It was listed by Puckerings. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1870s.
The box is made more collectible than most having a central decoupaged image labelled "The Prince & Princess of Wales" dating to around 1875.
The side of the box is mounted with Ivory or bone eyelets where the thread would be dispensed, each marked with a number corresponding to the thread within.
The box is decorated with some gold detailing and the name of the tartan, Prince Charlies still intact.
A superb example in excellent condition, (one small "bubble" under image, mentioned purely for accuracy), measuring 3 5/8" in diameter x 2 1/4" tall.
Item ID: 33986
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1870s.
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Antique Mauchline Tartan Ware Spool Box - Prince & Princess of Wales
