An Edward, John, & William Barnard Silver Presentation Spade, London, England, circa 1847. Marks: (lion passant), (leopard's...

Description

An Edward, John, & William Barnard Silver Presentation Spade, London, England, circa 1847
Marks: (lion passant), (leopard's head), (duty mark), M, EJ&WB
13-7/8 inches long (35.2 cm)
11.12 troy ounces

Hollow-handled trowel with inscription: PRESENTED TO Sir James Watts Knt by THE WELSH CONGREGATIONALISTS on the occasion of his laying the CORNER STONE of their Chapel in Booth Street East, MANCHESTER 12TH JULY 1862. The church has since been demolished.

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