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.Antique Austrian Silver Desk Blotter  C.1900
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.Antique Austrian Silver Desk Blotter C.1900
BD827

A substantial Antique Austrian Silver Desk Blotter designed in a classic French style. The large, oval finial is awash in an ornate figural fauna motif and is bordered by a beautiful beaded edge. And the four corners of the blotter are decorated with a soft scroll design. A century ago, blotters were necessary for blotting the ink from paper after using a fountain pen. Nowadays, they make perfect paperweights while adding a fabulous flourish to any desk. Made in Austria, circa 1900. Nice Patina.... Click for details

$2,250
Antique Austrian Silver Inkwell Circa 1900
Antique Austrian Silver Inkwell Circa 1900
BD833

An Antique Austrian Silver Inkwell on pedestal designed in a classic French rococo style. And the hinged cover is adorned with a charming figural scroll finial that adds the perfect final flourish to this fabulous piece. Ideal for a desk in a library or study. Made in Austria, circa 1900. Fully Hallmarked. Nice Patina. Excellent Condition. Approx. 25 troy ounces. The inkwell stands 5 ¼ in. high and measures 4 in. in diameter around the body of the piece.

$1,950
Goodnow And Jenks Silver Mounted Inkstand, Circa 1895
Goodnow And Jenks Silver Mounted Inkstand, Circa 1895
AS936

This is a stately Goodnow and Jenks sterling silver mounted Inkstand with an inlaid mahogany base. The sterling penholder and the sterling tops of the crystal bottles are all marked with Goodnow and Jenks’ hallmark and sterling. The mahogany stand has a sterling gallery and double penholder and the center of the stand is inlaid with a satinwood neoclassical motif. The two crystal bottles are each mounted with a beaded sterling silver hinged lid. The inkstand is beautifully made in the Englis... Click for details

$1,500
Antique German Silver Figural Fox Cigar Cutter  C. 1900
Antique German Silver Figural Fox Cigar Cutter C. 1900
BE625

A beautifully formed Antique German 800/1000 fine Silver Figural Fox Head Cigar Cutter. The fox head is etched to depict the fox’s fur and the remaining length of the cigar cutter is adorned with a wonderful applied leaves design. German Hallmarks, circa 1900. The cigar cutter measures 5 ½ in. in length and 1 in. in width.

$3,250
Antique Horn Cigar Cutter  C. 1910
Antique Horn Cigar Cutter C. 1910
BE696

An Antique Horn Cigar Cutter with a cigar cutter mechanism set into the horn. The cigar cutter measures approx. 9 in. in length and 1 ¾ in. in width. Very Good Condition.

$325
Antique Austrian Silver & Ivory Cigar Cutter  C.1900
Antique Austrian Silver & Ivory Cigar Cutter C.1900
BE693

An Antique Ivory Handled Cigar Cutter mounted with a fabulous figural Austrian Silver Boar’s Head Mount. The hinged jaw creates the cutting mechanism for clipping the tip of the cigar. Decorative Garnet eyes. Austrian Hallmarks, circa 1900. Lovely Patina. Excellent Condition. The cigar cutter measures approx. 11 ½ in. in length and 1 ¼ in. in width.

$3,950
Antique Horn & Sterling Cigar Cutter  London 1909
Antique Horn & Sterling Cigar Cutter London 1909
BE698

An Antique English Horn Cigar Cutter with a simple Sterling Silver Mount. Made in London, England. Dated 1909. Fully Hallmarked. Excellent Condition. The cigar cxutter measures approx. 7 ¼ in. in length and 1 ¼ in. in width.

$325
Caldwell Sterling Figural letter Opener Page Turner
Caldwell Sterling Figural letter Opener Page Turner
AU366

This elegant J.E.Caldwell of Philadelphia letter opener, page turner has a beautifully cast figure of William Penn as it’s handle. The blade is acid etched with “N.W.D.A. October 1896” in an Art Nouveau scrolling style. The reverse is hallmarked with J.E.Caldwell & Co. and Sterling. This is a knife that could serve many purposes…it could be used purely decoratively, for serving food, or on a desk as a page slice or even a letter opener. The piece is of heavy gauge. Length: 6 1/2 Inches. C... Click for details

$375
Cartier Sterling Silver Ash Tray As Wine Taster Form
Cartier Sterling Silver Ash Tray As Wine Taster Form
BA326

Unusual Cartier Ash Tray in the Form of a French wine taster but with a piece to rest the cigarette. Beautifully formed with reeded loop handle. Fully hallmarked on bottom with CARTIER, hallmark with the silver grade 950 in a cartouche and MADE IN FRANCE. Diameter 2 1/4 inches. 4 inches over handle and cigarette holder. Nice weight. Nice patina. We have 12 pieces available that we are selling individually.

$275
Howard Sterling Co Silver Letter Opener Circa 1890
Howard Sterling Co Silver Letter Opener Circa 1890
BA499

This is a wonderful American sterling silver figural letter opener made by the Howard Sterling Company of Providence, Rhode Island, circa 1890. The handle of the letter opener is realistically cast in the shape of a French Musketeer. This letter opener is a true collectible and would be a wonderful conversation piece on any desktop. The letter opener is of nice weight and of heavy gauge. Length: 8 1/4 Inches. Condition: Excellent Estate Condition.

$895
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Paper Clip Nymph
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Paper Clip Nymph
BD365

American sterling silver paper clip embossed with a beautiful semi-clad Nymph. Scene depicts a winged nymph perched on a rock outcropping on a pond with fauna. This piece is in pristine condition. Spring in paper clip is working well, very tight. Decoration on this piece is truly 3D. Hallmarked on the back “sterling”. Size 2 3/4 by 1 3/4 inches. Art Nouveau c. 1900.

$645
Parrot Head English Sterling Letter Opener Page Turner
Parrot Head English Sterling Letter Opener Page Turner
BE280

A most unusual very large letter opener/page turner made in London 1886 by Ebenezer Newman. The top is in the form of a large Parrot head with glass eyes. The head is well worked with figural feathers all engraved. The blade is wood with a very dark finish. Full set of Victorian sterling silver hallmarks on the head. Original monogram A.L.E. on slightly gilded mount above the wood blade. You can feel the sterling silver head is of thick gauge silver and is heavy to the feel. Silver head is in ... Click for details

$3,000

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