237 A scarce Julius Vom Hofe German silver 3 ½” multiplier reel,

solid nickel silver construction with 2:1 ratio half bridged gearing, off-set serpentine ebonite crank handle, block foot stamped 2/00, rim mounted drum tension button, hinged spindle oil caps and faceplate stamped makers details, circa 1880 (see illustration) £700-1000