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Lot 149:
Description
A collection of seven whistles of various forms and materials, accompanied by a rectangular promotional sample tin. The collection includes two Acme Thunderer whistles, both of nickel construction with a traditional barrel shape. One is stamped with the characters THE ACME THUNDERER and MADE IN ENGLAND, featuring a fitted chain and hook. The other bears THE ACME and further partially obscured characters. The remaining five whistles are of cylindrical form, including three in nickel finish and two in brass. Several feature top loops, with two retaining sections of attached twine. The rectangular metal tin features a hinged lid and an exterior decorated with a black finish and gold-tone foliate scrollwork to the base. The interior of the tin is stamped in reverse with the characters FREE SAMPLE and C.W.M BISCUITS.
Length: 15.5 cm.
Condition report:
The collection shows varying degrees of age-related wear and oxidation. The tin has significant surface oxidation, scratching, and loss to the exterior black and gold finish (photo 1). The Acme Thunderer whistles show surface scratches and minor pitting consistent with use. The cylindrical whistles show heavy oxidation, with the rightmost whistle exhibiting significant rust and pitting across the entire body (photo 1). The twine attachments on two whistles are frayed.
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