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Antique engraved silver whistle with an anchor emblem and the initials S.B., probably from the United Kingdom, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century, made of .925 silver, weighing 35 g with dimensions of 7 cm in length and 1.5 cm in width and height, in good used condition with minor wear and with worn, partially faded contrasts, tested as silver and featuring a mobile ring at one end for hanging.
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Old engraved silver whistle – Emblem with anchor and initials S.B. – Europe, probably United Kingdom – late 19th / early 20th century
Interesting and uncommon antique whistle made of silver, with elegant artisanal execution and lavish decoration through engraving.
The entire surface features rich ornamentation of floral, vegetal and geometric motifs, arranged in different registers around the body. The emblem formed by an anchor accompanied by the initials “S.B.” stands out, a composition that is prominently integrated into the decoration and could correspond to an old insignia, the owner's monogram, or a maritime-related reference.
The anchor is particularly interesting from an attribution point of view, since this symbol is historically associated with Birmingham silversmithing; however, as it is integrated here together with the initials S.B. within an ornamental composition, it cannot be identified with certainty as an official contrast, so the British attribution should be considered probable and not definitive.
There are also two small old contrasts currently very worn, whose full reading is not possible. Some characters, possibly letters, are partially discernible, but not enough to make a responsible identification of the silversmith.
The piece has been tested as silver using different testing methods.
The whistle retains, at one end, a solid movable ring that allowed it to be suspended from a chain, cord, or personal accessory.
An attractive collectible piece, especially interesting for the quality of its engraving, its excellent decorative presence, and the enigmatic emblem of the anchor with the initials S.B.
Weight: 35 g
Length: 7 cm
Width: 1.5 cm
Height: 1.5 cm
Material: silver, tested
Estimated period: late 19th – early 20th century
Probable origin: United Kingdom / Europe
Condition: good state of conservation for its age, with small signs of use and natural wear. The contrasts are partly erased.
Old engraved silver whistle – Emblem with anchor and initials S.B. – Europe, probably United Kingdom – late 19th / early 20th century
Interesting and uncommon antique whistle made of silver, with elegant artisanal execution and lavish decoration through engraving.
The entire surface features rich ornamentation of floral, vegetal and geometric motifs, arranged in different registers around the body. The emblem formed by an anchor accompanied by the initials “S.B.” stands out, a composition that is prominently integrated into the decoration and could correspond to an old insignia, the owner's monogram, or a maritime-related reference.
The anchor is particularly interesting from an attribution point of view, since this symbol is historically associated with Birmingham silversmithing; however, as it is integrated here together with the initials S.B. within an ornamental composition, it cannot be identified with certainty as an official contrast, so the British attribution should be considered probable and not definitive.
There are also two small old contrasts currently very worn, whose full reading is not possible. Some characters, possibly letters, are partially discernible, but not enough to make a responsible identification of the silversmith.
The piece has been tested as silver using different testing methods.
The whistle retains, at one end, a solid movable ring that allowed it to be suspended from a chain, cord, or personal accessory.
An attractive collectible piece, especially interesting for the quality of its engraving, its excellent decorative presence, and the enigmatic emblem of the anchor with the initials S.B.
Weight: 35 g
Length: 7 cm
Width: 1.5 cm
Height: 1.5 cm
Material: silver, tested
Estimated period: late 19th – early 20th century
Probable origin: United Kingdom / Europe
Condition: good state of conservation for its age, with small signs of use and natural wear. The contrasts are partly erased.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
35 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Over 200 years old
No
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
1.5 cm
Width
1.5 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1880-1920
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