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VINTAGE 20thC SOLID SILVER NOVELTY NAVAL OFFICER ADMIRAL GEORGE DEWEY BOOKMARK
Vintage 20th Century solid silver bookmark depicting Admiral George Dewey (1837–1917), the celebrated American naval officer renowned for his victory at the Battle of Manila Bay in 1898 during the Spanish-American War. Finely detailed in full naval uniform, with peaked cap, double-breasted tunic, epaulettes and binoculars held in one hand. The full length figure is elegantly engraved, capturing the Admiral's distinctive appearance and military bearing.
A delightful and collectible piece of novelty silver, combining historical interest with practical charm. Particularly appealing to collectors of naval memorabilia, American historical silver and unusual bookmarks.
Marked to the rear "STERLING".
Reference Number: J12636
Vintage 20th Century solid silver bookmark depicting Admiral George Dewey (1837–1917), the celebrated American naval officer renowned for his victory at the Battle of Manila Bay in 1898 during the Spanish-American War. Finely detailed in full naval uniform, with peaked cap, double-breasted tunic, epaulettes and binoculars held in one hand. The full length figure is elegantly engraved, capturing the Admiral's distinctive appearance and military bearing.
A delightful and collectible piece of novelty silver, combining historical interest with practical charm. Particularly appealing to collectors of naval memorabilia, American historical silver and unusual bookmarks.
Marked to the rear "STERLING".
Reference Number: J12636
CONDITION
In Great Condition - Please refer to photographs.
SIZE
Height: 15.8 cm // 6.22 inches
Width: 4.7 cm // 1.85 inches
Depth: 0.1 cm // 0.04 inches
Weight: 24.7g