This is for an antique sterling silver Crimean Officer's whistle in sterling silver and dating to 1853. It has the original holder which is tapered to hold the whistle and this has two threaded bars that would have attached to a strap on the uniform. The whistle has a lever that releases it to be free from the holder. The holder is a decorative example with scroll work around the top and base and the whistle has a ball finial that holds the large ring for attaching to a chain. The silver holder carries a full set of hallmarks dating to Birmingham 1853 along with the initials J&C for Joseph Jennens & Co and you can see the same hallmarks on the whistle with a young Queen Victoria's head. It is in fabulous condition with no dents and no damage and together they measure 63mm (2.5") long by 20mm nearly 1" across at the wide end.
Be sure to check out all the other general antiques, objects of virtue, writing implements, scientific and optical instruments, art nouveau and art deco items, vanity and smoking requisites, and all the other vintage ladies & gentleman's accessories we are selling this week. We list nearly every week and usually on a Thursday night and we will always combine items to reduce postage costs and make them as cheap as possible.
Overseas items will be sent tracked or signed for. For domestic deliveries, special delivery is mandatory for items over £100.