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Horse Hoof Inkwell – Presentation Piece

Categories Presentation Piece, Stone/Marble/Ivory/Bone/Hoof/Leather
Type Horse Hoof
Material Horn/Bone/Tusk
Markings See narrative
Manufacturer Robbe & Berking
Origin England
Date or Era circa 1912
Measuring 5” x 4” x 5” high

This unique inkwell is fashioned from a horse’s hoof. The hoof is mounted with a metal band that features an engraved inscription. The inscription reads:

“A.M.N I  C O L – FROM A FEW COLLEAGUES ON The Daily Chronicle 12th March 1912”.

The inkwell has a decorative metal lid with a finial. This item was likely given as a commemorative gift, possibly to someone with the initials A.M.N, from their colleagues at The Daily Chronicle. The bottom is marked “R&B” (Robbe & Berking) and is numbered “5189”.

Sold for $195 in December 2024

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