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Antique Sterling Silver Calling Card Case
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Antique Sterling Silver Calling Card Case

1900 - 1920
Description

A good example of a solid silver card case. It is gilt lined with a hinged lid and its curved shape means it sits nicely in the palm of your hand.

The rim and top are both clearly hallmarked for E.J Houlston, Birmingham, 1928.

It is in good condition for its age. There are some small dents and minor surface marks and general signs of age and use but no major damages and it displays well. It has been lightly cleaned and polished and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK delivery £6, rest of the world £20.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.5cm (1.77")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Silver Calling Card Case to the 1920s.

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SA976054
Description
A good example of a solid silver card case.
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It is gilt lined with a hinged lid and its curved shape means it sits nicely in the palm of your hand.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

The rim and top are both clearly hallmarked for E.J Houlston, Birmingham, 1928.

fig 1. A polished sterling silver rectangular calling card case featuring a gentle curve and visible British hallmarks near the upper rim.
fig 1. Antique Sterling Silver Calling Card Case

It is in good condition for its age. There are some small dents and minor surface marks and general signs of age and use but no major damages and it displays well. It has been lightly cleaned and polished and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK delivery £6, rest of the world £20.

Height
4.5cm (1.77")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Silver Calling Card Case to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA976054
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2016

Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A polished sterling silver rectangular calling card case featuring a gentle curve and visible British hallmarks near the upper rim.

Antique Sterling Silver Calling Card Case

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A polished sterling silver rectangular calling card case featuring a gentle curve and visible British hallmarks near the upper rim.
Antique Sterling Silver Calling Card Case
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FAQs

Calling card cases were designed during the 18th and 19th centuries to hold printed visiting cards used during formal social calls. They protected thin card stock from creasing or dirt while being carried in pockets or handbags.

Antique card cases were commonly made from sterling silver, silver plate, tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, leather, ivory, or papier-mache. High-end examples often featured intricate engraving, filigree work, or repousse decoration.

Authentic silver card cases display official assay hallmarks indicating metal purity, the assay office location, makers initials, and a date letter. British silver pieces typically feature the lion passant mark to confirm sterling quality.

An antique silver card case can be displayed open on a desk or accent table, arranged within a shallow shadow box, or placed atop a stack of design books on a bookshelf to add reflective metallic contrast.

Silver card cases should be gently wiped with a soft, lint-free cloth and polished periodically using a specialized silver polishing cream to remove tarnish. Abrasive cleaners and immersion in dip cleaners should be avoided to prevent damage to hinges or delicate hallmarking.
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