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A Superb Victorian Silver Cased Tape Measure
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A Superb Victorian Silver Cased Tape Measure

19th century
Sold 23 November 2025 · Andrew Cox Antiques
This “Superb Victorian Silver Cased Tape Measure” found a buyer.

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A rare pocket sized silver cased tape measure of excellent quality, dating from the late Victorian era. The casing is elegantly simplistic, free from engraving and very tactile. The tape pivots on a central pin and of is sprung steel. It works via a ratchet system and once pulled will remain extended until the release button on the top is slid to one side. On sliding the release button the sprung loaded tape retracts back into the body. The tape itself is 1 meter/ 40 inches in length and is printed with both imperial and metric measurements. A superb and very desirable item, still usable today. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing :- £8.00 UK.

£18.00 Europe.

£24.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no holes or splits. The mechanism works well and the tape is complete and in excellent condition.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- Sheffield 1899.

Maker :- James Chesterman & Co.

Diameter :- 3 cms.

Height :- 1.2 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.2cm (0.47")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this Silver Cased Tape Measure to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1162463
Dealers Internal Reference
ACA1886
Dealers Notes

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Description
A rare pocket sized silver cased tape measure of excellent quality, dating from the late Victorian era. The casing is elegantly simplistic, free from engraving and very tactile. The tape pivots on a central pin and of is sprung steel.
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It works via a ratchet system and once pulled will remain extended until the release button on the top is slid to one side.
Andrew Cox Antiques

On sliding the release button the sprung loaded tape retracts back into the body. The tape itself is 1 meter/ 40 inches in length and is printed with both imperial and metric measurements. A superb and very desirable item, still usable today. Dimensions below.

fig 1. A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out.
fig 1. A Superb Victorian Silver Cased Tape Measure

Postage and packing :- £8.00 UK.

£18.00 Europe.

£24.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no holes or splits. The mechanism works well and the tape is complete and in excellent condition.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- Sheffield 1899.

Maker :- James Chesterman & Co.

Diameter :- 3 cms.

Height :- 1.2 cms.

Height
1.2cm (0.47")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this Silver Cased Tape Measure to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1162463
Dealers Internal Ref
ACA1886
Andrew Cox Antiques
Andrew Cox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016

Specialists in quality antique silver, glassware, jewellery and object de vertu

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Archive I A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Superb Victorian Silver Cased Tape Measure

Archive II A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out. View II
Archive III A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out. View III
Archive IV A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out. View IV
Archive V A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out. View V
Archive VI A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out. View VI
Archive VII A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out. View VII
Archive VIII A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out. View VIII
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A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out.
A superb Victorian silver cased tape measure
Ref: SA1162463
A round, polished silver-cased tape measure sits on a grey surface with a portion of the metal tape pulled out.
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  • ObjectMeasuring Tools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Steel
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsCircular casing, Pull-out tape, Hallmark stamps, Mechanical winder
  • SizeH 1.2 cm (0 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

During the Victorian era, portable measuring tools became popular accessories for tailors, seamstresses, and domestic households, often crafted from precious metals to reflect the owners social status.

These items typically feature a sterling silver outer case enclosing a spring-loaded mechanism with a linen, silk, or metal measuring ribbon, often assembled by hand with delicate mechanical parts.

Authentic pieces generally display British hallmarks stamped onto the silver casing, indicating the assay office, silver standard, and year of manufacture.

This small object can be displayed inside a glass cabinet, placed on a desk as a decorative antique paperweight, or curated within a collection of vintage curiosities.

Preservation requires storing the item in a low-humidity environment and cleaning the silver casing periodically with a specialized non-abrasive polishing cloth to prevent tarnish accumulation.
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