Marks Antiques
Mayfair, London
A GEORGE V SILVER INKWELL
OMAR RAMSDEN
LONDON, 1926
Of circular compressed capstan form, the inscribed raised border enclosing three applied heraldic shields between the words 'Memor', 'Pristint' and 'Virtutis' in gothic script, the hinged lid with embossed badge of The 22nd London Regiment (The Queen's), the interior with olive green glass liner, lead underside
Diameter 6 1/8 in, 15.5 cm, engraved: 'OMAR RAMSDEN ~ ME FECIT'Omar Ramsden
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The inscription reads: 'TO / CAPT ALEXANDER PATERSON / M.C. / FROM C.F.H. GREENWOOD / ST / GEORGES DAY. 1927.'