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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Combination Whistle and Rattle

$2,057.32
£1,495
€1,780.15
CA$2,870.06
A$2,911.17
CHF 1,662.36
MX$35,255.16
NOK 19,569.99
SEK 19,505.04
DKK 13,306.75

About the Item

An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique Victorian sterling silver combination whistle and rattle; part of our diverse silverware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver baby rattle and whistle has a bulbous shaped form. The panelled surface of the knopped body is plain and unembellished, with bead decorated borders to the central bulbous portion. The impressive antique silver rattle is fitted with four articulated, functional bells attached intermittently around the bulbous body. This large sterling silver rattle/whistle articulates and suspends from a circular ring loop style handpiece. The body of this Victorian baby rattle incorporates a whistle, accessible from the opposing end to the handle. Such large examples are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This antique Victorian baby rattle/whistle is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the rattle are all very clear. Dimensions Length 16.2cm/6.4" Diameter 4.5cm/1.8" Weight 2.4 troy ounces/73.4g Maker: Colen Hewer Cheshire (Strong Probability) Date: 1884 Origin: Birmingham, England Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Victorian silverware.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.4 in (16.26 cm)Diameter: 1.8 in (4.58 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1884
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C62051stDibs: LU1200226017382

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