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William Spratling, letter opener

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Description

William Spratling
letter opener

USA/Mexico, c. 1960
sterling silver, ebony
7.75 w × 1.25 d × 0.75 h in (20 × 3 × 2 cm)

Signed with impressed hallmark to blade: [925 William Spratling Mexico].

Condition

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William Spratling, letter opener

Name: William Spratling, letter opener
SKU: 66950543
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500

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