A little cannon with a rather different way of making itself heard. This Victorian whistle pendant has the charm of an object that takes its practical purpose just seriously enough, while having some fun with its appearance. Small enough to wear on a chain, large enough to make a statement both visual and audible, it is a lovely example of the unexpected things that found their way into antique jewelry.

Dating to circa 1890, this silver whistle is fashioned in the shape of a miniature cannon. It measures 42 millimeters long, 15 millimeters across and 11.6 millimeters deep, and weighs 3.67 grams. The hallmarks include a lion passant indicating sterling silver and the maker’s mark “T S,” alongside two additional marks that are too worn to decipher.

An appealing addition to a collection of silver novelties, or a playful pendant for someone who likes their jewelry to start a conversation. It would be equally at home hanging from a watch chain, ready to reveal its unexpected purpose.

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Item id: PT0326026V