A stunning Victorian stoneware inkwell in of the form a Rugby Ball from 1891 (which pre dates Rugby League which started in 1895) with an Rd No of 167873 which dates this amazing piece.

The hinged lid is in the form of a peaked cap and is made of metal.

Weighs a hefty 313g and stands 7cm tall with a base diameter of 6.5cm

A rare surviour of early Rugby memorabilia.

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