Antique English Sterling Silver Tobacco Box by Adie and Lovekin - 1899

Name: Antique English Sterling Silver Tobacco Box by Adie and Lovekin - 1899
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA600372
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Puckerings

Description

A very handsome late Victorian / early Edwardian tobacco box in a very simple and elegant design made from English solid silver.

These boxes have fabulous flush hinges are are opened by squeezing the sides of the box and the sprung lid popping open, it is then snapped shut once finished.

The interior reveals a lavishly gilded finish. This is where all the hallmarks can be found for Birmingham 1899, the makers initials are also present for the well renowned silversmith, Adie & Lovekin.

Excellent condition measuring 3" x 2 3/8" x 1" tall.

Item ID: 40798

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Physical Dimensions

Height

2.5cm (0.98")

Width

7.6cm (2.99")

Depth

6cm (2.36")

Declaration

Puckerings has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA600372

Dealers Internal Reference

40798

Dealers Notes

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Description

A very handsome late Victorian / early Edwardian tobacco box in a very simple and elegant design made from English solid silver.

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These boxes have fabulous flush hinges are are opened by squeezing the sides of the box and the sprung lid popping open, it is then snapped shut once finished.

Puckerings

fig 1. Antique English Sterling Silver Tobacco Box by Adie and Lovekin - 1899

The interior reveals a lavishly gilded finish. This is where all the hallmarks can be found for Birmingham 1899, the makers initials are also present for the well renowned silversmith, Adie & Lovekin.

Excellent condition measuring 3" x 2 3/8" x 1" tall.

Item ID: 40798

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England