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Masonic Walking Stick Sword Stick 1889
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Masonic Walking Stick Sword Stick 1889

19th century
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Hallmarks for Birmingham 1889 superb solid silver hammer head grip in exceptional good condition, Sticks Ebony the overall lengths 86 cm  the handles lengths 10.5 cm sticks diameter from tops 2 cm tapering down to ferrule 1.5cm from the superb blades tip to top of handle being 80cm, reference DBSD5   Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com

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Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this Antique Masonic Walking Cane to the 1890s.

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Hallmarks for Birmingham 1889 superb solid silver hammer head grip in exceptional good condition, Sticks Ebony the overall lengths 86 cm  the handles lengths 10.5 cm sticks diameter from tops 2 cm tapering down to ferrule 1.5cm from the superb blades tip to top of handle being 80cm, reference DBSD5   Tel: +44 7505 165 843 We accept online payments for all our items listed: Bank transfer cash on collection or if wishing over the phone using your debit or credit cards, also doing layby payments plan, or email giving your address details & contact number and we shall send you your items invoice to make payment with your card. Send your request to - john.strong2@gmail.com
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Sovereign Antiques Of Nuneaton has dated this Antique Masonic Walking Cane to the 1890s.

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A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base.
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Archive I A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base.

Masonic Walking Stick Sword Stick 1889

Archive II A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base. View II
Archive III A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base. View III
Archive IV A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base. View IV
Archive V A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base. View V
Archive VI A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base. View VI
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Archive X A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base. View X
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A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base.
MASONIC WALKING STICK SWORD STICK 1889
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A Victorian dark wood walking cane featuring a decorative silver handle and a brass protective ferrule at the base.
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  • ObjectWalking Sticks & Canes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialHardwood, Silver, Metal
  • ColourBlack and Silver
  • MotifsPistol grip handle, Dark wood shaft, Engraved silver collar, Metal ferrule

This Victorian walking stick is a gentleman's library accessory from 1889. The piece comprises an ebony hardwood shaft in a black finish, fitted with a solid silver hammer head pistol grip handle, an engraved silver collar, and a protective metal ferrule at the base. The slender, tapering shaft measures 86 cm in total length, with the handle measuring 10.5 cm in length. Today, this cane sits practically beside the front door in a hallway or library. The design brings period character to a modern interior, functioning as both a decorative display piece and a traditional walking aid. The contrasting black wood and silver metal components create a distinct visual silhouette suitable for daily retrieval or historical collection.

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During the Victorian era, walking sticks served as essential mens fashion accessories while often incorporating concealed mechanisms or fraternal symbols. Fraternal groups, including the Freemasons, frequently commissioned custom canes featuring engraved symbols or hidden steel blades for ceremonial presentation and personal security.

High-quality canes from this era typically feature dense hardwood shafts made from ebony, rosewood, or malacca cane. Handles were frequently fashioned from hallmarked sterling silver, brass, or carved horn, while hidden blades were forged from high-carbon steel.

Authentic period canes show natural wear along the ferrule tip and handle, along with precise hand-engraved details or official silver hallmarks. Concealed mechanisms should fit flush against the wood shaft with period-appropriate internal fitting construction.

System canes and walking sticks make striking accent pieces when arranged in a vintage brass or ceramic umbrella stand in an entryway. Alternatively, they can be mounted horizontally inside a glass wall case or styled along a bookshelf in a study.

Apply a mild microcrystalline wax to polished wooden shafts and condition the metal fittings with a dry silver cloth. Ensure concealed steel components are kept dry and lightly oiled to prevent oxidation and maintain smooth mechanism movement.
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