Fully Hallmarked Sterling Silver Victorian Tape Measure for Chatelaine
Offering an antique Victorian sterling silver tape measure suitable for a sewing chatelaine.
The exterior of the tape measure is in excellent condition and the rim is fully hallmarked OB (Ollivant & Bottsford) with a lion passant (sterling silver), a leopard's head (London) and the letter P (1890). There are no dents, dings or otherwise.
Within is the original silk tape measure that has been hand painted onto the silk.
It is extremely thin and I have never pulled it all of the way out, so I don't know how long it is.
There is a small handle with a crank for pulling out the tape and is also has the marks for London, 1890.
It measures approximately 1.5 inches in diameter and is just under 3/4 inch in depth.
The total weight is 29.4 grams, just under 1 ounce of silver.
Wonderful item for a collector and presents beautifully on a chatelaine!
It could also be attached to a chain and worn around the neck to make for a very interesting conversation piece.
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