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Rare Turnbull Crested English Sterling Silver Skewer Letter Opener 1792
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Rare Turnbull Crested English Sterling Silver Skewer Letter Opener 1792

18th century
Sold 15 October 2022 · The Silver Squirrel
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Description

A rare Georgian solid sterling silver skewer (now generally used as letter openers). It is hallmarked for London 1792 with the maker’s marks being rubbed. It has a been superbly designed being engraved with a bulls head crest used by both the Turnbull and Bulkeley Families. it is in super condition being free from dings splits and repairs. It measures approx. 7 inches (18cms) long and weighs 26 grams. A rare example.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

The Silver Squirrel has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA932501
Dealers Internal Reference
29770
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Description
A rare Georgian solid sterling silver skewer (now generally used as letter openers). It is hallmarked for London 1792 with the maker’s marks being rubbed.
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It has a been superbly designed being engraved with a bulls head crest used by both the Turnbull and Bulkeley Families.
The Silver Squirrel

it is in super condition being free from dings splits and repairs. It measures approx. 7 inches (18cms) long and weighs 26 grams. A rare example.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

The Silver Squirrel has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA932501
Dealers Internal Ref
29770
The Silver Squirrel
The Silver Squirrel
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2021
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Archive I RARE TURNBULL CRESTED ENGLISH STERLING SILVER SKEWER LETTER OPENER 1792 SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Turnbull Crested English Sterling Silver Skewer Letter Opener 1792

Archive II RARE TURNBULL CRESTED ENGLISH STERLING SILVER SKEWER LETTER OPENER 1792 View II
Archive III RARE TURNBULL CRESTED ENGLISH STERLING SILVER SKEWER LETTER OPENER 1792 View III
Archive IV RARE TURNBULL CRESTED ENGLISH STERLING SILVER SKEWER LETTER OPENER 1792 View IV
Archive V RARE TURNBULL CRESTED ENGLISH STERLING SILVER SKEWER LETTER OPENER 1792 View V
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The Silver Squirrel

The Silver Squirrel
Telephone 07858 061802
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West Lindsey
Lincolnshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/thesilversquirrel
Verified Since Jun 2021
Items For Sale 142
Items Sold 2,800
The Silver Squirrel
The Silver Squirrel
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Location: West Lindsey, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/thesilversquirrel
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RARE TURNBULL CRESTED ENGLISH STERLING SILVER SKEWER LETTER OPENER 1792
RARE TURNBULL CRESTED ENGLISH STERLING SILVER SKEWER LETTER OPENER 1792
Ref: SA932501
RARE TURNBULL CRESTED ENGLISH STERLING SILVER SKEWER LETTER OPENER 1792
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  • Period18th century
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in)
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