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Elegant 19th Century Brass Alms Box
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Elegant 19th Century Brass Alms Box

19th century
Sold 14 August 2024 · David Pickett Antiques
This “Elegant 19th Century Brass Alms Box” found a buyer.

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Description

Dating to the 19th Century, this is a beautiful brass alms box. The piece has good clean lines and elegant acorn finials. The ends are held together with an internal rod and unscrew in order to get the money out.

The condition is good with slight signs of age related wear.

Weight approx 635g

Height approx 17.5cm

Total Length approx 18cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Alms Box to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.5cm (6.89")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Reference Numbers
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SA1040929
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Description
Dating to the 19th Century, this is a beautiful brass alms box. The piece has good clean lines and elegant acorn finials. The ends are held together with an internal rod and unscrew in order to get the money out.

The condition is good with slight signs of age related wear.

Weight approx 635g

Height approx 17.5cm

Total Length approx 18cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Alms Box to the 19th Century.

Height
17.5cm (6.89")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1040929
David Pickett Antiques
David Pickett Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2020

Specialists in old sheffield plate

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A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Elegant 19th Century Brass Alms Box

Archive II A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates. View II
Archive III A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates. View III
Archive IV A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates. View IV
Archive V A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates. View V
Archive VI A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates. View VI
Archive VII A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates. View VII
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A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates.
Elegant 19th Century Brass Alms Box
Ref: SA1040929
A cylindrical brass alms box featuring a coin slot on top, raised on four scrolling feet with finial details on the end plates.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCoin slot, Scrolled feet, Finial accents, Cylindrical body
  • SizeH 17.5 cm (7 in) x W 18 cm (7 in)

Alms boxes historically served as secure receptacles placed in churches and public buildings to collect monetary donations and charitable offerings for the poor.

These items were predominantly constructed from cast or sheet brass, often featuring secure locking mechanisms, engraved ornamentation, and sturdy mounting brackets.

Authentic period pieces typically display historical manufacturing marks, natural patination, hand-finished details, and wear patterns consistent with age rather than uniform modern casting.

Such metallic objects function effectively as sculptural shelf objects, desk accessories, or curated accents within traditional or eclectic interior spaces.

Maintenance requires gentle dusting with a soft dry cloth and avoiding abrasive chemical polishes that strip away the historical oxidation and patination.
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