Lot 1128
Vintage Embroidery Scissors. Lot of 2 pairs of scissors used for fine work. Oldest, circa 1890s, features German steel blades set with oversize sterling handles of American make. Handles are decorated with a lovely foliate pattern. The famed retailer, Marshall Field & Co., offered similar such scissors in their retail catalog of 1896. The second pair are of comparable shape to previous, but smaller, later, and once gilt. Lengths: 4-3/8"; 3-1/2". Both in nice condition.
Estimated Value $100 - 150.
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