antique tortoiseshell sterling silver letter opener with calendar

Description

A rare find, the like of which I haven't come across before. The letter opener is made from antique Tortoiseshell with stunning markings and colours from golden Champagne to rich chocolate brown.
Of course, what makes this a rare and highly collectable piece is the handle, made from solid English silver with enamel. The handle is, of course, a perpetual calendar changed by the little wheel, moved to line up the day with the date; the S for Sunday is red, rather than blue, and crossed through, as a day of rest.
The silver is hallmarked for Chester (rubbed) 1895 together with the makers mark for top-notch silversmith, Walker and Hall. Below this is an old inscription for "Ronald".
Excellent antique condition, a few little knocks to the handle but nothing of significance.
8" x 3/4" x 3/4".
Item: 43087
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Dimensions

Height = 20.3 cm (8")
Width = 1.9 cm (1")
Depth = 1.9 cm (1")

Antique Tortoiseshell & Sterling Silver Letter Opener With Calendar

Price

SOLD

Item Ref

43087

Description

A rare find, the like of which I haven't come across before. The letter opener is made from antique Tortoiseshell with stunning markings and colours from golden Champagne to rich chocolate brown.
Of course, what makes this a rare and highly collectable piece is the handle, made from solid English silver with enamel. The handle is, of course, a perpetual calendar changed by the little wheel, moved to line up the day with the date; the S for Sunday is red, rather than blue, and crossed through, as a day of rest.
The silver is hallmarked for Chester (rubbed) 1895 together with the makers mark for top-notch silversmith, Walker and Hall. Below this is an old inscription for "Ronald".
Excellent antique condition, a few little knocks to the handle but nothing of significance.
8" x 3/4" x 3/4".
Item: 43087
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK
FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England
Internal Ref: 43087

Dimensions

Height = 20.3 cm (8")
Width = 1.9 cm (1")
Depth = 1.9 cm (1")

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