Lot 890 , A Victorian silver mounted horn hunting flask, 9.5in.

A Victorian silver mounted horn hunting flask, 9.5in.

A Victorian silver mounted horn hunting flask, of tapering form, the hinged lid with engraved initial, Thomas Johnson II, London, 1869, in leather carrying case, 9.5in.
Estimate £200-300

The horn is in good order with no visible cracks or hairlines. The overall condition of the flask is good. Marks clear although some rubbing has occurred to the maker's mark. Leather case has some scuff marks conducive with age and use and one of the strap loops has broken.


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Sold for £200