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Glass Inkwell with Sterling Overlay
| Categories | Silver |
| Material | Glass, Silver |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | Scharling & Co. |
| Origin | United States |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 3 ¼” diameter; 3 ¼” high |
A spherical glass inkwell decorated with silver overlay in an Art Nouveau water lily pattern. Made by Scharling & Co., it is marked with the “S” trademark over “STERLING”.
A similar example was added. It is marked “Sterling” and numbered 545. Unable to determine the maker.
Sold for $269 in February 2024
Sold for $245 in August 2024
#545 example sold for $308 in March 2025
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