Antique 1920s Sterling Silver Manicure Stand, William Devenport 1927, Restoration Project

An antique 1920s sterling silver manicure set and display stand, hallmarked for William Devenport, Birmingham, 1927–1928. Standing 16 cm tall, the set features a loaded silver base, a turned faux-amber central column, and a silver carrying loop. It retains three of its original silver-handled manicure implements (two files and a cuticle tool). Please note that this item is being sold strictly in "as-found" condition for restoration, spares, or as a decorative curiosity. It exhibits significant wear and damage: the top carrying loop is bent, one of the suspension loops is snapped off and missing, one tool is missing, and the steel implement ends are heavily rusted. DETAILS & CONDITION 🌿 Item: Antique sterling silver manicure stand and three tools (for restoration). 🌿 Maker / Hallmarks: William Devenport (W.D). Fully hallmarked for Birmingham sterling silver, with date letters C (1927) and D (1928). 🌿 Material: Solid sterling silver handles and base, steel tool ends, bone/celluloid column. 🌿 Measurements: 16 cm tall and weighs 118g 🌿 Condition: Poor/Restoration condition. Missing one hanging loop and one tool. Top ring is bent. Steel files exhibit heavy rust. The silver bears age-related tarnish and wear. OUR ANTIQUE FORAGER ETHOS We believe choosing vintage and pre-owned pieces is the greenest choice, keeping history in circulation rather than consuming new resources. We take our environmental responsibility seriously, shipping every order using 100% recycled packaging, including reclaimed boxes and green bubble wrap. DELIVERY: UK orders include Free Delivery. International shipping (USA & Rest of World) is calculated dynamically at checkout based on the exact weight and dimensions of your parcel.