This is an exceptionally rare cane, know as a dog walking cane. I've spoken to numerous dealers, husband included, who have dealt in canes for many years and they all say they've heard about these canes but never actual seen one. This is also in exceptional condition taking into account is purpose with the mechanism and chain being in excellent condition and fully working.

Bamboo wood and hallmarked silver walking stick or cane with a Thornhill patented mechanism which releases a chain to attach to your dog collar.
The silver was assayed in London as shown in the pictures, date letter for 1889

and makers mark for Walter Thornhill & Co of Bond Street, London. One of the top Victorian retailers of fine luxury goods who also held a Royal Warrant.

The silver top is decorated with a repousse twist design mounted onto a bamboo shaft.

Just above the ferrule is a brass mechanism which is stamped for Thornhill and has the patent number 14812. You twist the collar clockwise to reveal a steel chain with a dog clip to the end. The chain is suspended on a pin in the shaft. Personally I think you'd have to own a very well behaved dog for this to be practical.
It measures 94 cm 37 inches in length, the pommel is 2.5 cm 1 inch wide.
The ferrule is original and made of brass and steel.
It's in excellent condition but with some minor signs of age and use as you'd expect at this age.

Some minor surface marks to the silver as shown but no damage or repairs.
Please contact us with any questions you may have.
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