Early 20th Century Novelty Silver Powder Flask Butt Marker

Grey & Co, Chester c1925
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A rare early 20th Century novelty silver Game Shooting Butt Marker, modeled as a powder flask, with a ring attachment and sprung hinged push-button action dispenser. Complete with eight numbered silver balls.

By Grey & Co, Chester, c1925.

The ingenious mechanism allowing just one numbered ball to be dispensed at a time. The flask then has to be inverted before dispensing another ball. This also prevents accidental spillage.

Sold - £2,250.00

Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair. The date letter rubbed.
Dimensions
H
76 mm (2.99 inches)
W
36 mm (1.42 inches)
D
12 mm (0.47 inches)
Weight
27.80 Grams (0.89 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
JS090819B
Medium
Silver