Sold for A$385
W. Woodroofe / Trade (Spinning Top) Mark / Registered / Norwood // Please / Replace the Stopper. Base Mark: FBH. Stopper: Woodroofe's / Norwood / S.A. / Drinks. (South Australia) Aerated Water Internal Thread Applied top. Aqua. 26 oz. 264 mm. 1890s
Very Good. Deep curved scuffed scratch over about 40 mm to the front lip curving to the left lip. Two small flakes to rear base edge, one is nibbled. Scuffed scratch across front shoulder. Heavily stained throughout. Some scuffs and scratches. There are some tiny fisheyes to be found. A few impact type marks to the sharp base edge. Heavy embossing to the front, there is some minor high point wear. The original flat stopper is branded and an interesting piece in its own right. A few impact marks to the body. Quite a rare variation made by FBH for this company. Grade: 7 Estimate: $300 - 400
