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Sterling and Crystal Inkwell
| Categories | Silver |
| Material | Glass, Silver |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | Comyns, William |
| Origin | England |
| Date or Era | circa 1898 |
| Measuring | 3 ¾” diameter; 2 ⅜” high |
An inkwell with sterling silver reticulated repoussé mounts and a hinged domed lid is decorated with scallops and a floral motif. The crystal base has a deeply cut starburst radiant design. It bears the maker’s mark of William Comyns, London, dated 1898.
Sold for $270 in May 2010
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