Victorian Mahogany Surgeons Box.This rare surgeons box dates back to c. 1891. It’s brassbound and Solid Mahogany. It has been relined with hand crafted marble paper making it a perfect men’s jewellery box.What makes it so special is the plaque to the top showing it’s history, “Presented by a few friends to William Francis Esq senior house surgeon as a mark of esteem and in remembrance of his ten years connection with the West Ham hospital & dispensary, 11th December 1891”. It appears to be a leaving gift for a much loved surgeon.The box has its makers label to the inside of ‘S Maw son & Thompson London ‘It has a working lock and key. Open the surgeons box to reveal several sections and a tray to keep cuff links, watches, rings and necklaces ,The box is in wonderful original condition.It measures 40 by 17 and stands 9 cm high.Shipping to anywhere in the UK is free, if you are wanting the item to be sent outside the UK please register an interest to obtain the price for shipping.Thanks for viewing our item,RegardsSarahMostlyBoxesAntiquesHeight is 9cm (3.5inches)
Width is 40cm (15.7inches)
Depth is 17cm (6.7inches)