Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.

It was made by Smith and Bartlam, and is a nice Edwardian example.
This lovely hinged top case will hold business cards, calling cards, and credit cards.

Weight-heavy at 75 grams.
Size-3.75 inches long by 2 5/8 inches wide, or 6.75 inches long with chain extended.
The Chester assay office closed in 1962, and therefore Chester silver is highly collectable.
This is a seldom found form in a card case, and heavier than most.
In very good condition.
Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.
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