Silver, Vertu, Coins & Medals - 19th & 20th July - 19th July 2016

Lot 498

An early 17th century silver bodkin

Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £220

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Description

An early 17th century silver bodkin,

maker's mark possibly L in a shield, circa 1620,

plain flattened tapering hexagonal form, with an eye and slot, and a small 'cup' spatula, length 14.6cm, approx. weight 0.4oz.