. Carved cage example - some of the inlay missing to the top of the stick, some slight staining, a chip to the curved end and a crack to the top. ETS thistle example - a chip to two of the rings on handle, overall wear, some paint marks to the bottom end and very rubbed. Gull wing with bone mount - several chips of varying sized to the edges, scratches and wear. Gull wing with brass mount - mainly scratches and wear. Straight knitting stick - several cracks, some staining, overall wear. Brass stick - very worn and some small dents, possibly has repairs to reverse side. Estimate £100-£150.

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