Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 16 September 2026

Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 16 September 2026

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Lot 230: A Collection of Mixed Metal Decorative Items Including an A. L. & Co Letter Opener

This auction ended on September 16, 2026.

Start price: £10

Estimated price: £10 - £20

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Not sold

A collection of mixed metal decorative items comprising a letter opener, a plaque, and an ashtray. The letter opener is fashioned in the form of a ceremonial dagger, featuring a cross-shaped guard with a central circular medallion embossed with the monogram BC, and a crown-shaped pommel. The blade is impressed with the name A. L. & Co. The plaque is constructed from repoussé brass, depicting an Edwardian lady in a large hat, and bears the vertically impressed name FLORENCE. The white metal ashtray is modelled as a lace-up shoe, embellished with stamped sunburst and geometric patterns throughout.
Length: 23 cm (Letter Opener)
Length: 18 cm (Brass Plaque)
Length: 12.5 cm (Shoe Ashtray).