Vintage Crete Knossos Souvenir Ornate Crafted Brass Letter Opener
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:18203489 | Country/Region of Manufacture: Cyprus |
| Material: Bronze | Type: Letter Opener |
Made in Knosos on the Island of Crete. This area of the world is famous for its bronze renderings. The Islands of Cypress and Crete were the cradles of the bronze age when man first learned to make the alloy Bronze from melting brass and tin which formed the stronger alloy.
This is in beautiful condition and the coloring of the bronze is rich and still intact. Likley dates from the 60's or 70's.
This is in beautiful condition and the coloring of the bronze is rich and still intact. Likley dates from the 60's or 70's.
