mid 1800s letter opener. Probably originating from Wales having features similar to the Welsh lovespoons. The handle is finely chip carved, shaped with two open lanterns, each containing a moving ball, (the number of balls on a lovespoon is suppose to represent how many children the suitor would like). So maybe it was made as a love token.

The letter opener measures approx 23cm l x 1.5cm w for the bottom section.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Declaration

Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

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SA897599
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Description
This is a most unusual early to mid 1800s letter opener. Probably originating from Wales having features similar to the Welsh lovespoons.
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The handle is finely chip carved, shaped with two open lanterns, each containing a moving ball, (the number of balls on a lovespoon is suppose to represent how many children the suitor would like).
Opus Antiques

So maybe it was made as a love token.

The letter opener measures approx 23cm l x 1.5cm w for the bottom section.

Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA897599
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An Unusual Welsh Letter Opener - chip carved, open lantern
An Unusual Welsh Letter Opener - chip carved, open lantern
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An Unusual Welsh Letter Opener - chip carved, open lantern
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