Solid cast sterling silver striding Kemp Leopard figure with wonderful markings. The neck unscrews to reveal a hidden engraved crest, and a hinged lid on the back opens to a small box in gold wash.
The figure was commissioned by The Skinner Company, as the guild's crest is a spotted leopard, which is referred to as "The Kemp Leopard" after Roger Kemp, who was the Master of the Guild in 1680.
Presented in a leather case lined in satin and velvet. Marked London, by Goldsmiths & Silversmith Co. Ltd.. Engraved "The gift of the Skinners Company To Mr. John James Lambert, Honorary Freeman, June 1941".
In 1898 became the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd became active as jewelers, dealers in diamonds and precious stones, silversmiths, electroplaters and watch and clock makers.
In 1952 Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd was amalgamated with Garrard & Co Ltd.
Marks: Sterling, London England, Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd, engraved. No date Hallmark.
Dimensions: 10" long x 2 1/4" deep x 6 1/4" high, leopard
Weight: 33.105 gross ozt
12 1/2" long x 4" deep x 8" high, case
Condition: The figure is good. The case is worn.
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