Can anyone help ID this...
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Going with the globe theory
Maybe the image is Archimedes and his lever ...?
Maybe the image is Archimedes and his lever ...?
Sandta said:
Now we're getting somewhere (I think)!
I've been looking up assegais (the possible African connection) and pikestaffs (medieval), but nothing looks anywhere near as solid and blunt as whatever that figure on the button is holding. Then along comes Sandta with his lever suggestion:
and,
In fact if I squint hard enough, I reckon I can almost make out that the figure on the button is standing on a plinth with the name "Archimedes" written on it.
Looks to be a button.
The reverse side would be were the shank broke off ..
Also could be S.S Elkins could be SAMUEL SABINE EDKINS
A silver smith from Salisbury Square England
https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/browse.jsp?div=t18320517-27
The reverse side would be were the shank broke off ..
Also could be S.S Elkins could be SAMUEL SABINE EDKINS
A silver smith from Salisbury Square England
https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/browse.jsp?div=t18320517-27
Looks like everyone is following the same trail that Ive been down.... the above is all Ive come across referencing Edkins the silversmith.
Im pretty convinced its a gilt plated brass button, as why would it be back stamped as most are.
Heres another thought... maybe the figure is wearing a kilt and about to toss the Caber :/
Im pretty convinced its a gilt plated brass button, as why would it be back stamped as most are.
Heres another thought... maybe the figure is wearing a kilt and about to toss the Caber :/
Could the figure be a Pikeman , Yeoman or perhaps a Beefeater with pike ?
Could he be operating a rudder on a boat?silver said:Looks like he's gunna be stepping off a boat near a rock.... sounds American, like the story of the mayflower and the rock of jebralter
The plot thickens......all good ideas. We just need a google pic. :trophy:nucopia said:
To me it looks like a Frontiersman with a long rifle.
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Do you think that is a dogs head between his legs?
I think I can make out people at the side of his leg/
Tossing the caber maybe
I think I can make out people at the side of his leg/
Tossing the caber maybe
We all have good imaginations with this sort of stuff. Ive got the physical object and I can tell you.... Ive got no idea :lol: :lol:
Heres another shot of it in low light.... its forever changing.. :argh:
Heres another shot of it in low light.... its forever changing.. :argh:
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Could it be a harpooner in a whalers longboat?
Anythings possible till I see a pic.....
Poling a Boat maybe ...
Thanks everyone for your thoughts, but Im pulling the pin on this one.... not enough factual evidence to continue with this.
If something comes to light, then youll hear it here. :beer:
But wait!!
Ive just come up with this.... a London firefighter holding a hose. Looks promising.
https://attachment.tapatalk-cdn.com...XhgSsOTtFA__&Key-Pair-Id=APKAJS72YROXJYGYDADA
If something comes to light, then youll hear it here. :beer:
But wait!!
Ive just come up with this.... a London firefighter holding a hose. Looks promising.
https://attachment.tapatalk-cdn.com...XhgSsOTtFA__&Key-Pair-Id=APKAJS72YROXJYGYDADA
That does look very similar :Y:
OzzieAu said:
Well done Ozzie, I reckon youve cracked it. :trophy:
Well, after a bit more digging, Im convinced this is was a badge worn by a firefighter belonging to the Protector Fire Insurance Company, London.... who attended fires of their insured clients with the same Fire Mark attached to their buildings.
https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-4375575
Fascinating historical research and credit goes to DB over at AMDRH forum. :clap:
https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-4375575
Fascinating historical research and credit goes to DB over at AMDRH forum. :clap:
The stylised flames near the end of the hose are quite obvious under a loupe
