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TWO SILVER BOSUNS' WHISTLES, VICTORIAN AND MODERN

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TWO SILVER BOSUNS' WHISTLES, VICTORIAN AND MODERN
TWO SILVER BOSUNS' WHISTLES, VICTORIAN AND MODERN
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TWO SILVER BOSUNS' WHISTLES, VICTORIAN AND MODERN

both of typical boatswain's call form, the first, maker's mark punched through, Birmingham 1884, the barrel-shaped buoy engraved each side with the Royal Naval crown and fouled anchor, the keel engraved with leaves and '1885', the neck engraved 'from A.S to D. BLACK', with hanging loop; the second, maker's mark CI, London 1980, the barrel-shaped buoy embossed each side with an anchor, the keel engraved 'Pilot', with hanging loop. (2) Embossed anchor example 5cm long



Maker's mark for Birmingham example punched through for hanging loop. Dents to buoy, ding to neck. Other hallmarks to both clear and well struck. Light surface marks and scratches to each commensurate with age and use.

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TWO SILVER BOSUNS' WHISTLES, VICTORIAN AND MODERN

Estimate £80 - £120
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Starting Price £40
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Melanie Saleem
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