Piece has several spindles and mounts with split wood none of which are the spindles inside the wheel itself, comb piece broken off but still have, wheel has gauges and cut marks in wood that does not effect motion and have the same patena as uncut wood. It has decorative cut out on foot treadle and strap/piece of wood that attaches to the foot treadle and wheel. No screws or nails at all. Sturdy, wheel moves freely.
I dont have much info on this item, I know its a visiting/calling card & it's been engraved on the front with the number 81 on the bottom of the engraving..... I'm assuming it means 1881 since I know nothing like this has ever been purchased by us. I know its a family item so the initials must represent a relative more than likely living in England since this is where our family heritage began. the initials at the top are FLT and each letter is in it's own little colored box. the F is surrounded by white, the L is surrounded by blue & the T is in red. below then is the inscripted initials N & either an F or J then the numbers 81. the edges of this item also have swirly etching around the side & the back of the case has little pinstripe markings. thanks for your time
I purchased these pieces in the 90's. The one candlestick broke after I got them. They all have an inscription the bottoms that says: DUTCH Plate No. 53. I love the pieces and want to know their history, value and proper way to clean them up. Any info would help. thanks
