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George VI Art Deco Silver Purse Cigarette Case Birmingham 1942 William Adams Ltd
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George VI Art Deco Silver Purse Cigarette Case Birmingham 1942 William Adams Ltd

1920 - 1940
Description

A superb quality Art Deco period Sterling Silver Coin Purse / Cigarette case on a chain with finger ring.

A George VI silver purse, of rectangular form with engraved scroll decorations, push button clasp, fitted to silver chain, hallmarked Birmingham 1942, William Adams Ltd.

Beautiful engraving on both sides and vacant cartouche.

Measuring 11.5 cm x 6 cm and weighs 65 grams.

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Art Deco Silver Purse to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1196825
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Description
A superb quality Art Deco period Sterling Silver Coin Purse / Cigarette case on a chain with finger ring.
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A George VI silver purse, of rectangular form with engraved scroll decorations, push button clasp, fitted to silver chain, hallmarked Birmingham 1942, William Adams Ltd.
Queens Antiques and Collectables

Beautiful engraving on both sides and vacant cartouche.

Measuring 11.5 cm x 6 cm and weighs 65 grams.

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

Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Art Deco Silver Purse to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1196825
Queens Antiques and Collectables
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2025

Specialising in georgian & later high quality silver pieces.

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An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche.
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Archive I An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche.

George VI Art Deco Silver Purse Cigarette Case Birmingham 1942 William Adams Ltd

Archive II An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View II
Archive III An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View III
Archive IV An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View IV
Archive V An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View V
Archive VI An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View VI
Archive VII An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View VII
Archive VIII An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View VIII
Archive IX An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View IX
Archive X An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View X
Archive XI An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View XI
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Archive XIII An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche. View XIII
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An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche.
George VI Art Deco Silver Purse Cigarette Case Birmingham 1942 William Adams Ltd
Ref: SA1196825
An engraved Art Deco sterling silver purse featuring a fine chain handle, detailed floral scrollwork, and a central polished oval cartouche.
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  • ObjectSilver Accessories
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsScrollwork engraving, Oval cartouche, Chain handle, Push-button clasp
  • SizeH 11.5 cm (5 in) x W 6 cm (2 in)

This George VI Art Deco silver purse and cigarette case comes from the 1940 period and is made from sterling silver in a bright silver colour. The rectangular piece displays detailed floral scrollwork engraving across the body, a central polished vacant oval cartouche on the side, a push-button clasp on top, and a fine silver chain handle attached to the upper corners. Surface wear appears across the metallic body as signs of age and use, whilst the clasp operates correctly to open and shut the case. The item measures 11.5 cm high by 6 cm wide. It serves as a decorative collectible accessory or a compact personal holder for small everyday items within a home interior.

FAQs

Popular during the early to mid-20th century, silver purses were compact personal accessories designed to hold small essentials or cigarettes during social engagements.

These items were constructed from solid sterling silver or silver plate, featuring hand-engraved scrollwork, engine-turned geometric patterns, integrated chain straps, and hinged push-button clasps.

Authentic British silver items carry complete hallmarks stamped into the metal, including a makers mark, town mark, assay mark, and date letter indicating the exact year and origin of manufacture.

Silver accessory cases can be displayed on a dressing table tray, mounted inside a shadow box frame, or arranged on a glass cabinet shelf alongside other silver collectibles.

Clean carefully using a soft, lint-free cloth and specialised silver polish to remove tarnish, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive pads that could damage fine engraving.
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