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I inherited these two Walking Sticks from my father. He never told me anything about them before he died. I do know the mans head is Ivory and the dogs head is a concealed dagger. I would like to know if they have any value and maybe a history on them, Any info would be appreciated.
Thanks, Bill
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Canes and Walking SticksWhen most people these days think of an antique cane or walking stick, they…
I guess I can't get any info from this site. Thanks anyway.
Bill
I wish I knew more about canes, Bill. But I do love that the dog's head has a dagger.
Thanks for the reply Lisa. Hopefully I'll find out more info on them someday.
Bill
Those are really cool. Have you thought about taking them to an appraiser? There is one in every big city. Maybe even the antique road show? They are always on tour. This is kind of an oddball thing to have knowledge on, but they sure are cool.
Hi I love the walking sticks if you see my profile you'll see why , In my reserch for the scepter walking sticks would often come up and from meny differnt sources , what I mostly did was google antique walking sticks hope this helps thanks