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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver String Box with Scissors 1898
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver String Box with Scissors 1898

19th century
Sold 27 November 2024 · Robert Bush Antiques
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Description

This is a beautiful antique Victorian hallmarked sterling silver string holder/box complete with scissors measuring 3" (8 cms) across the middle x 3 3/4" (9.5 cms) tall and weighing 144.4 grams/4.6 troy oz.

It’s in super condition with lovely decoration and there are no inscriptions or monograms.

It’s hallmarked for Birmingham 1898 with the silversmiths mark for Henry Matthews.

This is a super item and very usable today and will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping included in the price.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Silver String Box to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1109498
Dealers Internal Reference
9496
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Description
This is a beautiful antique Victorian hallmarked sterling silver string holder/box complete with scissors measuring 3" (8 cms) across the middle x 3 3/4" (9.5 cms) tall and weighing 144.4 grams/4.6 troy oz.
fig 1. An ornate globular Victorian sterling silver string box featuring detailed chased scrollwork and an attached scissor sheath.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver String Box with Scissors 1898

It’s in super condition with lovely decoration and there are no inscriptions or monograms.

It’s hallmarked for Birmingham 1898 with the silversmiths mark for Henry Matthews.

“
This is a super item and very usable today and will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.
Robert Bush Antiques

Free worldwide fully insured shipping included in the price.

Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Silver String Box to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1109498
Dealers Internal Ref
9496
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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Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
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Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
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An ornate globular Victorian sterling silver string box featuring detailed chased scrollwork and an attached scissor sheath.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver String Box with Scissors 1898
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRepousse scrollwork, Chased foliate patterns, Ball feet, Attached scissor scabbard
  • SizeH 9.5 cm (4 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Victorian string boxes were desktop or writing table accessories designed to hold balls of twine or string neatly, protecting the cord from fraying while allowing a continuous length to be pulled through a central aperture for parcel wrapping and correspondence.

These pieces were typically crafted from sterling silver using techniques such as repousse, chasing, and casting, often incorporating fitted elements like matching scissors and internal spindles to secure the twine.

Authentic pieces feature clear British hallmarks stamped onto the silver components, including the makers mark, the lion passant for sterling standard, a city mark for the assay office, and a date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

Such decorative objects work well when placed upon a modern home office desk, console table, or bookshelf, adding metallic texture and historical contrast to minimalist or transitional interior schemes.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a specialist non-abrasive silver cloth to remove tarnish while preserving the original patina, avoiding harsh liquid dips that can damage intricate surface chasing.
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