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A Delightful Silver & Connemara Marble Card Case
Andrew Cox Antiques
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A Delightful Silver & Connemara Marble Card Case

1900 - 1920
Description

A delightful silver card case, dating to the Edwardian era. This charming example is decorated to the front with delicate sprays of engraved foliage, centred by two inset clover motifs in attractive and contrasting Connemara marble. The reverse is plain and the shaped rim aids with the easy removal of the cards held inside. An attractive example and collectable piece. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£24.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or holes.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- William J Holmes.

Date :- Birmingham 1901.

Width :- 4.2 cms.

Length :- 7.8 cms.

Depth :- 0.6 cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.8cm (3.07")
Width
4.2cm (1.65")
Depth
0.6cm (0.24")
Declaration

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this Silver Connemara Marble Card Case to the Edwardian era.

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SA1167948
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ACA2191
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Description
A delightful silver card case, dating to the Edwardian era.
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This charming example is decorated to the front with delicate sprays of engraved foliage, centred by two inset clover motifs in attractive and contrasting Connemara marble.
Andrew Cox Antiques

The reverse is plain and the shaped rim aids with the easy removal of the cards held inside. An attractive example and collectable piece. Dimensions below.

fig 1. A polished silver rectangular card sleeve featuring hand-engraved leaf sprays and inlaid green Connemara marble shamrock motifs.
fig 1. A Delightful Silver & Connemara Marble Card Case

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£24.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or holes.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- William J Holmes.

Date :- Birmingham 1901.

Width :- 4.2 cms.

Length :- 7.8 cms.

Depth :- 0.6 cm.

Height
7.8cm (3.07")
Width
4.2cm (1.65")
Depth
0.6cm (0.24")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this Silver Connemara Marble Card Case to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1167948
Dealers Internal Ref
ACA2191
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 polished silver rectangular card sleeve featuring hand-engraved leaf sprays and inlaid green Connemara marble shamrock motifs.

A delightful silver & Connemara marble card case

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A polished silver rectangular card sleeve featuring hand-engraved leaf sprays and inlaid green Connemara marble shamrock motifs.
A delightful silver & Connemara marble card case
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A polished silver rectangular card sleeve featuring hand-engraved leaf sprays and inlaid green Connemara marble shamrock motifs.
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Calling card cases became prominent social accessories during the nineteenth century, used to hold personal visiting cards presented upon entering a residence. Crafting these items in sterling silver or mixed materials reflected etiquette and status during the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

Irish silver items often incorporate local minerals such as Connemara marble alongside fine sterling or coin silver. Craftsmen frequently used hand engraving, chasing, and stone inlay to create decorative foliate and shamrock designs.

Authenticity is determined by evaluating hallmarks, maker marks, and the quality of the stone setting. Authentic Connemara marble exhibits unique green serpentine veining, while historical silver displays period-appropriate hand engraving and hallmark stamps.

Small silver objects can be styled on desk trays, incorporated into bookshelf vignettes, or presented in glass display cloches. They serve as historical decorative accents on study desks, console tops, and curiosity cabinets.

Silver components should be cleaned gently using a soft cotton cloth and silver polishing lotion, avoiding harsh chemical dips that could damage porous natural stones like marble. Store in low-humidity environments to minimize oxidisation.
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