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Antique Vanity Shaving Dresser Box/ Travel Set Of 14 Pieces With Original Box

$6,800
£5,203.27
€5,955.19
CA$9,603.39
A$10,437.24
CHF 5,593.41
MX$126,726.60
NOK 70,221.81
SEK 65,120.06
DKK 44,477.97

About the Item

Step into the times long gone with this amazingly preserved military officer's antique travel shaving set. Date letters on the sterling silver pieces date the items between the years 1839 to 1842. It was originally commissioned at T. Briggs of 27 Piccadilly Street. The owl engraved on the sterling tops is a symbol of prudence and wisdom, which reveals something about the original owner of this beautiful set. This set includes: 5 crystal pieces fitted with sterling silver tops 1 sterling silver shaving brush 8 pieces of various tools made of bone and metal including: - 2 pairs of scissors - 2 pieces of razor blade - 1 button hook - 1 pencil - 1 small knife - 1 steel worm and peg cork screw 1 straight razor strop Total number of pieces: 15 With original box and key Time period: mid 19th century
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    mid 19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bernardsville, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3819225450372

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