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Gorham Jumbo Sterling Silver & Leather Safari Flask 1896

Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Co.
Offered by: Nelson and Nelson Antiques

Description
Victorian safari flask. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1896. Ovoid glass body. Top encased in leather with cutout tubular windows. Bottom has detachable sterling silver cup. Cover hinged and cork-lined. Holds 4 pints of chest-hair growing spirits—enough for everyone around the campfire. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, date symbol, no. S829, and volume. Good condition with some leather wear from rough handling.

Jumbo dimensions: H 10 3/4 x W 6 x D 3 1/2 in. #BY782

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	BY782
Incollect Reference #:	742821

Dimensions

W.	6 in;	H.	10.75 in;	D.	3.5 in;
W.	15.24 cm;	H.	27.31 cm;	D.	8.89 cm;

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