{"product_id":"19th-century-j-e-ratcliffe-patented-letter-clip","title":"Antique 19th Century Victorian Hand Letter Clip - Patented J \u0026 E Ratcliff Letter Clip c1880's","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of refined Victorian elegance to your desk, studio or styling kit with the beautiful 19th-century patented letter clip.  Expertly crafted in England by the renowned makers J \u0026amp; E Ratcliff, this metal clip is shaped as a beautifully detailed hand with an ornate, lace-cuffed sleeve and a small ring on the index finger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally designed to keep correspondence in order on a Victorian gentleman's desk, this versatile piece is as functional today as it was over a century ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to style \u0026amp; use today\u003cbr\u003eFor designers \u0026amp; makers: an exquisite way to clamp together fabric swatches, wallpaper samples or mood board elements.\u003cbr\u003eFor the home office: a striking document holder to keep your desk beautifully organised.\u003cbr\u003eFor photographers \u0026amp; stylists: a tactile prop for flatlays, editorial shoots and shop displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMakers: J \u0026amp; E Ratcliff\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: English\u003cbr\u003eEra: 19th Century \/ Victorian\u003cbr\u003eMaterial Cast metal \/ brass\u003cbr\u003eSize: Hand length 11 cm \/ Base length 13.5cm\u003cbr\u003eCondition: This original antique clip is in excellent structural condition with a strong, functional spring mechanism.  It boasts a wonderfully rich, deep dark patina that highlights the intricate details of the lace cuff.  There is honest, age-related wear to the metal finish, only adding to its authentic historic character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Deliberate Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57846323380488,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/4793\/5496\/files\/CBF8768B-77FD-48EF-9047-E670ABCFB1AD.jpg?v=1779182998","url":"https:\/\/thedeliberatehome.com\/products\/19th-century-j-e-ratcliffe-patented-letter-clip","provider":"The Deliberate Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}