Lot 342
Sale 133 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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Description
Tipstaff, 19th century, in brass with ebony handle, coronet to top, unnamed (total length approx 18.5cm), stamped by maker, 'Parker Field & Sons/233 Holborn London'. Some loss of gilt to crown and oxidation and other marks to brass, otherwise fine.
The Tipstaff, thought to have been created in the 14th century, is an officer of a court. It is also the name of a symbolic rod that represents the authority of the tipstaff or other officials such as senior police officers.
- Estimate
- $150
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $160