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Henry Matthews

Name: English Silver Memento Mori Pipe Tamper
Brand: Henry Matthews
Price: 1375 USD
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English Silver Memento Mori Pipe Tamper

1900

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Description

Unusual English sterling silver pipe tamper made by Henry Matthews, Sheffield.

In the form of a top hat-wearing human skull, a popular expression of memento mori during the Victorian period.
Tampers are used to pack tobacco in a pipe.
Fully marked.

Condition Report

Revive

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Like New

Minor signs of wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions

Height: 2.7 inches / 6.86 cm

Diameter: 0.6 inches / 1.52 cm

Materials

Sterling Silver

Period

Victorian

Decorative Style

Traditional Style

Country of Origin

United Kingdom

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