Bidspirit auction | 2 Sterling Silver Inkwells –

2 Sterling Silver Inkwells – Birmingham, 1913, 1922 - Two antique English sterling silver inkwells, made in Birmingham during the reign of George V. The octagonal inkwell has a stepped base, hinged circular lid and reddish-brown glass liner. Hallmarked with the lion passant for sterling silver, Birmingham anchor and date letter corresponding to 1913. The maker’s mark is worn and cannot be identified with certainty. Height: 7 cm; base diameter: 13.5 cm. The low circular inkwell has a removable lid and dark inner liner. Marked H M, most likely for Birmingham silversmith Henry Matthews, together with the lion passant, date letter x corresponding to 1922 and an additional worn mark, probably the Birmingham anchor. Height: 5.5 cm; base diameter: 11.5 cm. Minor age-related imperfections, including wear, marks, patina and signs of use. Please examine the photographs for condition.