Walking stick - Bamboo, sterling silver - Jonathan Howell

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Elegant antique bamboo and sterling silver walking cane, Birmingham 1919 by Jonathan Howell, with a curved silver‑mounted handle and a rubber tip, in excellent condition.

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Elegant Antique Walking Cane in Bamboo and Sterling Silver – Birmingham 1919
​Splendid vintage piece that blends the exoticism of natural bamboo with the refined English silverwork craft
​This refined walking cane is an authentic collectible dating back to the early twentieth century. The shaft is made of carefully selected bamboo wood, a material highly sought after in the Edwardian era for its unique combination of lightness, flexibility, and natural beauty. The wood knots are well defined and the shaft terminates in a classic ergonomic curved grip.
​Finishes in Sterling Silver and Hallmarks
​The cane is embellished with solid silver decorations, finely hand-engraved with ornamental volute motifs. On the "vera" (the central collar) are the original British hallmarks that certify authenticity:
​The Lion Passant: Symbol of Sterling Silver (purity .925).
​The Anchor: Assay Office mark of Birmingham, England.
​The Letter "u": Identifies the exact year of production, 1919.
​Producer's mark "JH": Attributable to the historic firm Jonathan Howell, one of the most prestigious luxury cane makers of the era.
​Details and Condition
​Material: Natural bamboo wood and Sterling Silver.
​Grip: Curved model with a silver-engraved terminal tip.
​Base: Equipped with a black rubber ferrule to protect the wood and ensure a quiet and safe walk (easily removable if you prefer the bare ferrule).
​Condition: Excellent. The bamboo is intact and solid, with no cracks. The silver shows a splendid patina and the hand-engraved details are still perfectly crisp.
​A piece of great class and distinction, ideal for collectors or as a prestigious antique gift.
Height 86 x 13 cm

Elegant Antique Walking Cane in Bamboo and Sterling Silver – Birmingham 1919
​Splendid vintage piece that blends the exoticism of natural bamboo with the refined English silverwork craft
​This refined walking cane is an authentic collectible dating back to the early twentieth century. The shaft is made of carefully selected bamboo wood, a material highly sought after in the Edwardian era for its unique combination of lightness, flexibility, and natural beauty. The wood knots are well defined and the shaft terminates in a classic ergonomic curved grip.
​Finishes in Sterling Silver and Hallmarks
​The cane is embellished with solid silver decorations, finely hand-engraved with ornamental volute motifs. On the "vera" (the central collar) are the original British hallmarks that certify authenticity:
​The Lion Passant: Symbol of Sterling Silver (purity .925).
​The Anchor: Assay Office mark of Birmingham, England.
​The Letter "u": Identifies the exact year of production, 1919.
​Producer's mark "JH": Attributable to the historic firm Jonathan Howell, one of the most prestigious luxury cane makers of the era.
​Details and Condition
​Material: Natural bamboo wood and Sterling Silver.
​Grip: Curved model with a silver-engraved terminal tip.
​Base: Equipped with a black rubber ferrule to protect the wood and ensure a quiet and safe walk (easily removable if you prefer the bare ferrule).
​Condition: Excellent. The bamboo is intact and solid, with no cracks. The silver shows a splendid patina and the hand-engraved details are still perfectly crisp.
​A piece of great class and distinction, ideal for collectors or as a prestigious antique gift.
Height 86 x 13 cm

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
Birmania
Title additional information
Jonathan Howell
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
sterling silver, Bamboo
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
86 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1919
ItalyVerified
62
Objects sold
93.75%
Private

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