Rare Edwardian Silver Combined Lantz Patent Stamp Dispenser & Moistener
William Hornby, London 1902
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A rare Edwardian silver Patent Stamp Dispenser or a ""Device for Carrying and Affixing Stamps"". The Patent applied for by Benjamin F Lantz on August 5th 1890. The sprung plunger with star shaped dispenser inside the base, the silver screw-off handle pierced to dispense drops of water to the envelope.
By William Hornby, London, 1902. Retailed by Asprey of London.
See: "Les boites a timbres" by Brian Beet, page 37, fig N3 for a similar example.
Sold - £595.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
80 mm
(3.15 inches)
W
25 mm
(0.98 inches)
D
28 mm
(1.10 inches)
Weight
45.00 Grams
(1.45 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
TRS141220A
Medium
Silver
