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Victorian Silver Single Sovereign Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1885
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Victorian Silver Single Sovereign Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1885

19th century
Sold 6 January 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This Victorian solid silver single sovereign case was made by the renowned Sampson Mordan and is dated London 1885. Both front and back embossed with wrythen fluted decorations. The front with vacant roundel .The sprung hinged cover operated by a push button. Opens to reveal a spring loaded compartment.

Suspension loop.

All sprung mechanisms in good order.

Hallmarks:

S.Mf or Sampson Mordan.

London Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "K" for 1885.

Dimensions:

Diameter: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

Height: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches

Weight: 27 g .

Condition:

Good.

Sprung mechanisms in very good order.

Push button in very good order.

Snaps shut nicely.

Strong hinge.

Maker's marks very clear.

Font roundel with minor crease.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Sovereign Case to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1107925
Dealers Internal Reference
NOVE77
Description
This Victorian solid silver single sovereign case was made by the renowned Sampson Mordan and is dated London 1885. Both front and back embossed with wrythen fluted decorations. The front with vacant roundel .The sprung hinged cover operated by a push button. Opens to reveal a spring loaded compartment.
fig 1. A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side.
fig 1. Victorian Silver Single Sovereign Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1885

Suspension loop.

All sprung mechanisms in good order.

Hallmarks:

S.Mf or Sampson Mordan.

London Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "K" for 1885.

Dimensions:

Diameter: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

Height: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches

fig 2. A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side.
fig 2. Victorian Silver Single Sovereign Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1885

Weight: 27 g .

Condition:

Good.

Sprung mechanisms in very good order.

Push button in very good order.

Snaps shut nicely.

Strong hinge.

Maker's marks very clear.

Font roundel with minor crease.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

fig 3. A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side.
fig 3. Victorian Silver Single Sovereign Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1885

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Sovereign Case to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1107925
Dealers Internal Ref
NOVE77
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Archive I A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Silver Single Sovereign Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1885

Archive II A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side. View II
Archive III A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side. View III
Archive IV A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side. View IV
Archive V A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side. View V
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side.
VICTORIAN SILVER SINGLE SOVEREIGN CASE BY SAMPSON MORDAN, LONDON 1885
Ref: SA1107925
A round, fluted antique silver sovereign case with a suspension loop attached to the side.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPocket Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFluted swirl pattern, Central circular cartouche, Suspension loop
  • SizeH 1.5 cm (1 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Sovereign cases became popular during the Victorian era as a secure, portable way to carry gold sovereign coins used in everyday currency before paper money dominated.

These cases were typically crafted from sterling silver or 9ct gold, often featuring internal spring mechanisms to hold the coin securely in place.

Authentic pieces feature clear British hallmarks indicating the assay office, year of manufacture, and makers mark, such as that of Sampson Mordan.

Small antique silver items are often displayed inside glass cloches, within table-top vitrines, or styled on a tray in a study to add historical interest.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a non-abrasive silver cloth to maintain the patina and avoid damaging delicate hallmarks or surface details.
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