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Sterling Silver Indian Chief Inkwell
| Categories | Figural - Persons |
| Type | Native American Indian |
| Material | Glass, Silver |
| Markings | Hallmark: Sterling with entwined UB mark of Unger Brothers on the collar |
| Manufacturer | Unger Brothers |
| Origin | United States |
| Date or Era | circa 1895 |
| Measuring | Measurement: 3” x 3” x 3” (to top of the lid) |
This sterling silver capped inkwell features an elaborate Native American Indian Chief in headdress. The hinged lid tops a square crystal inkwell with a starburst design cut in the underside.
Unger Brothers, a premier American silver maker, operated in Newark, NJ from 1872 – 1910, and were known for their intricate Art Nouveau designs.
Sold for $275 in September 2023
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