Victorian Sterling Silver Oil Lamp Base, Birmingham 1887, Richard Martin & Ebenezer Hall Victorian sterling silver oil lamp base made in Birmingham, 1887 by Richard Martin & Ebenezer Hall. Details: - Maker: Richard Martin & Ebenezer Hall - Date: 1887, Birmingham assay office - Purity: Sterling Silver 925 - Weight: 426 grams - Height: 18 cm - Diameter: 10 cm - Design: Fluted and wrythen design with armorial crest engraving on the body - Condition: Fair condition with natural age-related patina. Small dent on the body as shown in photos. No major repairs. - Hallmarks: Clear and visible on the base. Anchor mark for Birmingham, lion passant for sterling silver, date letter "L" for 1887. - Mechanism: The needle turns smoothly. Brass burner is fitted but cannot be removed. - Included: Lamp base only. Glass chimney is NOT included. - Notes: Original silver base later fitted with brass burner, common for converted Victorian silver pieces. Shipping: Shipping from Madrid, Spain. Item will be packed securely for international shipping.