An Edwardian silver mounted travelling desk set, Charles and...

Hammer

£190

An Edwardian silver mounted travelling desk set, Charles and George Asprey, Birmingham 1901/1905, comprising candlesticks, capstan ink well, easel back calendar, propelling pencil and pen, all within a fitted Asprey box (candlestick and inkwell hallmarked for Asprey and Co Ltd) (at fault)

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Candlesticks -
Both with a slight wobble when placed on a flat surface.
Felt may have been replaced at some point.
Both with general tarnishing, residue, scuffs and scratches seen throughout.
One seen with particular area of discolouration.
Calendar -
Dated 1906
Can't get into the reverse of the calendar
Tarnishing and discolouration seen to the silver.
General scuffs and scratches, commensurate with being used.
Ink well -
Cover doesn't sit flush against the body.
General scuffs and scratches, commensurate with being used.
Tarnishing and discolouration seen throughout.
Glass inkwell is loose within the body, may be a replacement.
Pen and pencil -
Both with tarnishing and discolouration.
Nib of pen has deteriorated (see images)
Interior of box is discoloured and shows wear throughout.