S/1840 19th Century Sycamore Butter Stamp

An unusual chamfered rectangular sycamore butter stamp, having carved capital letters reading 'EASTPOOL', presumably being the name of the farm, and having a raised turned handle to the reverse. The whole has a pleasing light honey colour and retains a patination.

Sold 7¾ in. (19.5 cm.) Wide
3½ in. (9 cm.) Deep
2½ in. (6.5 cm.) High
English Circa 1840