A rare and visually appealing Victorian mixed-material tool group comprising a miniature perfume corkscrew, a mother-of-pearl handled sewing stiletto, and a bone-handled sewing stiletto or lace awl.

Each piece is fitted with a tapered Sheffield steel working end and simple metal ferrules, reflecting the high standard of Victorian domestic tool manufacture.

The mother-of-pearl handled tools feature finely carved acanthus leaf decoration, a classic Victorian motif associated with luxury vanity and dressing table sets. The bone-handled stiletto represents a more utilitarian counterpart, commonly found in everyday sewing kits, showing natural grain and age character consistent with bovine bone.

These tools would originally have formed part of fitted sewing boxes or travelling vanity etuis used in the late nineteenth century.

The combination of decorative and practical materials makes this a particularly representative group of Victorian domestic craftsmanship.

Maker: Attributed Sheffield manufacture (unmarked)

Origin: Sheffield, England (attributed)

Period: c. 1870–1910

Material: Mother-of-pearl, bone, steel, brass fittings

Markings: No maker’s marks present

Measurements & Weight: Corkscrew: 10 cm, Mother-of-pearl stiletto: 9.5 cm, Bone stiletto: approx. 9 cm, Weight:0.03kg

Condition Report:Offered in good antique condition. Steel components show expected patina and light surface wear consistent with age. Mother-of-pearl handles retain attractive iridescence with minor age wear but no significant damage. Bone handle shows natural grain and age patina. All pieces remain complete and display well as a cohesive Victorian tool group.