Super Antique Silver Miniature Playing Card Case 1911

1900 - 1920

Sold by The Silver Cabinet

Description

This is a lovely ornate solid sterling silver playing card case/box.

Clearly hallmarked for Birmingham 1911, with the maker's mark for Henry Matthews.

The case is heavily decorated all over, with empty cartouches on all four sides and the lid. The domed lid fits tightly and carries a partial hallmark. The gilding inside is in excellent condition, as is the silver itself.

The two sets of miniature playing cards are complete.

Dimensions:

Weight: 105g.

Maximum height: 7.8cm

Width: 5.5cm

Depth: 4.4cm.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

7.8cm (3.07")

Width

5.5cm (2.17")

Depth

4.5cm (1.77")

Declaration

The Silver Cabinet has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA352656

Dealers Internal Reference

C194

Description

This is a lovely ornate solid sterling silver playing card case/box.

Clearly hallmarked for Birmingham 1911, with the maker's mark for Henry Matthews.

The case is heavily decorated all over, with empty cartouches on all four sides and the lid. The domed lid fits tightly and carries a partial hallmark. The gilding inside is in excellent condition, as is the silver itself.