Rare Tartanware Card Case On Silver Chain - Stuart

Antiques : Mauchline : Tartanware

 

I haven't had this form of an antique Mauchline Tartan card case before, I bought item # 30613 together with it and I wander if they were a matching set of "his and hers", clearly this being the ladies with the silver chain enabling it to be carried like a purse or handbag.

Also it has an unusual silver catch keeping it shut tightly when being carried with the chain handle.

The tartan is "Stuart" and retains it's little gold on black label. The case has a wonderful shape with curved edges all around.

The hinge is in full working order and the interior looks unused. There is no loss to the tartan, just a little age crazed patch to finish in one area, see photo.

Most unusual in excellent condition measuring 4 1/4" x 2 3/4".

Item ID: 30612

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