Lot 24:
Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Bell Form Baby Rattle Teether
Description
A vintage baby rattle and teether comprising a bell-shaped pendant and a circular ring. The pendant is constructed from silver with a brushed central panel and a decorative stamped border featuring a repeating scrolling foliate motif. This pendant is suspended from the ring by a rectangular silver bale. The bale bears small impressed marks; while characters are present, they are not clearly legible as a name or specific hallmark. The teething ring is made of a translucent, iridescent white material with a marbled appearance consistent with mother of pearl. Included is a clear plastic storage bag with handwritten notes in blue and black ink reading 11 gms and Sterling silver.
Total length: 2 3/4 inches
Ring diameter: 1 3/4 inches
Pendant width: 1 inch
Weight: 11 grams.
Condition report:
The silver pendant shows minor surface scratches, areas of tarnish, and light wear consistent with age and use (photo 1). The white teething ring exhibits some surface scuffing and faint scratches visible under direct light (photo 2). The silver bale remains securely attached to both the ring and the pendant. No cracks or chips are visible to the mother of pearl ring.
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