BEST SIX 2005
In the natural evolution of the collector, we have reached the point where we are even more selective in terms of the piece, and price is less of an issue.
2005 was a spectacular year for our collection and it was difficult to choose these final six. Even though we acquired some great patented pieces, these early silver (five of the six) corkscrews
are special in the history they must hold in their 200+ years of use.
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EARLY BARREL ROUNDLET
A very rare barrel roundlet corkscrew with archimedean worm. Likely from late 18th century.
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READ FOLDING BOW
A rare silver folding bow corkscrew from Irish cutler Thomas Read. Likely from late 18th century.
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SILVER POCKET
A late 18th century unmarked silver pocket corkscrew. It has a unique calendar on the sheath.
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DUTCH SILVER POCKET
A 19th century Dutch silver pocket corkscrew. The design and machining is quite stunning.
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SILVER NUTMEG GRATER
A rare 19th century unmarked silver nutmeg grater corkscrew. The top stores the nutmeg and grater.
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PEMBERTON SILVER POCKET
A wonderful example of Silversmith Samuel Pemberton This is a late 18th century pocket corkscrew.
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