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A & J Zimmerman English Sterling Silver Commemorative Coronation Inkwell, 1936
Item Details
An English sterling silver inkwell by A & J Zimmerman in commemoration of the 1937 coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. This piece features a round design with an embossed portrait of the King and Queen with red, white, and blue enameled accents that reads, ‘King George VI – Queen Elizabeth – Coronation 1937’. It is hallmarked to the back of the inkwell and additionally marked with a Birmingham anchor city mark, a passant sterling fineness mark, and a 1936 letter ‘M’ date mark.
| Brand | A & J Zimmerman Ltd. |
| Materials | Sterling Silver, Enamel |
| Marks | City Mark, Fineness Mark, Date Mark, Maker’s Mark |
| Period | 1936 |
| Origin | England |
Condition
- inkwell has been somewhat crushed; lid does not close properly; dents and warping throughout; light surface scratches, scuffs, and tarnish; worn maker’s marks.
Dimensions
8.0" W x 3.5" H x 8.0" D
- not weighed due to the presence of non-sterling material.
Item #
18CIN722-018
