Two novelty silver inkwells and stamp holders,

Two novelty silver inkwells and stamp holders,
one by Deakin & Francis, Birmingham 1900,
the other's maker's marks worn, Birmingham 1901, both in the form of coal scuttles, the hinged cover with the handle reveals the inkwell, and the front hinged cover reveals the stamp compartment, on four pad feet, length 7.5cm, total approx. weight 9oz. (2)

Provenance: A Private Collection Part III.