A Victorian sterling silver inkstand, London 1865 by George Fox

A Victorian sterling silver inkstand, London 1865 by George Fox

Of shaped oblong form upon four compressed ball feet, the pierced edge with a beaded rim cornered with lion masks. Three affixed compartments, two with hinged lids with hinged pins deficient. Engraved with a presentation inscription reading “Samuel Saner Lewes Esquire from the congregation of St Paul’s Deptford” and “A slight acknowledgement for seven years of gratuitous service as their organist”. Fully marked underneath.

Length – 27.1 cm / 10.7 inches

Weight – 611 grams / 19.64 ozt