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Smart Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Skin Jewellery Box C.1890
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Smart Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Skin Jewellery Box C.1890

19th century
For Sale by Puckerings
Description

A fabulous rich cognac coloured crocodile skin was used to adorn this late Victorian jewellery box, dating to c.1890.

Perfect for either a lady or gentleman, the box is mounted with a solid brass mount, perfect for engraving if desired.

The lid lifts to reveal a pair of quality hinges and a Bramah lock, always a sign of a top quality box, there is a working key.

The interior is all original, lined with a deep olive coloured velvet and silk taffeta; some slight wear commensurate with age and use under the removable tray, superb condition being totally original and 130 years old. A slight old stain to the skin can be seen above the brass mount on the lid. All mentioned and shown purely for accuracy.

The skin has a stunning bright glossy patina and in superb condition. A good size measuring 11" x 7 1/8" x 4 1/2".

Item: 43205

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Physical Dimensions
Height
11.4cm (4.49")
Width
27.9cm (10.98")
Depth
18.1cm (7.13")
Declaration

Puckerings has dated this Antique Crocodile Jewellery Box to the 1890s.

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SA795251
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43205
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Description
A fabulous rich cognac coloured crocodile skin was used to adorn this late Victorian jewellery box, dating to c.1890.
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Perfect for either a lady or gentleman, the box is mounted with a solid brass mount, perfect for engraving if desired.
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fig 1. A rectangular warm brown crocodile skin jewellery box featuring a brass plaque on the lid and a lock with a key.
fig 1. Smart Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Skin Jewellery Box C.1890

The lid lifts to reveal a pair of quality hinges and a Bramah lock, always a sign of a top quality box, there is a working key.

The interior is all original, lined with a deep olive coloured velvet and silk taffeta; some slight wear commensurate with age and use under the removable tray, superb condition being totally original and 130 years old. A slight old stain to the skin can be seen above the brass mount on the lid. All mentioned and shown purely for accuracy.

The skin has a stunning bright glossy patina and in superb condition. A good size measuring 11" x 7 1/8" x 4 1/2".

Item: 43205

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Height
11.4cm (4.49")
Width
27.9cm (10.98")
Depth
18.1cm (7.13")
Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Antique Crocodile Jewellery Box to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA795251
Dealers Internal Ref
43205
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Archive I A rectangular warm brown crocodile skin jewellery box featuring a brass plaque on the lid and a lock with a key.

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A rectangular warm brown crocodile skin jewellery box featuring a brass plaque on the lid and a lock with a key.
Smart Antique English Crocodile / Alligator Skin Jewellery Box c.1890
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A rectangular warm brown crocodile skin jewellery box featuring a brass plaque on the lid and a lock with a key.
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FAQs

During the late Victorian period, luxury leather jewellery boxes and dressing cases were crafted using exotic hides such as crocodile, alligator, and morocco leather, often featuring brass fittings and plush velvet or silk interiors.

These boxes were typically constructed with a solid timber frame covered in hand-stretched exotic hide, secured with brass hinges, locks, and blank brass escutcheons or monogram plaques.

Authentic antique crocodile skin features natural variations in scale size, distinct follicle pores, and irregular tile patterns, unlike modern synthetic or embossed imitations which exhibit repetitive, uniform stamping.

Position the box on an office desk, dressing table, or stacked atop books on a bookshelf to add tactile texture and historical warmth to contemporary schemes.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent desiccation, and periodically apply a specialist leather conditioner formulated specifically for exotic hides to retain flexibility.
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