This walking stick features a traditional antler Fritz handle and is furnished with a decoratively engraved silver collar hallmarked for:
'Birmingham 1918'
With a makers mark:
'N&H'
For the well-known Birmingham silversmiths:
'Nathan & Hayes'
'George Nathan and Ridley Hayes – were silversmiths who entered their first joint mark in 1897 in Birmingham. They were particularly known for their Arts & Crafts interpretation of early English silver, producing tea sets and caddies, bowls, baskets and desk sets.
They traded under the name Nathan & Hayes and had premises in both Birmingham and Hatton Gardens in London.Hayes ceased to appear in records in 1912 but the firm continued trading as Nathan & Hayes. They were bought by S Blanckensee & Sons.'
The collar features a vacant cartouche which is vacant & suitable for engraving.
Ebonized shaft with an original metal ferrule.
A smart item, perfect for use or a collector.
Measurements:
Length - 86cm
Diameter of the handle - 10.3cm
Diameter of the shaft below the collar - 1.8cm
Weight - 240g
Very good condition with some dings to silver & rubbing to hallmarks. Use marks consistent with age.
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SKU: A226752766726
£119.00Price
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