A pair of silver place card holders, Sampson Mordan & Co Ltd...

Hammer

£260

A pair of silver place card holders, Sampson Mordan & Co Ltd, Chester 1912, one designed as a Cockerel, the other example in the form of a hen, after designs by french illustrator Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939), both upon circular bases signed 'Benjamin Rabier', each 5.5cm high, 2.2ozt (2)

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Hallmarks to cockerel example clear, maks to hen a little rubbed, generally condition of both okay, but hen with evidence of possible re-soldered repair to feet, slight bend to one claw, light surface scratching, tarnishing and wear throughout both commensurate with age and usage. Please see additional images to illustrate points raised.