拍品专文
One of the principal functions of the High Court of Admiralty was the award and distribution of prize money. This tipstaff was probably used by the Court Beadle when it was sitting.
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细节
A VICTORIAN TIPSTAFF FOR THE ADMIRALTY COURT
cast in brass in three threaded sections: handle, main tube engraved with Royal Arms (worn) crown with paddle attached inscribed Admiralty of England -- 11¾in. (30cm.) long
See illustration
cast in brass in three threaded sections: handle, main tube engraved with Royal Arms (worn) crown with paddle attached inscribed Admiralty of England -- 11¾in. (30cm.) long
See illustration
注意事项
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