Lot #283 - 17th Century Silver Quill Holder
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Auction House:Aalders Auctions
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Sale Name:The Brian Eggleton Silver Collection
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Sale Date:28 Sep 2014 ~ 12noon
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Lot #:283
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Lot Description:17th Century Silver Quill Holder
unmarked, shape resembling nail, tip unscrews to reveal quill container, terminal with seal, armorial of those of Oakeley Family, probably the property of Richard Oakeley M.P for Bishop Castle 1623 and a distinguished supporter of the Royal Cause; or his son William who also held the same parliamentry seat and was High Sheriff of Shropshire in 1660, weight 15gm, l 12cm -
Provenance:Purchased: Joylon Warwick James, 1994, with original Eggleton notes
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Notes:No colours are denoted on the armorial, which suggests prior to 1700 or so.
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Estimate:A$200 - 300
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Realised Price:
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Category:Silver
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