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Victorian Silver Basket-Hilted Broad Sword Letter Opener, E.H. Stockwell, 1873
$1,329.52List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Edward H. Stockwell (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.34 in (16.1 cm)Width: 1.15 in (2.9 cm)Depth: 1.03 in (2.6 cm)
- Style:Late Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1873
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor tarnishing and wear to the letter opener. A couple of minor dings to the sword and scabbard commensurate with age. Hallmarks are clear. Please see photographs for confirmation of condition.
- Seller Location:Glasgow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: Item No: - 15741stDibs: LU5263219093462
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