Exceptional Large Victorian Novelty Silver Policeman's Lantern Sewing Etui / Vinaigrette

Thomas Johnson, London 1873
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An exceptional large Victorian novelty silver Sewing Etui combined with a Vinaigrette to the base, modelled as a Policeman's Bullseye Lantern, the clear glass lens covering a further hinged compartment, the hinged cover opening to reveal a silver gilt interior for pin storage and containing scissors, thimble, bobbins, tape measure, needle case, two bodkins, a steel stiletto and button hook with screw-on silver handle. The hinged base opening to reveal the Vinaigrette with silver gilt grill and interior. Attached handles and swivel clip.

By Thomas Johnson, London, 1873.

£2,875.00

Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
76 mm (2.99 inches)
W
62 mm (2.44 inches)
DIA
37 mm (1.46 inches)
Weight
195.00 Grams (6.27 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
PB171122.25
Medium
Silver