ANTIQUE SILVER PLATED CAPSTAN INKWELL
An antique silver plated ship’s capstan inkwell, with the original insert. The lid slides inside the well, and is sprung, so when it is half open it shuts automatically. When fully opened it stays opened. The base is made of iron. Stamped English Make on the edge.
Age: early 19th century
Condition: Good usable condition. Aged patina (I have not polished it). The iron base is rusty. Only very slight plate loss on edges (need a jeweller’s loupe to spot it!)
Height: 6.5 cm (2 ½ in) approx
Diameter of base: 11.2 cm (4 ⅜ in)
Weight: 285 g (10.1 oz)
Stock number: 4048
PRICE £59 (incs UK shipping)
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