An Antique Victorian Sterling silver visiting card case which is unusual in shape with pretty detailing to the body depicting flowers, leaves and swirls. It has a hinged lid and a vacant cartouche on one side of the body. This silver card case would make a perfect addition to a collection. It was hallmarked in Birmingham for 1872 by Robert Thornton and is excellent condition. It weighs 2.90 Troy ounces ( 90.20 grams ).
Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
7.2cm (2.83")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration
S & A Marsh has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA655538
Dealers Internal Reference
5120
Description
An Antique Victorian Sterling silver visiting card case which is unusual in shape with pretty detailing to the body depicting flowers, leaves and swirls. It has a hinged lid and a vacant cartouche on one side of the body. This silver card case would make a perfect addition to a collection. It was hallmarked in Birmingham for 1872 by Robert Thornton and is excellent condition. It weighs 2.90 Troy ounces ( 90.20 grams ).
Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
7.2cm (2.83")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture
S & A Marsh has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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