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Antique English Sterling Silver Jewelry / Trinket / Ring Box

$325 USDAntique English Sterling Silver Jewelry / Trinket / Ring Box

Silver:Antique:Trinket Box
A beautiful oval shaped sterling silver jewellery box standing on four pretty legs. The top is decorated with all over engine turning with a raised border around the edge. In the centre there is a circular vacant cartouche which could be engraved if desired. The hinge is in excellent working order; when the lid is opened the original gilding can be found on the interior of the lid; the box is lined in a wonderful blue velvet. The box is hallmarked for Birmingham 1910, an Edwardian example. ...
Antique Sterling Silver And Guilloche Enamel Letter Opener

$220 USDAntique Sterling Silver And Guilloche Enamel Letter Opener

Antiques:Accessories
A stunning letter opener to grace the smartest of desk-tops, with a handle made from solid or sterling silver with the front having a beautiful panel of champagne or cream coloured guilloche enamel; a most unusual and elegant colour. The blade is equally stunning with highly decorative engraving, the blade is hallmarked for Sheffield 1870. A real stunner in excellent condition, measuring an impressive 9 1/2" in length.
Antique Sterling Silver And Mother or Pearl Handled Letter Opener

$175 USDAntique Sterling Silver And Mother or Pearl Handled Letter Opener

Antiques:Accessories
A delightful desk - top accessory, usable every day. This one has a pistol shaped handle with a decorative silver (unmarked) cap to the end and ferrule. The blade is sterling silver and hallmarked for Sheffield 1903, Edwardian with the makers mark for the famous silversmith, Mappin Brothers. Excellent condition, measuring 7 3/4" in length.
Tortoise Shell and Sterling Silver Lidded Cut Crystal Box

$350 USDTortoise Shell and Sterling Silver Lidded Cut Crystal Box

Silver:Sterling
An exquisite and highly decorative dressing table box made from cut crystal in the ever-popular hobnail cut. The lid is a work of art, made from English sterling silver with a hallmark for Birmingham 1912, so nearly 100 years old. The lid is inset with a wonderful piece of tortoiseshell with intricate silver pique inlay; this is all surrounded with a raised border on continual acanthus leaves ... quite stunning. All in excellent condition measuring 4" in length x 1 1/2" x 1 1/2".
Victorian English Sterling Silver and Tortoise Shell Page Turner

$250 USDVictorian English Sterling Silver and Tortoise Shell Page Turner

Antiques:Accessories
A handsome piece of antique Tortoiseshell was used to create this desk-top paper knife or page turner; with stunning markings and colours ranging from golden Champagne to rich chocolate brown. The handle is made from sterling silver and is hallmarked for London 1889 and includes the highly desirable head of Queen Victoria. Quite beautiful and in excellent condition, measuring 8 3/4" in length.
Victorian English Brass Mesh Letters Box or Caddy

$450 USDVictorian English Brass Mesh Letters Box or Caddy

Antiques:Metalware:Brass:Letter Racks Or Holders
I love it when these come my way, which isn't as often as I would like, so I was delighted to find this one on a recent buying trip. Made from brass wire mesh, it would sit perfect on a desk or foyer table or could also be wall-hung from the thick brass loop at the top. This one is meant to keep one organized, with two compartments, one for "Letters In" and the other for "Letters Out". A wonderful addition on any home or office in excellent condition. Measures 6 1/2" wide x 4 1/2" deep x 7 1/2" ...
Large English Sterling Silver Topped Cut Crystal Scent / Perfume Bottle

$475 USDLarge English Sterling Silver Topped Cut Crystal Scent / Perfume Bottle

Silver:Sterling
A stunning and impressive large English cut crystal perfume bottle weighing in at around 2 llbs or 750 grams, a quality example. The hinged lid is made from sterling silver, hallmarked on both top and collar. The full hallmark is for Birmingham 1912. The inside also retains it's original cut crystal stopper to keep the precious contents from evaporating. A grand piece for the dressing table in excellent undamaged condition measuring 5 1/2" tall with the globe having an approximate diameter ...
Fabulous Georgian Satinwood Tambour Writing / Stationery Box - Conch Shell Inlay

$2,150 USDFabulous Georgian Satinwood Tambour Writing / Stationery Box - Conch Shell Inlay

Antiques:Boxes:Stationery Or Writing
An absolute gem, rarely found and as elegant as they come. This outstanding early English writing box dates to around 1800 / 1820, Georgian in period. Made from rich Satinwood the top is decorated with a highly desirable large conch shell inlay, the edges cross-banded. The front tambour or roll-top is operated by pulling out the drawer, this then rolls back revealing a fully fitted interior including two small drawers with turned ivory knobs. The drawer is fitted with a lidded compartment for ...
English Georgian Inlaid Burl Yew Sewing / Jewellery Box c. 1810

$1,595 USDEnglish Georgian Inlaid Burl Yew Sewing / Jewellery Box c. 1810

Antiques:Boxes
A wonderful and highly unusual "two-tier" antique box having been beautifully re-lined with Italian hand marbled paper on the interior. A very versatile box, perfect for either a lady or gentleman, it could quite easily be used as a jewelry box, sewing box, desk / stationery box or the most stylish period accessory to hide those remote controls! The box dates to the early nineteenth century and is Georgian in era, and is beautifully decorated with a Tunbridge Ware style parquetry panel to the ...
Rare English Georgian Sterling Silver Figural Pill / Patch Box - Pocket Watch

$650 USDRare English Georgian Sterling Silver Figural Pill / Patch Box - Pocket Watch

Antiques:Accessories
A delightful and interesting early nineteenth century novelty pill or patch box in the from of a pocket watch, beautifully crafted and decorated with stunning engine turned decoration including on the small handle. The interior is gilded, this is also where the clear hallmark can be found for London 1819, together with the makers mark GW for George Wintle, a wonderful Georgian example. The box snaps shut nicely and is without damage. Measures 1 1/4" in diameter and 1 3/4" including handle.
Magnificent Large Antique Elkington Silver Plated Sugar Basket - Dated 1867

$295 USDMagnificent Large Antique Elkington Silver Plated Sugar Basket - Dated 1867

Antiques:Accessories
A wonderfully decorative Victorian silver plated sugar basket from the famous English silversmith, Elkington & Co. Beautifully pierced or reticulated, this decorative piece retains it's original Bristol blue hand blown glass liner, the ground pontil mark can be seen on the underside once it is removed. There is a full Elkington mark on the side with the date letter E which is for the year 1867. A good size measuring 5 1/5" across the top and standing 5 1/4" tall excluding handle. Superb ...
Antique English Six Drawer Pocket Telescope / Spyglass - Leather Bound

$495 USDAntique English Six Drawer Pocket Telescope / Spyglass - Leather Bound

Antiques:Accessories
A wonderful English Victorian pocket telescope measuring just 4" when all folded away together with it's protective lens cap. This is a rather rarer example being a six drawer spyglass (pulling out six times to fully extend). The optics are excellent and the small shutter intact to protect the lens in the eyepiece. Clad in a dark leather, it remains in excellent condition extending to 15" when fully opened. Dates to c.1850.
English Georgian Sterling Silver Lidded Glass Travel Box - 1813

$250 USDEnglish Georgian Sterling Silver Lidded Glass Travel Box - 1813

Antiques:Accessories
A very handsome little box which undoubtedly would have been part of a larger gentleman's boxed travel set. The box is made from heavy crystal and topped with a solid or sterling silver hinged lid with a raised cartouche to the lid with a very regal engraved crown topped with a Scottish thistle, the initials below I believe read G.C. The interior of the lid is where the English silver hallmark can be found for 1813 and the makers initials T.D for Thomas Dicks. Excellent condition measuring 1 5/8 ...
Pretty Engraved Crystal Vanity Jar - Sterling Silver and Tortoise Shell Lid

$295 USDPretty Engraved Crystal Vanity Jar - Sterling Silver and Tortoise Shell Lid

Silver:Sterling
Pretty as a picture, it's so hard to find them this attractive, and always highly sought-after. This one is a delight with the all around engraved ribbon and bow garland decoration matching the bows on the lid. The Top, made from solid or sterling silver is hallmarked for Birmingham 1922 and is inset with a large domed piece of antique tortoiseshell with attractive markings and a tapestry of colour ranging from golden champagne to rich chocolate brown. The silver pique is stunning, intricate and ...
Large Cut Crystal Vanity Jar / Pot - Sterling Silver and Tortoise Shell Lid

$395 USDLarge Cut Crystal Vanity Jar / Pot - Sterling Silver and Tortoise Shell Lid

Silver:Sterling
A wonderful large jar with a good thick piece of crystal with a most attractive cut decoration all around and a star cut on the underside; the glass is in perfect condition. The lid is made from solid or sterling silver hallmarked for Birmingham 1924. The top is set with a large glossy piece of luxurious antique tortoiseshell with striking marks and a tapestry of colours from golden champagne to rich chocolate brown. The shell is enhanced with a stunning silver pique inlay, pretty as a picture, ...
Miniature Hymn's Book - Sterling Silver - Reynold's Angels

$210 USDMiniature Hymn's Book - Sterling Silver - Reynold's Angels

Antiques:Accessories
A very good example of one of these highly sought-after little silver fronted Hymn books depicting the charming and ever-popular Reynold's Angels. The solid or sterling silver to the front is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham 1906, a true Edwardian example; the makers mark is also present L & S for Levi and Salaman. The black leather binding has it's original untouched patina, minor wear commensurate with age. The spine is gold embossed "Hymns A & M". The interior is nice and clean (a few pen ...
Pair Antique English Brass Candlesticks - Victorian

$250 USDPair Antique English Brass Candlesticks - Victorian

Antiques:Metalware:Brass
A most handsome pair of square column candle holders, cast in solid English brass and dating to around 1880. Their simple elegant design includes a few flourishes if design to make them decorative enough to impress. Excellent condition having been professionally polished to gleam, they measure 3 7/8" x 3 7/8" x 8" tall.
Antique English Inlaid Burr Walnut Playing Card Box

$495 USDAntique English Inlaid Burr Walnut Playing Card Box

Antiques:Boxes
A handsome and highly decorative playing card box dating to around 1990, late Victorian or Edwardian. Made from highly desirable burr or burl Walnut, the box is enhanced with fan inlays to top and front and framed with wonderful satinwood following the front and top edges. There are two compartments inside each containing a pack of vintage playing cards (not as old as the box), complete; these could be replaced with your own if desired. Excellent condition measuring 3 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 4 3/4" tall.
Antique English Oak Humidor / Cigar Cabinet - Grand & Aristocratic

$1,695 USDAntique English Oak Humidor / Cigar Cabinet - Grand & Aristocratic

Antiques:Boxes
A top-notch cigar cabinet or Humidor, dating to around 1880, Victorian in era. The quality is evident with it's original Bramah lock with working key, these were only used on the Rolls Royce of boxes. The cabinet is made from solid Oak with ebonised trim around the edges and decorated with stunning silver plated mounts with the central one to the lid have a very intricate and aristocratic monogram with Dragon bearing a sword above. The doors to the front are split one third / two thirds and ...
Grand Antler Handled Magnifying Glass - Sterling Silver Ferrule

$145 USDGrand Antler Handled Magnifying Glass - Sterling Silver Ferrule

Antiques:Accessories
An amazing large magnifying glass, perhaps for the gentleman's desk or the lodge in the mountains, this highly usable accessory will certainly impress. The handle is made from a very tactile antler horn with a sterling or solid silver ferrule hallmarked for Sheffield 1898. The magnifier is of course new, with a wonderful magnification and crystal clear clarity, perfectly functional. Excellent condition with a large glass diameter of 4" and measuring 10" in length.
Small Antique English Inlaid Mahogany Wall Mirror - Edwardian

$395 USDSmall Antique English Inlaid Mahogany Wall Mirror - Edwardian

Antiques:Accessories
Dating to around 1900 / 1910, late Victorian into the Edwardian period, this is a useful wall mirror in a very usable size. The mahogany frame is inlaid all around with Satinwood with fine double stringing either side. The ornate carved top is also inlaid with a handsome circular fan roundel. There is an old repaired grain crack to one piece of the carving, perfectly stable, not noticeable but mentioned purely for accuracy. Wired at the back and ready to hang and enjoy. Excellent condition ...
English Antique Cigar Caddy / Match Strike - George Travis & Co

$495 USDEnglish Antique Cigar Caddy / Match Strike - George Travis & Co

Silver:Antique:Silverplate
A wonderful and unusual figural cigar caddy / smokers compendium / Humidor dating to around 1890 by George Travis & Co of Sheffield. The circular base stands on it's original three ball feet with the central canister perhaps to contain the dead matches, topped with a lid mounted with what appears to be a sporting figure; I am unsure of the significance. He is holding a silver gilt rod like object. In front of the canister or jar is the cigar holder for six cigars, either side are match-strikes ...
Antique Gold Embossed Leather Letter Box - Answered / Unanswered

$495 USDAntique Gold Embossed Leather Letter Box - Answered / Unanswered

Antiques:Boxes:Stationery Or Writing
A handsome Victorian letter box dating to around 1860 with two slots to the top, one for "Answered" correspondence and the other for "Un Answered". The box is covered in embossed leather with an all-over quilted design with gilt decoration, with the gold worn to the top of the box commensurate with age. There is the original key which sits in the brass mounted escutcheon and in working order. The interior is totally original with the edges again gilt decorated including the manufacturers ...
Antique Sterling Silver Letter Opener - London 1893

$155 USDAntique Sterling Silver Letter Opener - London 1893

Silver:Antique:Desk Top
A very handsome letter opener to grace the most elegant of desk-tops. With it's smart simple design, this could possibly be a good choice for a gentleman's desk. The blade has a hallmark for London 1893. Excellent condition, measuring 8" in length.
Small Antique Pierced Folding Brass Book Stand / Lectern

$295 USDSmall Antique Pierced Folding Brass Book Stand / Lectern

Antiques:Metalware:Brass
Dating to around 1880, this English Victorian book rest is smaller than many, perfect for that special book, perhaps a prayer book or smaller bible. It would also look perfect in the kitchen for recipe cards or again a smaller cookery book. There are two semi-circular supports at the front which is where the book would sit and the pages held back with the green cord with solid brass ball weights. The cord is a replacement so in good order and ready to use. The book-rest stands on a folding easel ...
Antique Sterling Silver and Mother Of Pearl Letter Opener

$175 USDAntique Sterling Silver and Mother Of Pearl Letter Opener

Antiques:Accessories
A wonderfully pretty letter opener made from solid or sterling silver with the blade hallmarked for Sheffield 1869. One side of the blade is beautifully engraved, highly decorative. The handle is made from carved iridescent Mother of Pearl, always highly desirable and looks sensational combined with silver. Excellent condition and measuring 8 1/2" in length.
Highly Decorative English Pierced or Reticulated Inkstand / Inkwell

$325 USDHighly Decorative English Pierced or Reticulated Inkstand / Inkwell

Antiques:Inkstands And Inkwells
A wonderful Victorian heavy cast brass inkwell, a wonderful shape and a decorative centrepiece to enhance the best of desk-tops. The base is beautifully pierced or reticulated with a cast brass face to either end acting as handles. The base stands on it's four original cast feet. The inkwell unusually comes apart from the base, usually these are bolted together; this one however sits tightly into the base but allows it to be removed presumably for the butler or housekeeper to take away for ...
Sterling Silver and Tortoise Shell Letter Opener - Silver Pique Inlay

$210 USDSterling Silver and Tortoise Shell Letter Opener - Silver Pique Inlay

Silver:Sterling
A delightful and highly desirable letter opener in English sterling silver with a hallmark struck on the blade for Sheffield 1935. The front side of the handle is inset with a glossy piece of tortoiseshell beautifully decorated with intricate and decorative silver pique inlay. A wonderful desk accessory, and something special to use on a daily basis. Excellent condition measuring 8 1/4" long.
SALE PENDING Beautiful Victorian Floral Engraved Sterling Silver Card Case - Boxed

$650 USD Sale PendingSALE PENDING Beautiful Victorian Floral Engraved Sterling Silver Card Case - Boxed

Antiques:Accessories
A stunning addition to your visiting card case collection, this solid or sterling silver example has a stunning engraving both back and front. The front appears to be a vignette of spring Daffodils and the back looks like Wild Roses. The hinge and clasp are in full working order and once opened the interior reveals a chocolate brown leather interior with space for business cards and to small sections for postage stamps. This one actually retains a few visiting cards from the past owner " Mrs ...
 
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