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19th C. Victorian Silver Letter Opener Carnelian Handle

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19th C. Victorian Silver Letter Opener Carnelian Handle

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Description

**Originally Listed At $400**

Western Europe, England, ca. mid to late 19th century CE. A lovely letter opener with a carnelian handle and sterling silver blade. The blade has a pointed tip and cutting edge that run to a handle decorated with encircling ribs and incised lines above a faceted carnelian stone. A small rivet attached the stone to the tang of the blade. A fancy opener for a time when letters were the main source of communication! Size: 6.125" L x .5" W (15.6 cm x 1.3 cm); quality of silver: 94%

Provenance: ex-estate of Eldert Bontekoe, Pegasi Numismatics, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA acquired before 2000

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Condition

Abrasion to carnelian stone with resurfacing adhesive in that area. The blade tip has a surface abrasion and nicks to the surface. The tip and edge are sharp.

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19th C. Victorian Silver Letter Opener Carnelian Handle

Name: 19th C. Victorian Silver Letter Opener Carnelian Handle
SKU: 106660819
Price: 175 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $750

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