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Victorian Scottish Antique Silver and Agate Piano Jewellery Box, 1883
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Victorian Scottish Antique Silver and Agate Piano Jewellery Box, 1883

19th century
Sold 19 July 2025 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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A fantastic Victorian antique silver and agate jewellery box. Made in Edinburgh in 1883 by James Aitchison and it is fully hallmarked on the side. The interior has been relined with red velvet and has ring holders underneath the keyboard as well as spaces for bangles and necklaces under the lid. There are 30 hand cut agates of various types and shapes, each one is in perfect condition. Both lids close tightly and overall it is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. A stunning piece of Scottish craftsmanship.

WEIGHT ; 650 grams or 21 ozst approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Silver Agate Piano Box to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Reference Numbers
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SA1081858
Dealers Internal Reference
7186-0531
Description
A fantastic Victorian antique silver and agate jewellery box. Made in Edinburgh in 1883 by James Aitchison and it is fully hallmarked on the side.
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The interior has been relined with red velvet and has ring holders underneath the keyboard as well as spaces for bangles and necklaces under the lid.
Highland Antiques Ltd

There are 30 hand cut agates of various types and shapes, each one is in perfect condition. Both lids close tightly and overall it is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. A stunning piece of Scottish craftsmanship.

WEIGHT ; 650 grams or 21 ozst approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Silver Agate Piano Box to the Victorian era.

Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1081858
Dealers Internal Ref
7186-0531
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An antique silver trinket box shaped like a miniature grand piano, featuring engraved floral patterns and inlaid multi-coloured agate stones.
Victorian Scottish antique silver and agate piano jewellery box, 1883
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An antique silver trinket box shaped like a miniature grand piano, featuring engraved floral patterns and inlaid multi-coloured agate stones.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrinket Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Scottish
  • MaterialSterling silver, Scottish agate
  • ColourSilver and Multicoloured Agate
  • MotifsEngraved foliate scrolls, Inlaid multi-coloured agate, Turned silver legs, Simulated keyboard
  • SizeH 9.5 cm (4 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 21 cm (8 in)

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Victorian Scottish pebble jewellery features native stones such as agate, jasper, and bloodstone set into silver mounts, popularised during Queen Victorias affinity for Balmoral and the Scottish Highlands.

These items typically incorporate sterling silver, often with bright-cut or engraved detailing, paired with hand-cut and polished natural Scottish hardstones including various colours of banded and blood agates.

Authentic pieces generally feature period hallmarks, traditional hand-engraving techniques, and securely bezel-set natural stones with bevelled edges, rather than glued modern resin substitutes.

Placed upon a desk, mantelpiece, or side table, this piece serves as a sophisticated focal point that introduces metallic sheen and historical character to contemporary spaces.

Clean sterling silver gently with a specialist microfibre polishing cloth, avoiding direct contact between chemical polishes and the porous natural stone insets to prevent damage.
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