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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Sovereign Case 1900
Robert Bush Antiques
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Robert Bush Antiques

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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Sovereign Case 1900

19th century
Description

This is a super antique Victorian sterling silver sovereign case measuring 1 1/4" (3 cms) across.

It's hallmarked for Birmingham 1900 with the silversmiths mark for John Edward Wilmot.

It's in super condition with no inscriptions or monograms and weighs 30 grams.

The area inside springs as it should and any marks you can see on the silver are just reflections - the coin does not come with the case it is for show purposes only.

This sovereign case will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping

Please visit us at www.robertbushantiques.co.uk if you would like to see our full inventory

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Sovereign Case to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1089343
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9534
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Description
This is a super antique Victorian sterling silver sovereign case measuring 1 1/4" (3 cms) across.

It's hallmarked for Birmingham 1900 with the silversmiths mark for John Edward Wilmot.

It's in super condition with no inscriptions or monograms and weighs 30 grams.

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The area inside springs as it should and any marks you can see on the silver are just reflections - the coin does not come with the case it is for show purposes only.
Robert Bush Antiques
fig 1. A circular Victorian sterling silver sovereign case with hand-engraved scroll patterns, a blank shield cartouche, and a top suspension ring.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Sovereign Case 1900

This sovereign case will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping

Please visit us at www.robertbushantiques.co.uk if you would like to see our full inventory

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Sovereign Case to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1089343
Dealers Internal Ref
9534
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Robert Bush Antiques Profile Page

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Robert Bush Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Sovereign Case 1900

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Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
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The Uplands
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
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A circular Victorian sterling silver sovereign case with hand-engraved scroll patterns, a blank shield cartouche, and a top suspension ring.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Sovereign Case 1900
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Sovereign cases were introduced in the nineteenth century as secure pocket holders for British gold sovereigns and half-sovereigns. Designed with interior spring-loaded platforms, they protected high-value coins from wear, theft, and accidental loss while traveling.

Authentic sovereign cases were primarily crafted from sterling silver or solid gold, featuring internal steel springs and fitted brass or silver push plates. External surfaces were commonly hand-engraved with scrollwork, leaf motifs, and central shield cartouches intended for initials.

Authentic British sterling silver cases bear clear assay office hallmarks, including the lion passant mark, a date letter, and a silversmith makers mark. The interior spring mechanism should retain tension, and the push-button catch should operate smoothly.

In modern styling, these cases are frequently repurposed as decorative pendant lockets on heavy silver neck chains or attached to pocket watch Albert chains. They are also collected and displayed in glass-topped pocket watch frames or antique shadow boxes.

Clean silver sovereign cases using a soft, non-abrasive silver polishing cloth to maintain the luster without removing intentional dark oxidisation in the engraved recessed areas. Avoid immersing the item in liquid chemical dips, as moisture can damage the interior steel spring.
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