Antique English Sterling Silver and Crocodile / Alligator Skin Hip Flask
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31431
Description
A stunning and most handsome English hip or liquor flask with removable solid / sterling silver removable drinking cup.The top half of the flask is covered in a shiny cognac coloured piece of crocodile or alligator skin. The cap has a bayonet style fitting which requires a turn and lift action and retains it's cork to the interior to prevent evaporation of the precious contents.
The removable cup also retains it's gold washed gilded interior protecting the silver.
Both the cup and cap are struck with the English hallmark for Sheffield 1899 making this a true Victorian example. Both pieces also bear the makers initials J D & S for the famous silversmith James Dixon & Sons.
Excellent condition, measuring 5 7/8" tall x 3" wide. Quality and style.
Item ID: 31431
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