This is a 19th century silver and ivory 30-1/4" riding crop or whip c1870-80. The whip itself has braided and lacquered stringing over a leather core, and the 6-1/8" handle features thick and nicely tooled sterling silver work. The silver is marked STERLING 4988 and there is a tiny 1413 etched into the ivory; this item is probably American in origin, and it is in excellent original condition with no monograms, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs; the lacquer/varnish is all-original, and there are some thin and expected age cracks to the ivory and the possible loss of a tassel on the braided end of the whip. All items are thoroughly and conservatively graded and all condition issues are noted. Surface shipping starts at $12 (to the US - other spots may vary) - insured is higher, and mandatory on items over $85 if paid with a credit card. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US.
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