Vintage Wolco Silver-Plated Bottle Opener with Engraved Five Arrows Crest

Detailed Description

Design & Construction This classic crown-cap bottle opener features a substantial, balanced hand feel and refined Art Deco geometry. The handle is designed with multi-faceted bevelled borders and chamfered corners that taper cleanly toward a rounded neck collar. Weighing a solid 97.43 grams, it provides excellent leverage and ergonomic comfort when lifting bottle caps.

Insignia & Heraldic Context

• Engraved Face: The upper terminal of the handle displays an engraved sheaf of five arrows bound at the center by a ribbon knot. In classical heraldry, a bundle of arrows symbolizes concord and strength through unity ("strength united is stronger"). A five-arrow motif bound by a ribbon is widely recognized in European heraldry, most notably within the coat of arms of the Rothschild family.

• Reverse Marking: The opposite side of the handle end is embossed with the maker's mark "Wolco" set neatly inside an elongated, rectangular cartouche.

• Secondary Marks: A small maker's or silverplate stamp is faintly struck on the collar rim (stated as not specified / not readable).

Technical Specifications

• Brand / Manufacturer: Wolco

• Object Type: Crown bottle opener / cap lifter

• Material: Silver-plated metal over base alloy (core alloy composition: not specified / not readable)

• Total Length: 150.00 mm

• Head Width: 36.60 mm

• Handle Thickness: 9.55 mm

• Weight: 97.43 g

• Country of Manufacture: Not specified / not readable

• Condition: Original vintage condition. Displays genuine age patina, natural silver tarnishing, and surface micro-scratches consistent with authentic handling and age. Unpolished to preserve its historical character and collector value.