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Gurkha Officers Cross Belt
Hi All
I picked this up recently for what I consider a very good price, which is why I bought it and thought I'd show it off. It is hallmarked and I believe I am correct in saying it is Birmingham 1908, unless I have made a mistake in my dating. It is beautifully made, and even every link on the chain has a silver mark. Unfortunately the whistle is missing. The leather itself is not just a thick strip but is very thin, folded back and stitched down the middle. I have not been able to id the maker, ES & S, so if anyone can tell me who it was, I'd appreciate it. Cheers, Alex |
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Alex,
Very nice, you do see whistles for sale on their own every now and then, I will let you know if I see one. ( This is a whistle and holder but it does show they do come up for sale: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SILVER-PLA...item5aefe1efbc ) Peter
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Hi Peter
Thanks for that, I'll also keep my eyes open for one. Cheers, Alex |
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Very nice, worn 1907-1953. As said the whistles can be picked up cheaply.
Regards Steve |
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I think you're right on the date, 1908. A hallmark site has that as possibly a London maker but not unusual for items to be sent to different proof houses for marking, shows 'Edward Stilwell & Son'
http://www.silvermakersmarks.co.uk/M...-EN-EZ.html#ES Lee |
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Hi Lee
Thanks for that, I think you found it. I was looking at Birmingham makers. Interesting that it shows 1910 in the dates seen column, so perhaps the earlier dates for this maker are more unusual. Cheers, Alex |
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