It was listed by The Silver Squirrel. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
The Silver Squirrel has dated this piece to the 1920s.
It would have sat on the after dinner table allowing the gent's to light and re-light their cigars. It measures approx. 5.5 inches (13cm) across including the handles and 4 inches (10cm) excluding them by 2.5 inches (6.3cm) tall and weighs 112 grams. A beautifully made rare piece.
The Silver Squirrel has dated this piece to the 1920s.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the The Silver Squirrel Profile Page