Description
A rare find and the largest we have had of this type. The letter opener is made from period 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 Birmingham 1933 together with the makers mark for G W Lewis & Co.
Excellent condition measuring 9 5/8" x 1" x 3/4".
Item: 43388
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Dimensions
Height = 24.4 cm (10")
Width = 2.5 cm (1")
Depth = 1.9 cm (1")
Tortoiseshell & Silver Paper Knife / Letter Opener With Perpetual Calendar
Price
SOLD
Item Ref
43388
Description
A rare find and the largest we have had of this type. The letter opener is made from period 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 Birmingham 1933 together with the makers mark for G W Lewis & Co.
Excellent condition measuring 9 5/8" x 1" x 3/4".
Item: 43388
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK
FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England
Internal Ref: 43388
Dimensions
Height = 24.4 cm (10")
Width = 2.5 cm (1")
Depth = 1.9 cm (1")
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.