Criminal Interest – A George V sterling silver combination cigarette case and book of matches
Criminal Interest – A George V sterling silver combination cigarette case and book of matches holder, Birmingham 1924 by Deakin and Francis Of rectangular form with rounded corners, push button release, the front with a hinged cap front. Engraved to the book of matches lid with a presentation inscription reading “Presented to Norman Walmsley by S. H. Haysom in admiration of his pluck in arresting a shop breaker 29th Sep 1926 at Hugh Street East Ham.” Gilt interior. Fully and part-marked. Length – 8.6 cm / 3.35 inches Weight – 125 grams / 4.02 ozt
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Criminal Interest – A George V sterling silver combination cigarette case and book of matches holder, Birmingham 1924 by Deakin and Francis Of rectangular form with rounded corners, push button release, the front with a hinged cap front. Engraved to the book of matches lid with a presentation inscription reading “Presented to Norman Walmsley by S. H. Haysom in admiration of his pluck in arresting a shop breaker 29th Sep 1926 at Hugh Street East Ham.” Gilt interior. Fully and part-marked. Length – 8.6 cm / 3.35 inches Weight – 125 grams / 4.02 ozt
