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Mappin & Webb Solid Silver Royal Wedding Letter Opener, Boxed – 1981

$306.18
£225
€264.34
CA$420.64
A$469.60
CHF 246.06
MX$5,748.39
NOK 3,125.02
SEK 2,946.50
DKK 1,972.78

About the Item

Mappin & Webb Solid Silver Royal Wedding Letter Opener, Boxed – 1981 A finely crafted solid sterling silver letter opener by esteemed British silversmiths Mappin & Webb, created to commemorate the marriage of HRH Prince Charles to Lady Diana Spencer on 29th July 1981. The handle is adorned with a cast medallion bearing conjoined profiles of the royal couple, with the surrounding inscription reading: “The Marriage of HRH The Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer 29th July 1981.” Fully hallmarked for Birmingham, 1981, with maker’s mark “MNWB” for Mappin & Webb Ltd. Presented in its original fitted case with velvet and silk lining, bearing the royal warrant. A fine piece of royal memorabilia and an elegant desk accessory from one of Britain’s leading silversmiths. Dimensions: Length: 18 cm Weight: 29.3 grams Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with age. Case with minor scuff marks externally.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 1.19 in (3 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1981
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with age. Case with minor scuff marks externally.
  • Seller Location:
    Worcester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5847245438602

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