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Description
Sterling Silver Birmingham Desk Set 1864, Engraved foliate designs, with monogram "V" on all pieces, except letter holder has monogrammed "S". Comprises Ink well with glass insert, wax seal, pen tray, letter holder / caddy, calendar frame, 4 blotter corners, stamp box, letter opener, rocking blotter, paper clip. Makers William Hutton & Sons (on wax stamp) and Williams Birmingham Ltd. Some makers marks indistinct, however the engraved pattern appears to be consistent. Approx. Measurements: Gross Weight (w/out glass inkwell) 1281grams (41.185ozt).Domestic Shipping: $40
Condition
Overall very good condition. Professional restoration to letter opener where the handle bends to form the blade; blotter corners have bends and dings to the edges; Letter holder has some stress fractures where the front meets the bottom support; Perpetual calendar holder is missing the paper calendar pages.
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10pc Sterling Silver Birmingham Desk Set 1864 Engraved foliate designs
Estimate $1,200 - $1,500
Starting Price
$1,000
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Item located in Wilmington, CA, USOffers In-House Shipping
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May 5th Decorative Silver & Jewelry
Wilmington, CA, USA
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