A fine silver bowl, repouss�d and chased with 12 panels of zodiac figures, made in 1884 by Hamilton and Inches, Edinburgh. The silver and jewellery store was founded in 1866, it obtained a Royal Warrant in 1893, and was visited by Her Majesty in 2016 to mark its 150th anniversary. This type of bowl appeared in the British market at the same time with the formation of the British Empire in South Asia, lasting from 1858 to 1947. However, we can also trace this bowl back to the 1500 Iran and the starting of Safavid period. The zodiac bowl was also called divination bowl and it was used in medicine to try to determine the cause of illness. The way they did this was by looking at how light reflected on each side of the bowl and on which sign of the zodiac. The silver presents HI, the Birmingham assay mark, and date letter �c� for 1884.Dimensions:Height: 5.8 cm | Diameter: 8 cm | Weight: 102 g. Condition: In excellent condition with great set of marks. Delivery: Free UK tracked deliveryEurope International Tracked Shipping �9 flat fee (we will combine shipping costs)Worldwide International Tracked Shipping �12 flat fee (we will combine shipping costs)We aim to dispatch within two working days. This may be longer for international deliveries. All items are packed securely using acid-free paper, water-soluble filler and eco-friendly packing.Return:You have the right to return your item within 14 working days from the day after you receive it. How to buy: If you are interested in this item please get in touch, or you can buy it directly using the form below.