SNAIL, Hand Forged Pin or Toothpick Holder; Alpaca Silver, Antique 19th century
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SNAIL, Hand Forged Pin or Toothpick Holder; Alpaca Silver, Antique 19th century:
$689.00
Gorgeous Holder
The pieces are hand forged and it is either 9 Pins or 9 Toothpicks that stick into the snail holder. A gorgeous and original Antique that looks great in a showcase. There is room for 2 extras.
The hallmark \"ALPACA\" indicates that it is \"Alpaca Silver.\" \"Alpaca silver\" is usually a composite of nickel, copper and zinc.
AGE: c 1800\'s MATERIAL: Alpaca silver SIZE: Approx 3.5\" X 1.75\" ORIGIN: continental, HALLMARK: \"alpaca\"