Rare Antique Sterling Silver Chatelaine Sewing Measuring Tape Holder ~ Gargoyles

Description

Rare Antique Chatelaine
Sterling Silver Sewing Tool for Holding Measuring Tape
Features double-headed snarling gargoyles wearing studded collars.
Raised Relief Design w/Beautifully Textured  Details.
Finely Crafted
Hallmarked "Sterling, 925 Fine" with Pictorial Crown Hallmark
Crafted by John W Reddall & Co, Newark, NJ 1896-1908
Length from Ear to Ear 2 3/4"
Width from Snout to Snout 1 3/8"
Thickness cross claws 1/8"
Beautifully crafted piece with fine details including loop for attaching to chatelaine & a slip holder for end of a measuring tape. I added the red silk ribbon.
Excellent antique condition. It appears as if it was never used. I love how the patina shows off the gargoyles' eyes, curling tongues, teeth, collars, clawed feet & fur....such a cool piece!
Very Nice ~ Hard to Find
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