Antique Edwardian Solid Silver Pipe Case

1900 - 1920

Sold by The Silver Cabinet

Description

This is an unusual solid sterling silver pipe case, dating from the Edwardian era.

It is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham 1904, with the maker's mark of William Henry Sparrow. There is also a Patent Number, 437046.

The outside is covered in fish scales with a press fastening to open the case. The hinge is firm. Internal lining is dark blue velvet, with moulding for a pipe stem and separate bowl. It is a tactile piece in excellent condition.

Dimensions:

Length: 10cm

Width: 5.5cm

Depth: 3.5cm

Weight: 75g

Complimentary gift wrapping is available on request.

Post and packaging are free within the UK. Overseas buyers please e-mail for postage costs and please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.

Physical Dimensions

Height

10cm (3.94")

Width

5.5cm (2.17")

Depth

3.5cm (1.38")

Declaration

The Silver Cabinet has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1107891

Dealers Internal Reference

C774

Description

This is an unusual solid sterling silver pipe case, dating from the Edwardian era.

It is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham 1904, with the maker's mark of William Henry Sparrow. There is also a Patent Number, 437046.

fig 1. Antique Edwardian Solid Silver Pipe Case

The outside is covered in fish scales with a press fastening to open the case. The hinge is firm. Internal lining is dark blue velvet, with moulding for a pipe stem and separate bowl. It is a tactile piece in excellent condition.

fig 2. Antique Edwardian Solid Silver Pipe Case

Dimensions:

Length: 10cm

Width: 5.5cm

Depth: 3.5cm

Weight: 75g

Complimentary gift wrapping is available on request.

Post and packaging are free within the UK.

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Overseas buyers please e-mail for postage costs and please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.

The Silver Cabinet

These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.