Bamboo Root Walking Cane Horse Measuring Stick. Swaine & Adeney c1900.

This antique walking stick which is made of bamboo cane has a bamboo root handle, silver monogrammed collar and cleverly conceals a pull out horse measuring stick that is marked for top maker Swaine & Adeney.

Description

This antique walking stick which is made of bamboo cane has a bamboo root handle, silver monogrammed collar and cleverly conceals a pull out horse measuring stick that is marked for top maker Swaine & Adeney, 185 Piccadilly, London.

This wood and brass measure nicely slots inside the cane, has a fitted spirit level and can measure a horse up to 17 hands. The measure displays in hands and cm.

This wonderful quality cane has a beautiful rich patina, dates from c1900, has a brass tip and is a good length at 95.5 cm.

A desirable cane that would make a wonderful gift and is a great collector's piece for a stick collector.

Date: c1900.

Materials: Bamboo. Silver. Brass.

Dimensions: Length: 95.5 cm (37 1/2 inches). Width of handle: 3.5 cm (1 1/4 inches).

Weight: 222 g.

Condition: Very good used antique condition with signs of use in keeping with age. Hallmark on silver collar is rubbed. Some light surface cracks to the cane. Has a wonderful feel and patina. Please see pictures.

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SKU: SAHMS3004