Silver, Early Spoons & Collectors' Items - 25th April 2006

Lot 105

A rare George III Irish provincial mounted cowrie shell

Estimate £1,500 - £2,000 | Hammer £1900

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Description

A rare George III Irish provincial mounted cowrie shell, with bright cut borders, initialled 'WB', by Cardin Terry and Jane William, Cork, c.1805, 2.5in (6.5cm).