Engraved commemorative silver-plated or silver-topped cap/knob from a bottle or flask
Estimated Value
$50-$200
A small, ornate, octagonal metal cap or top with a heavily decorated, repoussé-style border and engraved presentation inscription. The visible text reads 'CAPTE. GRANDIN / From / OLD COB / January 21, 1886' or similar, though the middle line is somewhat difficult to read due to reflection and image blur. The piece appears to be a commemorative or presentation item, possibly the top of a flask, bottle, canteen, or a decorative container lid. The border features floral and geometric ornamentation typical of late 19th-century decorative metalwork. The central panel is polished and engraved in a formal script and block lettering.
Era
Late Victorian Era, dated 1886
Origin
Likely United States or Canada (North American English inscription; exact origin unknown)
Material
Likely silver, silver plate, or silvered metal with engraved decoration
Condition
Good overall condition with visible surface wear, light scratching, and tarnish consistent with age; no obvious major dents or breaks visible in the image
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 1.5 to 2 inches across, based on hand scale
Weight
Light
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium - The engraving and style appear period-appropriate for the late 19th century, but the exact material, function, and maker cannot be verified from this single image
Provenance
Likely a personalized presentation piece made for or given to 'Capt. Grandin' in 1886; exact maker and original function cannot be confirmed from the image alone
Historical Significance
If authentic and original to 1886, this is a personal commemorative object that may have local or genealogical significance. Items with named inscriptions can be historically interesting even when not especially valuable as precious metal objects.
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