Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
After the seal hardened, it was almost impossible to secretly open the letter, because the wax would break.
This piece unscrews in two places, the base, maybe to store seals and the central body for the wax taper.
Striker to the base.
C1830
It measures 15cm h x 8cm d.
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items
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Antique Treen Wax Jack
