When was the first sterling silver walking cane made?
A sterling silver mounted walking cane with a telescopic handle, 1907 London, with maker’s mark for J…
How big is a colonial style walking cane?
A Colonial walking cane and a cane with a Dog’s head handle, early 20th century, and later, an Indian Lucknow, style cane with a silver-plated pommel handle, relief cast with scenes of village life, and a modern brass mounted wooden stick with a striking… Vintage bone walking cane with ivory capped handle and ferule., length 82 cm.
Why did people use canes in the 17th century?
In centuries past, well-heeled gentlemen, and ladies too, were seldom seen without a walking stick in hand. Unlike today, canes of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, often boasting handles of precious metals and jewels, served as symbols of wealth, power and social stature.
How big is an antique cane from S & H?
Old cane with double horse heads. Cane measures 36 inches long. $395 ANTIQUE CANE SWORD. Antique cane sword with engraved and gold gilt 16 inch blade, curved wood handle 22 inch overall. No Sheath. $295 OLD SWORD CANE. ANTIQUE CANE POOL STICK. OLD SWORD CANE. ANTIQUE SWORD CANE. Nice antique sword cane in good condition. $495 ANTIQUE DAGGER CANE.
Who are the collectors of antique walking canes?
Anthony Moss is a collector of walking sticks – a Rabologist, and joint Chairman of The Antique Walking Cane Society, based in London. Moss is also a member of The International Society of Cane Collectors based in the USA, and regularly attends Canemania – an International Cane Convention.
What do sterling silver walking canes look like?
Either way you will be walking with a classy style. Timeless and classic they are a genuine fashion statement that will leave an impressionable statement when you walk by. Nothing embellishes a cane like sterling silver accents, pure silver medallions and exquisite silver handles of many shapes and sizes.
In centuries past, well-heeled gentlemen, and ladies too, were seldom seen without a walking stick in hand. Unlike today, canes of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, often boasting handles of precious metals and jewels, served as symbols of wealth, power and social stature.
What does the 925r sterling silver cane stand for?
The 925R means that they are not solid sterling silver but instead are coated with 92.5% sterling silver over a molded handle. These canes are some of the most luxurious canes in the market and can be used both with casual attire and for that formal event.
