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Antique Italian Brass Letter Opener With Pewter Dog Handle

$239.71
$442.9946% Off
£176.08
£327.2446% Off
€201.22VAT Included
€37546% Off
CA$330.78
CA$615.0246% Off
A$336.70
A$626.3346% Off
CHF 191.66
CHF 359.5446% Off
MX$4,064.26
MX$7,557.7846% Off
NOK 2,234.84
NOK 4,166.8746% Off
SEK 2,261.78
SEK 4,224.1146% Off
DKK 1,534.32
DKK 2,859.7346% Off

About the Item

Dagger style letter opener featuring leaf-shaped blade and a handmade pewter handle depicting a hunt dog. It was made in Italy in the mid-late 19 th century by an unknown jeweler or metal craftsman. It has no signature. Measurements: H/L: 24.5 cm, W: 2.5 cm (blade), handle length: approx. 10.5 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.65 in (24.5 cm)Width: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Superficial ware and patina consistent with age. The blade has been polished/cleaned.
  • Seller Location:
    Esbjerg, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1782236587832

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