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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Combination Sovereign & Stamp Case 1898
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Combination Sovereign & Stamp Case 1898

19th century
Sold 10 October 2024 · Robert Bush Antiques
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Description

This is an excellent antique Victorian hallmarked sterling silver combination sovereign case & stamp holder with space for a full sovereign, a half sovereign and a stamp

It measures just over 2" (5.5 cms) x 2 1/4" (6 cms), weighs 47 grams and is in excellent condition.

It's hallmarked for Birmingham 1898 with the silversmiths mark for Cornelius Saunders & James Frank Shepherd.

Particularly nice being in the heart shape, this lovely caes will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Please visit us at www.robertbushantiques.co.uk if you would like to see our full inventory

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Silver Sovereign Case to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087346
Dealers Internal Reference
9555
Dealers Notes

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Description
This is an excellent antique Victorian hallmarked sterling silver combination sovereign case & stamp holder with space for a full sovereign, a half sovereign and a stamp

It measures just over 2" (5.5 cms) x 2 1/4" (6 cms), weighs 47 grams and is in excellent condition.

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It's hallmarked for Birmingham 1898 with the silversmiths mark for Cornelius Saunders & James Frank Shepherd.
Robert Bush Antiques
fig 1. An antique heart-shaped sterling silver sovereign and stamp case featuring engraved scrollwork and a suspension ring.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Combination Sovereign & Stamp Case 1898

Particularly nice being in the heart shape, this lovely caes will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Please visit us at www.robertbushantiques.co.uk if you would like to see our full inventory

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Silver Sovereign Case to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1087346
Dealers Internal Ref
9555
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Robert Bush Antiques Profile Page

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Robert Bush Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An antique heart-shaped sterling silver sovereign and stamp case featuring engraved scrollwork and a suspension ring. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Combination Sovereign & Stamp Case 1898

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Robert Bush Antiques

Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
Location
The Uplands
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/robertbushantiques
Verified Since Jun 2013
Items For Sale 133
Items Sold 3,636
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
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Location: The Uplands, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1NQ, United Kingdom
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An antique heart-shaped sterling silver sovereign and stamp case featuring engraved scrollwork and a suspension ring.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Combination Sovereign & Stamp Case 1898
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An antique heart-shaped sterling silver sovereign and stamp case featuring engraved scrollwork and a suspension ring.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPersonal Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved scrollwork, Shield cartouche, Suspension loop, Heart silhouette
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A sovereign and stamp case is a pocket-sized dual-purpose container manufactured during the 19th century to securely hold gold sovereign coins and postage stamps.

These pieces were typically fabricated from sterling silver, often featuring hand-engraved scrollwork, gilt interiors, and occasionally inlaid with enamel or gemstones.

Authentication relies on checking the item for official British hallmarker stamps, including the makers mark, the lion passant for sterling silver, the town assay office mark, and the date letter corresponding to the specific year.

Small silver collectibles are typically displayed on decorative trays, within glass-fronted cabinets, or on mantelpieces as curated focal points of historical interest.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a soft microfiber cloth and a mild, non-abrasive silver polish to maintain the natural oxidisation and protect the historical surface details.
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