An antique 1920s sterling silver manicure set and display stand, hallmarked for William Devenport, Birmingham, 1927–1928. Standing 16 cm tall, the set features a loaded silver base, a turned faux-amber central column, and a silver carrying loop. It retains three of its original silver-handled manicure implements (two files and a cuticle tool).
Please note that this item is being sold strictly in "as-found" condition for restoration, spares, or as a decorative curiosity. It exhibits significant wear and damage: the top carrying loop is bent, one of the suspension loops is snapped off and missing, one tool is missing, and the steel implement ends are heavily rusted.
DETAILS & CONDITION
🌿 Item: Antique sterling silver manicure stand and three tools (for restoration).
🌿 Maker / Hallmarks: William Devenport (W.D). Fully hallmarked for Birmingham sterling silver, with date letters C (1927) and D (1928).
🌿 Material: Solid sterling silver handles and base, steel tool ends, bone/celluloid column.
🌿 Measurements: 16 cm tall and weighs 118g
🌿 Condition: Poor/Restoration condition. Missing one hanging loop and one tool. Top ring is bent. Steel files exhibit heavy rust. The silver bears age-related tarnish and wear.
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