A very smart novelty sterling silver Letter opener in the form of a Sword .
Made in 1952 to commemorate Elizabeth becoming Queen on the Death of her father ( She wasnt crowned until a year later) 
With an ER to the centre of one side and a Crown at the top , and with the 4 flowers of the United Kingdon on each section of the handle 
The reverse with 4 diffent animals representation 4 of the main countries of the Commowealth, Australia ( Kangaroo) , Canada ( Beaver) , New Zealand ( Kiwi) and South Africa ( Springbok) 
In great condition .

WEIGHT & MEASUREMENTS.

60gm 
8.5" or 21.6cm