This walking stick features a Fritz handle and is furnished with a silver crown at each end of the handle. There is a silver collar hallmarked for: 'London 1931' With a maker's mark: 'HP&S'  For the silversmith: 'Henry Perkins & Sons' 'Henry Perkins started out making mounts for pipes from c.1880 and took his sons as partners, the style of the firm changing to Henry Perkins & Sons from c.1900. In 1923 they took 2 stands at the British Industries Fair in which to show their skills and produce.' The collar is engraved with a presentation: 'Presented to W. Griffiths Cashier to GKB Port Talbot 1931' 'GKB were Guest, Keen & Baldwin, a heavy iron & steel manufacturer in the Cardiff & Port Talbot area at the turn of the 20th century.' Ebonized shaft with an original brass ferrule.  A smart item, perfect for use or a collector.  Measurements: Length - 91.5cm Diameter of the handle - 13.1cm Diameter of the shaft below the collar - 1.7cm Weight - 305g

Good condition with use marks consistent with age & dings to silver crowns. Rubbing to hallmarks.