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Edwardian Silver Stamp Box
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Sturmans Antiques

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Edwardian Silver Stamp Box

1900 - 1920
Description

A late Edwardian solid silver stamp box in mint condition, hallmarked Birmingham 1908. The solid silver box with dished base and small bun feet to the corners. Spring loaded hinged top with glazed window for displaying a stamp. The lid opening to reveal a gilt lined interior for storing the stamps and red leather cloth lining to the interior of the lid. Bears the makers mark for Birmingham silversmiths E. S. Barnsley specialists in this type of item, along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in immaculate condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Stamp Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1223595
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 43691
Dealers Notes

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We offer a professional fully insured delivery service for larger items. Please contact us with your postcode for a door-to-door delivery quote for a specific item.

For clocks and barometers bought from us, we also offer a setting up service by our trained personnel (local deliveries only).

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Description
A late Edwardian solid silver stamp box in mint condition, hallmarked Birmingham 1908. The solid silver box with dished base and small bun feet to the corners. Spring loaded hinged top with glazed window for displaying a stamp.
The lid opening to reveal a gilt lined interior for storing the stamps and red leather cloth lining to the interior of the lid.
Sturmans Antiques

Bears the makers mark for Birmingham silversmiths E. S. Barnsley specialists in this type of item, along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in immaculate condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Stamp Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1223595
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 43691
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sturmans Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 210
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Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
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Location: Sturmans Antiques Ltd, Main Street, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3QW, United Kingdom
Verified
Sep 2012
For Sale
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An Edwardian sterling silver stamp box featuring four ball feet and a glass inset lid displaying an antique postage stamp.
Edwardian Silver Stamp Box
Ref: SA1223595
An Edwardian sterling silver stamp box featuring four ball feet and a glass inset lid displaying an antique postage stamp.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

An Edwardian silver stamp box is a small desktop container produced during the reign of King Edward VII (19011910) specifically created to store adhesive postage stamps on a writing desk.

Antique stamp boxes were typically crafted from solid sterling silver, nickel, brass, or wood, frequently incorporating glass display panels or gilded interior sloped compartments.

Authentic British pieces feature official assay hallmarks indicating silver purity, the city office mark, the makers mark, and a specific date letter from the Edwardian period.

Position the piece on an office desk, coffee table, or bookshelf alongside contemporary stationery and brass items to introduce historical texture and contrast.

Gently wipe the silver with a soft microfibre cloth and a non-abrasive silver polish, taking care to avoid getting liquid cleaner under glass windows or onto paper components.
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