Ornate Antique Steel Scissors W/ Bird & Grape Vines Italian Circa 1890
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:45040831 | Original/Reproduction: Antique Original |
| Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930 | Type: Dressmaker's Scissors & Shears |
Ornate Antique Steel Scissors w/ Bird & Grape Vines Italian * Circa 1890 These wonderfully ornate steel scissors have fancy pierced & scrolling designs on the bows and shanks. The designs include a bird feasting among grape vines and bunches of grapes at the top of the bows. They measure 6 5/8" long. They're Italian from the famous steel making Campobasso region and date to c. 1870-1890.They're completely hand made and filed and the handwork and engraving on both sides is b...eautifully done. The blades are tight with intact points and they cut paper very well to the tips. They would need sharpening to cut fabric well. The condition of the steel is excellent with no rust or damage.
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