Canes steadily grew in popularity starting around the 16th century, reaching their peak amongst the upper classes of society around the late-19th and early-20th centuries. They became more than just an accessory, but rather a symbol of ones status and wealth, making them an ideal Christmas gift during the period. The two-piece L-shaped grip is relief carved with bunches of grapes, vines, and leaves on the front face. The grip is joined to the shaft with a silver band engraved with "Newell Cole/Dec. 25. '94", which has a stamped knotted rope, "STERLING" marking, and a "WD/C" in a triangle maker's mark for William Demuth & Co. The shaft is a smooth hardwood tipped with German silver. It measures 39 1/4 inches overall.