Channel: Auctions Auction Title: Proxibid Fabulous Findings Auction Start Date: 1/11/2009 12PM Estimate: $350.00 - $475.00 USD Dealer: Watsons Antiques Contact: J Miller
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Description: Silver rattles( teething-sticks ) have been traditional christening presents for well over 200 years. Sometimes called Elizabethan inventories, rattles were a combination of a whistle & bells to create a noisy toy that could amuse a child for hours. Silver was known to kill bacteria and was known as a natural antibiotic and preventative against infections which would be a very good reason for its use in items given to babies. This repousse antique silver baby rattle is embossed on both sides with ornate scrolling patterns and has a beautiful mother or pearl teether. It also has its original ring where it would have hung from a chatelaine or cord near the baby's crib. It's nicely detailed and has a working whistle on the end. Attached are 2 bells that still dingle It's in excellent condition with no dents or damage and measures 2 1/2" long. The Hallmarks are on both sides. This dates about 1901 and was made in Birmingham according to the marks which are an ANCHOR LION N. This was made by Adie & Lovekin Ltd. (c.1880-1910). This company made everything from pin cushions to pen knives and has a reputation for their attention to detail and high quality items. This came from the same estate as the GORHAM SNake Dragon Griffin Sterling PURSE frame I have for sale. I guarantee this is an antique rattle and not a reproduction.Vintage and antique items are not mint nor are they perfect. Sold as is and as found (used and vintage) Since this is Irreplaceable there can be no returns on this sale.. Please use photos to make your decisions.

Status: For Sale	Reference#: ga33622
Condition: VERY GOOD	Year: 1901
Title: Sterling 1901 Baby Rattle whistle chatelaine

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