Edwardian Antique Silver & Enamel Admiral Lord Nelson Menu Holder

LEVI & SALAMAN, Birmingham 1905
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A fine and rare Edwardian parcel gilt silver and enamel Menu Holder formed from Naval Signal Flags mounted on crossed anchors and set on a circular pedestal base. The coloured signal flags depicting the famous message given by Admiral Lord Nelson just prior to the Battle of Trafalgar on 21st October 1805 : ""ENGLAND EXPECTS THAT EVERY MAN WILL DO HIS DUTY"". The bases engraved with the same legend in text.

By Levi & Salaman, Birmingham, 1905. Also stamped with design registration number 46859.

Sold - P.O.A.

Condition
In good condition with just one minute surface flake to the enamel of one flag, bottom left.
Dimensions
H
38 mm (1.50 inches)
DIA
44 mm (1.73 inches)
Weight
23.00 Grams (0.74 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
DC091213.40A
Medium
Silver & Enamel