Lot 623: A Trio of Vintage Utility and Manicure Tools including a Pocket Knife
This lot comprises three vintage metal tools, potentially former components of a travel grooming or manicure set. The assortment includes a pair of steel household scissors, a smaller pair of curved-blade embroidery or nail scissors, and a multi-tool pocket knife. The pocket knife features textured, silver-toned metal scales with a cross-hatch pattern. No maker’s marks, stamps, or country of origin markings are visible on the surfaces of these items. The style is indicative of utility ware from the mid-to-late 20th century, often associated with manufacturing centres such as Sheffield or Solingen.
Condition report:
Both pairs of scissors show extensive surface oxidation, rust, and pitting across the blades and finger loops. The pocket knife displays general surface wear to the scales; the internal condition and functionality of the blades and tools have not been verified.
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