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ornamental silver lion whistle with bells

J
15 years ago
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Description this is a whistle that is a crowned lion and has 4 bells attached to the feet and one to the neck. there is a lion face piece in the middle of the chain and bells attached to the chain as well. It was presented to my mom as a nannies whistle from France but I found an article describing it as a Spanish amulet. The article is by WL Hildburgh and was published in a magazine called folklore volume 24 in 1913. I will include some pictures below.
Category Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium silver
Distinguishing marks can not find a legible hallmark
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item the chain is about 10 inches the lion is 3" by 3"
Date Period 1913 or before
Weight 8 ounces
History this item was given to my mother 50 years ago and she gave it to me yesterday
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