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Victorian Silver Miniature Dictionary Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1894
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Victorian Silver Miniature Dictionary Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1894

19th century
Description

This exquisite and very collectable Victorian silver case with magnifying glass to lid is dated London 1894 and bears the marks of the renowned Sampson Mordan. It has a rounded oblong form with pinned swivel mechanism opening to reveal a miniature English Dictionary with red leather cover and gilt lettering. The text requiring the magnifying glass to be read.

The founder of S. Mordan & Co, a notable English silver and goldsmiths was known for its production of high quality small silver items, such as vesta cases, desk seals and propelling pencils. During the late 19th century, the firm supplied many articles, often in novelty shapes, to a number of notable retailers, such as Asprey & Sons. Today Sampson Mordan novelty items are very sought-after.

Hallmarks:

SM&Co for Sampson Mordan & Co.

London Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "T" for 1894.

Dimensions:

Size of Case 40 mm x 22 mm x 10 mm.

Size of Dictionary 28 mm x 20 mm x 9 mm.

Condition:

Case in excellent condition.

Dictionary in very good condition.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £12 International Signed For.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA608929
Dealers Internal Reference
MARS87
Description
This exquisite and very collectable Victorian silver case with magnifying glass to lid is dated London 1894 and bears the marks of the renowned Sampson Mordan.
It has a rounded oblong form with pinned swivel mechanism opening to reveal a miniature English Dictionary with red leather cover and gilt lettering.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The text requiring the magnifying glass to be read.

fig 1. VICTORIAN SILVER MINIATURE DICTIONARY CASE BY SAMPSON MORDAN, LONDON 1894
fig 1. Victorian Silver Miniature Dictionary Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1894

The founder of S. Mordan & Co, a notable English silver and goldsmiths was known for its production of high quality small silver items, such as vesta cases, desk seals and propelling pencils. During the late 19th century, the firm supplied many articles, often in novelty shapes, to a number of notable retailers, such as Asprey & Sons. Today Sampson Mordan novelty items are very sought-after.

fig 2. VICTORIAN SILVER MINIATURE DICTIONARY CASE BY SAMPSON MORDAN, LONDON 1894
fig 2. Victorian Silver Miniature Dictionary Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1894

Hallmarks:

SM&Co for Sampson Mordan & Co.

London Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "T" for 1894.

Dimensions:

Size of Case 40 mm x 22 mm x 10 mm.

Size of Dictionary 28 mm x 20 mm x 9 mm.

Condition:

Case in excellent condition.

fig 3. VICTORIAN SILVER MINIATURE DICTIONARY CASE BY SAMPSON MORDAN, LONDON 1894
fig 3. Victorian Silver Miniature Dictionary Case by Sampson Mordan, London 1894

Dictionary in very good condition.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £12 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA608929
Dealers Internal Ref
MARS87
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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VICTORIAN SILVER MINIATURE DICTIONARY CASE BY SAMPSON MORDAN, LONDON 1894
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