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Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case Mappin & Webb 1904

1900 - 1920
Sold 15 July 2026 · Regent Antiques
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This is a stylish antique Edwardian sterling silver card case with hallmarks for Birmingham 1904 and the makers mark of the renowned silversmiths Deakin & Francis Ltd, in the original fitted case, retailed by Mappin & Webb.

The card case is of shaped rectangular form, embossed with floral, foliate & scroll decoration on a matted background, with two circular cartouches.

It is a truly lovely piece which would make a very unique business card holder.

Condition:

Excellent - please see photos for confirmation of condition.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 2 x Width 12 x Depth 9

Dimensions in inches:

Height 1 inch x Width 5 inches x Depth 3 inches

Mappin & Webb -

founded in 1774 by Jonathan Mappin, Mappin & Webb is one of the UK's leading retailers of fine jewellery and silverware. Today, it is renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design to produce exquisite jewellery, elegant silverware, watches and glassware.

Jonathan Mappin opened his first small silversmith workshop in Sheffield in 1774 and the following year the Mappin mark was entered at the assay office. Over the next fifteen years Jonathan Mappin's reputation for producing high quality silver spread throughout Sheffield. From these humble beginnings the business grew steadily and soon the next generation were expanding the business further

The first store was opened in London in 1849 at 17 Fore Street and was soon followed by stores in Moorgate and King William Street. In 1858, following rapid expansion of the Sheffield factory, John Newton Mappin invited his brother-in-law, George Webb to join him in the business. The first association of Mappin & Webb was forged.

Mappin & Webb is one of the UK's leading retailers of fine jewellery and silverware. Today, it is renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design to produce exquisite jewellery, elegant silverware, watches and glassware.

Today Mappin & Webb is silversmith to Her Majesty the Queen and to His Royal Highness Prince of Wales.

Our reference: A3277

Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Card Case to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA988636
Dealers Internal Reference
A3277
Description
This is a stylish antique Edwardian sterling silver card case with hallmarks for Birmingham 1904 and the makers mark of the renowned silversmiths Deakin & Francis Ltd, in the original fitted case, retailed by Mappin & Webb.
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The card case is of shaped rectangular form, embossed with floral, foliate & scroll decoration on a matted background, with two circular cartouches.
Regent Antiques
fig 1. An ornate antique sterling silver visiting card case rests inside its original burgundy presentation box lined with pink silk and velvet.
fig 1. Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case Mappin & Webb 1904

It is a truly lovely piece which would make a very unique business card holder.

Condition:

Excellent - please see photos for confirmation of condition.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 2 x Width 12 x Depth 9

Dimensions in inches:

fig 2. An ornate antique sterling silver visiting card case rests inside its original burgundy presentation box lined with pink silk and velvet.
fig 2. Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case Mappin & Webb 1904

Height 1 inch x Width 5 inches x Depth 3 inches

Mappin & Webb -

founded in 1774 by Jonathan Mappin, Mappin & Webb is one of the UK's leading retailers of fine jewellery and silverware. Today, it is renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design to produce exquisite jewellery, elegant silverware, watches and glassware.

fig 3. An ornate antique sterling silver visiting card case rests inside its original burgundy presentation box lined with pink silk and velvet.
fig 3. Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case Mappin & Webb 1904

Jonathan Mappin opened his first small silversmith workshop in Sheffield in 1774 and the following year the Mappin mark was entered at the assay office. Over the next fifteen years Jonathan Mappin's reputation for producing high quality silver spread throughout Sheffield. From these humble beginnings the business grew steadily and soon the next generation were expanding the business further

fig 4. An ornate antique sterling silver visiting card case rests inside its original burgundy presentation box lined with pink silk and velvet.
fig 4. Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case Mappin & Webb 1904

The first store was opened in London in 1849 at 17 Fore Street and was soon followed by stores in Moorgate and King William Street. In 1858, following rapid expansion of the Sheffield factory, John Newton Mappin invited his brother-in-law, George Webb to join him in the business. The first association of Mappin & Webb was forged.

fig 5. An ornate antique sterling silver visiting card case rests inside its original burgundy presentation box lined with pink silk and velvet.
fig 5. Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case Mappin & Webb 1904

Mappin & Webb is one of the UK's leading retailers of fine jewellery and silverware. Today, it is renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design to produce exquisite jewellery, elegant silverware, watches and glassware.

Today Mappin & Webb is silversmith to Her Majesty the Queen and to His Royal Highness Prince of Wales.

Our reference: A3277

Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Card Case to the 1900s.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA988636
Dealers Internal Ref
A3277
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An ornate antique sterling silver visiting card case rests inside its original burgundy presentation box lined with pink silk and velvet.
Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case Mappin & Webb 1904
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  • ObjectCard Cases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Velvet, Silk
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsScrollwork, Floral embossing, Monogram cartouche, Scalloped edges
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

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Silver card cases gained immense popularity during the 19th and early 20th centuries as essential accessories for high society etiquette, used to store and exchange visiting cards.

These items were typically crafted from solid sterling silver, frequently featuring intricate embossed or engraved designs, and often housed in velvet and silk-lined presentation boxes.

Authentic pieces are identified by clear British hallmarks stamped into the metal, indicating the assay office, standard of silver purity, and the date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

An antique silver card case can be displayed resting open on a bookshelf or within a glass-topped cabinet, adding a touch of historical craftsmanship to a curated room.

Preserve antique silver by storing it in a tarnish-resistant environment, handling it with clean hands or cotton gloves, and cleaning it sparingly with a soft cloth designed specifically for silver.
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