Silver - Day One - 25th January 2011

Lot 33

An early 17th century silver bodkin

Estimate £180 - £220 | Hammer £260

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Description

An early 17th century silver bodkin, unmarked, circa 1620, tapering form, with an eye and 'Celtic cross' spatula terminal, engraved decoration, scratch initialled 'S', length 12.8cm, approx. weight 0.3oz. Purchased from Phillips, London, 19 January 1979.