Presentation trowel
Category
Silver
Date
1898
Materials
Ivory, Silver
Measurements
330 mm (Length)
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Tatton Park, Cheshire
NT 1298516
Summary
A silver presentation trowel, with ivory handle with a fluted end with ornate engraved decoration. Inscribed with 'Earl Egerton of Tatton for the laying of the foundation stone of St David's New Welsh Church, Lime Grove, Manchester, 3 October, 1898'.
Marks and inscriptions
PRESENTED / to the Right Honourable / Earl Egerton of Tatton / on the occasion of his laying / THE MEMORIAL STONE / OF / S[.t] David's New Welsh Church / LIME GROVE, MANCHESTER / 3 October 1898 (engraved on trowel head. See photograph with old inventory card for complete inscription)