Sold for $2,250

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

A Continental High-Karat Gold and Ruby-Inset Zoomorphic Walking Stick

Late 19th/Early 20th Century

the handle in the form of a hound's head with a ruby banded collar above the ebony handle ending in a horn ferrule.
apparently unmarked, handle tests for 22-karat via electronic assay
Length 36 1/8 inches.

Condition Report

Appears in overall good, stable attractive condition. Wear to base of ferrule. No other significant condition issues noted. Additional images available upon request.

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