This conductor's baton features an ornate repousse silver top, collar, and ferrule, all of which are hallmarked for:
'London 1920'
With a maker's mark:
'JH'
For the renowned manufacturer:
'Jonathan Howell'
Walking stick maker for:
'Henry Howell & Co'
'Henry Howell & Co walking sticks was founded in 1832 and was originally based at 76 Aldersgate, London. In its time, the cane manufacturer known as Henry Howell & Company, London, England was the largest and one of the world’s most prestigious makers of fine walking sticks.'
The top has a presentation reading:
'Presented to
Bandmaster WJ Clancy., R.W.F.
By the Lord Mayor of Cardiff
(Alderman James Taylor., J.P.)
14th June 1921'
'Cardiff is the largest city and capital of Wales. It is the main commercial centre of Wales and the location of the Senedd, the Welsh Parliament.'
The collar is furnished with a vacant cartouche, suitable for engraving.
Ebonized shaft ending in a repousse silver ferrule.
An ideal item for a musical collector or for use
Measurements:
Length - 45.5cm
Diameter of the top - 2.1cm
Diameter of the shaft under the top - 1.4cm tapering to 0.9cm
Very good condition with some very slight marks to the silver.
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SKU: A226674906644
£195.00Price
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