Lot 236
  • 236

A George IV silver-gilt coral and bells, Charles Rawlings, London, circa 1820

Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • maker's mark at top, others below, date letter not clear

  • coral, silver
  • length 5 1/4 in.
  • 13.4 cm
with six bells hung from serpent heads, with central band of roses, thistles and other flowers, with whistle top and coral teether.

Condition

some overall wear, repairs at one or two snake heads
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