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Shoe Shaped Sterling Silver & Faux Tortoise Shoe Horn

About the Item

Vintage shoe shaped sterling silver and faux tortoise shoe horn complete with a sensible heel, 'slingback' handle and decorative buckle. Hallmarked on the underside. CONDITION Good vintage condition with a small flaw to the faux tortoise in the form of an inclusion as shown in photograph 13. The flaw cannot be felt on the surface and is not a crack. MEASUREMENTS The shoe horn measures 11" long x 2" tall when in sitting position x 1.5" wide at one end tapering to 1" wide at the back end.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Length: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Place of Origin:
    Germany
  • Period:
  • Material Notes:
    Sterling silver combined with faux tortoise resin.
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition with a small flaw to the faux tortoise in the form of an inclusion as shown in photograph 13. The flaw cannot be felt on the surface and is not a crack.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU487318246272
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