Fine Modern & Antique Guns - June 2014 : Sale A0614 Lot 312
R. MOLE, BIRMINGHAM A SCARCE 'RUMMAGING' SWORD-STICK FOR CUSTOMS OFFICERS,
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R. MOLE, BIRMINGHAM
A SCARCE 'RUMMAGING' SWORD-STICK FOR CUSTOMS OFFICERS,
circa 1850, with square-section tapering 29 1/2in. blade signed 'MOLE, BIRMM' (front part of stamp incomplete), oak crooked handle reinforced with a brass ring at join and complete with its oak scabbard with similar brass ring at throat and a brass ferrule with iron tip
Other Notes: These sticks were used by Customs Officers to 'probe' sacks and bales in the search for contraband
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Estimate £300-400