740
Gold Handle Presentation Cane
Estimate:
$400 - $600
Passed
Live Auction
March Collectors Auction, Day 2
Category
Description
Solid Gold sheet over brass handle cane/walking stick 1850-1910.
Presentation cane handles were made with a solid sheet of Gold over brass in repousse work which is metal punched from the reverse side to create the design on the metal and then soldered together in pieces to make a heavier weight. These gold sheet handles were primarily made in The United States. This ebonized hardwood shaft is 35.5" L. Ferrule is 3" gold to match the handle. Marked. Excellent condition with age related wear.
Issued: 1890
Dimensions: 35.5"L
Presentation cane handles were made with a solid sheet of Gold over brass in repousse work which is metal punched from the reverse side to create the design on the metal and then soldered together in pieces to make a heavier weight. These gold sheet handles were primarily made in The United States. This ebonized hardwood shaft is 35.5" L. Ferrule is 3" gold to match the handle. Marked. Excellent condition with age related wear.
Issued: 1890
Dimensions: 35.5"L