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An English bronze crotal or rumbler bell, by Robert Wells of Aldbourne, Wiltshire, late 18th...
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Lot 96
Description
An English bronze crotal or rumbler bell, by Robert Wells of Aldbourne, Wiltshire, late 18th century, cast with RW maker's mark and petal design to the lower half, numbered 4, 7cm high
Condition Report
Wear consistent with age and use, to include surface scratching, knocks and tarnishing. The bell does sound when rung.
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