the first, early 20^th Century, metal link chain, with two detachable handles one horn and one ebony – 45cm. (long); second, France, 20^th Century, stamped BRUNEAU, metal link chain, with two detachable metal handles – 44cm. (long); the third, English, early 20^th Century, Arnold & Sons, metal detachable handles, link chain and blunt-pointed needle, in plush and velvet-lined, leatherette case – 12cm. x 6.5cm.

Note: First previously bought at Christie’s, South Kensington 13^th August, 1998 (Lot 79). The second previously bought David Stanley Auctions, 30^th March 1996 (Lot 241). The third at Christie’s, South Kensington 1^st June 2000 (Lot 70).