Friday, August 10, 2007

Rabbie Burns' hip flask set to go under hammer

Within a late 18th century metal box with hinged lid, swing carrying handle and lock plate and key, the vase shaped flattened flask made of green glass within a stitched leather case, with a cork stopper. 13 wide, 27.5cm high (5" wide, 10.5" high).

Robert Burns' hip flask

Up for auction at Bonhams.

Estimate: £600 - £800.

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