Fine Antique English Cut Crystal and Sterling Silver Double Postage Stamp Box - 1902

Name: Fine Antique English Cut Crystal and Sterling Silver Double Postage Stamp Box - 1902
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA595408
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by Puckerings

Description

A fabulous and most unusual double postage stamp box made from a heavy piece of English crystal with a hobnail cut base.

The hinged lid is inset with two original postage stamps (Half Penny & One Penny) featuring Kind Edward VII. These stamps are protected with the original bevelled glass covered held in place with a highly decorative frame. The lid lifts to reveal the double compartment interior.

The underside of the lid is gilded and the full hallmark is revealed for the highly collectable Chester assay office and the year 1902, Edwardian in era. The makers initials are also present for the well renowned silversmith, Nathan and Hayes.

I have shown a tiny discoloration in the corner of the red penny stamp purely for accuracy.

A fine example in excellent condition measuring 3" x 2 1/8" x 1 1/8".

Item ID: 40602

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Physical Dimensions

Height

2.9cm (1.14")

Width

7.6cm (2.99")

Depth

5.4cm (2.13")

Declaration

Puckerings has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA595408

Dealers Internal Reference

40602

Dealers Notes

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Description

A fabulous and most unusual double postage stamp box made from a heavy piece of English crystal with a hobnail cut base.

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The hinged lid is inset with two original postage stamps (Half Penny & One Penny) featuring Kind Edward VII.

Puckerings

These stamps are protected with the original bevelled glass covered held in place with a highly decorative frame. The lid lifts to reveal the double compartment interior.

fig 1. Fine Antique English Cut Crystal and Sterling Silver Double Postage Stamp Box - 1902

The underside of the lid is gilded and the full hallmark is revealed for the highly collectable Chester assay office and the year 1902, Edwardian in era. The makers initials are also present for the well renowned silversmith, Nathan and Hayes.