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Lot #454: Antique English Sterling Silver Maritime Inkwell with Hinged Lid – Birmingham Hallmarks

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This is an antique English sterling silver inkwell, featuring a low, wide maritime form designed to prevent tipping, commonly associated with ship’s or captain’s desk inkwells. The inkwell has a hinged lid and multiple circular openings around the rim, traditionally used for holding pens or quills. Its sturdy, practical design reflects functional use in a nautical or shipboard setting. Clear English sterling silver hallmarks are present on the body: • Lion passant indicating sterling silver (925) • Anchor mark denoting Birmingham assay • Date letter (appears to be “W” or similar), identifying the year of manufacture This piece is consistent with late 19th to early 20th century English silver desk accessories. Details: • Material: Solid sterling silver • Origin: England (Birmingham assay) • Features: Hinged lid, pen/quill holder openings • Era: Late 1800s–early 1900s • Condition: Age-appropriate wear and patina consistent with antique silver; see photos Dimensions: 4" diameter x 2.5" H Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Mon, January 12 2026 Category A: 12:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Category B: 02:15 PM - 05:00 PM
Category C: 05:00 PM - 05:15 PM

Day 2 Tuesday Jan 13th
Category A: 01:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Category B: 02:15 PM - 05:15 PM
Category C: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Day 3 Wednesday Jan 14th
Category A: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Category B: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Category C: 02:00 PM - 03:00PM
Category D: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Pickup Location:  1/2 Wellesley Street East, Toronto, ON, M4X 1H2 View Map (opens in new window)


Bidding Starts:

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:00:00 PM UTC

Bidding Ends:

Sunday, January 11, 2026 between 1:00:00 AM and 2:47:00 AM UTC

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