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LOT 2350
Victorian Silver Baby Rattle with Whistle
19TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (17.9 grams, 51 mm).
Comprising a tiered body with densely arranged floral and floriate decoration, a D-shaped mouthpiece with a separate suspension loop; stamped 'GU' underneath the mouthpiece. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceProperty of Mr & Mrs P.R. of East Sussex, thence by descent to family members.
Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman.
Accompanied by an old handwritten information tag.
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