Antique Silver Stamp Box and Blotter

An unusual solid sterling silver roller blotter incorporating two lidded stamp compartments. Dating from the Edwardian era, it is hallmarked for Chester 1905 ad has the maker's mark for James Deakin & Sons. The stamp compartments, one double and the other a large single space, have hinged lids which make photographing quite tricky! The wooden base is showing some signs of wear on the sides and there are a couple of small bruises on the silver handle but these signs of wear do not detract from what is an attractive and unusual desk item.