Hilliard & Thomason (1898) Chester Large sterling silver concertina card case lined with moiré blue silk and engraved with ivy and - Box - .925 silver, Paper, Silk
Stunning late Victorian large sterling silver concertina card case. Beautifully engraved all over with an intricate Art Nouveau design of scrolling foliage, ivy leaves and flowerheads. The interior is lined with royal blue moiré watered silk and paper.
The front of the case has a large vacant cartouche, so this can be engraved as a present.
Gorgeous and functional piece that captures the best of Victorian craftsmanship.
Maker: Hilliard & Thomason
Assay office: Chester, a centre of English provincial silver
Date: 1898
92. 86 g / 2. 99 t oz
1. 5 x 7 x 10 cm
Excellent antique condition. Few tiny dings; some light wear inside appropriate to age and use.
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Stunning late Victorian large sterling silver concertina card case. Beautifully engraved all over with an intricate Art Nouveau design of scrolling foliage, ivy leaves and flowerheads. The interior is lined with royal blue moiré watered silk and paper.
The front of the case has a large vacant cartouche, so this can be engraved as a present.
Gorgeous and functional piece that captures the best of Victorian craftsmanship.
Maker: Hilliard & Thomason
Assay office: Chester, a centre of English provincial silver
Date: 1898
92. 86 g / 2. 99 t oz
1. 5 x 7 x 10 cm
Excellent antique condition. Few tiny dings; some light wear inside appropriate to age and use.
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