SOLID SILVER PRESENTATION TROWEL.

Description

This exceptionally well made solid silver presentation trowel is engraved "PRESENTED TO Saml. Melling Esq. J.P., OF WIGAN, ON HIS LAYING A MEMORIAL STONE AT THE EXTENSION OF THE WESLEYAN SCHOOLS, BLACKROD. AUG. 1ST. 1885.". The top of the trowel is also engraved with various foliate and scroll motifs. The underside of the trowel bears hallmarks dating the manufacture of the trowel is 1884-85 in London. The silversmith's touch mark is "GMJ". The handle of the trowel appears to be a white synthetic material. CONDITION: trowel shows very light wear. (02-26929/BF). NON-GUN. $250-400.

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SOLID SILVER PRESENTATION TROWEL.

Lot 5509

Estimate $250-$400Aug 9, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

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Summer '26 Premier Firearms Auction - Day 5

Aug 09, 2026 10:00 AM EDT

Fairfield, ME, United States

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