Silver - Day One - 25th January 2011

Lot 37

An early 17th century silver bodkin

Estimate £150 - £200 | Hammer £240

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Description

An early 17th century silver bodkin, maker's mark W?, circa 1640, plain tapering form, with a slot and eye, prick dot initialled 'E.E', with prick-dot engraved flowers, length 15.1cm, approx. weight 0.4oz. Purchased from Shredds, 6 October 1981.