Antique English Bronze 3pc Desk Set: Inkwell, Letter & Pen Tray w/ Banded Agate papier particularly

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they rarely bear hallmarks but we're certain they're sterling silver

My photographer didn't open the hinged cap

Over 100 years old and looking fabulous

The layered intaglio prints and varnish have darkened some over time

Antique English Bronze 3pc Desk Set: Inkwell, Letter & Pen Tray w/ Banded Agate papier particularlyWonderful antique 19th century English Victorian era gilded bronze 3pc writer's desk set including 6 5 8" inkwell, letter opener and 'porte plume' or pen tray with large banded agate medallion accents and mechanical inkwell button with G. B. & Sons English maker, which is the mark of George Betjemann & Sons, very famous maker, and date marks on the registration are for 22 August 1874. The inkwell featuring three large agate medallions around the base