I would like to thank everyone for their interesting and most informative comments (even old gits
the level of knowledge of some of the members of the forum never ceases to amaze me nor does the fact that it is so freely given, I really am most appreciative.
I had no idea of its age it was one of those impulse buys I saw it and just had to have it for the beautiful decoration and superb craftsmanship, I love it
With regard to it`s age I would defer to your knowledge and experience.
For interest I have owned it for approx. 20 years. Thanks again for your comments.
Regards
Miguel