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Antique Italian Brass Letter Opener With Pewter Dog Handle

$354.44
$443.0420% Off
£265.67
£332.0920% Off
€300
€37520% Off
CA$486.93
CA$608.6720% Off
A$543.62
A$679.5220% Off
CHF 284.85
CHF 356.0620% Off
MX$6,654.40
MX$8,31820% Off
NOK 3,617.56
NOK 4,521.9520% Off
SEK 3,410.90
SEK 4,263.6220% Off
DKK 2,283.71
DKK 2,854.6420% Off
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About the Item

Dagger style letter opener featuring leaf-shaped blade and a handmade pewter handle depicting a hunt dog. It was made in Italy in the mid-late 19 th century by an unknown jeweler or metal craftsman. It has no signature. Measurements: H/L: 24.5 cm, W: 2.5 cm (blade), handle length: approx. 10.5 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.65 in (24.5 cm)Width: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Superficial ware and patina consistent with age. The blade has been polished/cleaned.
  • Seller Location:
    Esbjerg, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1782236587832

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