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all with decorative mother-of-pearl handles; the first spade, makers mark (R.B) not traced, London 1786, the triangular blade with a border of bright cut engraving around a central initial, 21cm long; the second spade by George Unite, Birmingham 1867, the triangular blade with a border of decorative bright cut engraving, 18cm long; the first scoop by Samuel Pemberton, Birmingham 1809 with slightly concave round topped blade, 16cm long; the second scoop by Francis Clark, Birmingham 1845, with concave round topped blade and ornately carved handle 17cm long (4)

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