A WOODEN SERVING MALLET FROM H.M.S. LION, CIRCA 1809

the head inscribed Joseph Miller 1809, the turned handle terminating with a carved seated lion holding a shield inscribed H.M.S. Lion -- 11½in. (29cm.) long

Condition Report

the head peppered with woodworm holes, a few in the handle. Old wear to lion's face.

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