Hey Diddle Diddle Repoussé Baby Rattle and similar items

UP FOR SALE: Beautiful Victorian sterling silver baby rattle and teething ring, featuring a Hey Diddle Diddle nursery rhyme motif in fine repousse relief. Two hollow silver bells hang from a luminous mother-of-pearl handle, which is engraved with delicate floral details. Each bell is richly detailed with cherub and cloud designs ? classic of late 19th-century silverwork. Both belss are stamped STERLING; one is engraved RICHEY, likely the name of the child it was made for. The silver has a lovely, even patina and gentle wear consistent with age. The mother-of-pearl handle is smooth and intact with no cracks or chips. Bells ring clearly. An exquisite example of Victorian nursery silver, ideal for collectors or as an heirloom display piece. AS IS AS SHOWN ? Please check out all the pics and zoom in for the best look. Photos tell the story better than I ever could! Thanks so much for looking! Vintage and secondhand goodies usually have some character (aka flaws). I do my best to describe everything honestly, but I?m no expert. What you see is what you get. All my stuff comes from a smoke-free home and gets a good cleaning before it heads out. I ship Monday through Saturday fast and packed with care! Colors might look a little different depending on your screen and lighting. Props are just for show -- only the item(s) listed in the title are included. Got a problem? Message me first! I'm easy to work with and want you to be happy! Poke around my store if you want, I am happy to bundle shipping! Visit my Store for more great finds!