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Victorian Silver Purse Detachable Into 2 Parts London 1872 Wright & Davies
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Victorian Silver Purse Detachable Into 2 Parts London 1872 Wright & Davies

19th century
Description

A superb quality Antique Sterling Silver Coin Purse on a chain with finger ring.

A Victorian silver purse of rounded rectangular form with machined decoration, body detaches in two to reveal sprung half, silk lined with coin holders, fitted to a silver chain and hoop, hallmarked London 1872, William Thomas Wright & Frederick Davies

Beautiful engine turning to both sides and vacant cartouche.

Measuring 9 cm x 4.5 cm and weighs 74 grams.

In very good condition, opens and shuts well, a bit of surface wear commensurate of age and use.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Purse to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1196818
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Description
A superb quality Antique Sterling Silver Coin Purse on a chain with finger ring.

A Victorian silver purse of rounded rectangular form with machined decoration, body detaches in two to reveal sprung half, silk lined with coin holders, fitted to a silver chain and hoop, hallmarked London 1872, William Thomas Wright & Frederick Davies

fig 1. A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case.
fig 1. Victorian Silver Purse Detachable Into 2 Parts London 1872 Wright & Davies

Beautiful engine turning to both sides and vacant cartouche.

Measuring 9 cm x 4.5 cm and weighs 74 grams.

In very good condition, opens and shuts well, a bit of surface wear commensurate of age and use.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Purse to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1196818
Queens Antiques and Collectables
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2025

Specialising in georgian & later high quality silver pieces.

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Archive I A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case.

Victorian Silver Purse Detachable Into 2 Parts London 1872 Wright & Davies

Archive II A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View II
Archive III A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View III
Archive IV A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View IV
Archive V A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View V
Archive VI A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View IX
Archive X A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View X
Archive XI A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View XIII
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Archive XV A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case. View XV
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A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case.
Victorian Silver Purse detachable into 2 Parts London 1872 Wright & Davies
Ref: SA1196818
A Victorian sterling silver purse with engine-turned geometric engraving, shown open with a blue silk concertina lining beside a detachable silver case.
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FAQs

Worn during the late 19th century, Victorian detachable silver purses were compact accessories designed to hold currency, calling cards, or stamps, often attached to a chatelaine or belt chain.

These accessories were typically constructed from hallmarked sterling silver, featuring engine-turned or hand-engraved geometric designs, and fitted internally with silk or velvet concertina partitions.

Authentic items feature official British hallmark stamps detailing the makers initials, silver purity mark, assay office emblem, and date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

Small antique silver pieces can be displayed within glass cloches, placed on decorative vanity trays, or mounted inside shadow frames on bookshelves and dressers.

Silver exteriors should be buffed using a dry silver polishing cloth, avoiding liquid chemicals or water immersion that could damage the interior silk lining.
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