Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
These were made with a “counter weight” mechanism and chain so that the pin stayed closed.
Good clear marks to the reverse of the pin. H S Ellis Exeter 1847 Reg October 21 1847.
Super condition.
L 11.5 cm
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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