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The Silver Squirrel has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
2.1918' possibly of the Duke of Cornwall's light Infantry who served in the Boer War. It is in superb condition being free from dings splits and repairs. It works perfectly with a strong mechanism and is clean and gilded inside. It is far larger than most measuring approx. 2 inches (5cm) tall by 2.25 inches (5.8cm) wide excluding the loop and weighs 50 grams. A very high quality fascinating example.
The Silver Squirrel has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
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