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Rare Georgian Silver Travelling Etui, Circa 1790
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Rare Georgian Silver Travelling Etui, Circa 1790

18th century
Sold 27 March 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Rare Georgian Silver Travelling Etui, Circa 1790” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This is an exquisite and rather rare late 18th Century English silver travelling etui. Of tapered form, both sides richly decorated with embossed flowers and mythical birds. The hinged cover operated by a push button to the front. The remaining tools comprising a steel blade, a silver toothpick and a silver case.

In Georgian times, etuis - word of French origin - were very popular, they were small, usually ornamental cases for holding articles such as needles, scent bottles, grooming items .

Hallmarks:

Unmarked as was often the case with these type of objects but tested as silver.

Dimensions:

Height: 8.5cm / 3.3 inches.

Width at widest: 5cm / 2 inches.

Condition:

Very good for its age.

Minor dings at places, barely noticeable and mentioned for accuracy.

Push button mechanism still opens and closes satisfactorily.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Georgian Silver Etui to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1111784
Dealers Internal Reference
DEC90
Description
This is an exquisite and rather rare late 18th Century English silver travelling etui. Of tapered form, both sides richly decorated with embossed flowers and mythical birds. The hinged cover operated by a push button to the front. The remaining tools comprising a steel blade, a silver toothpick and a silver case.
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In Georgian times, etuis - word of French origin - were very popular, they were small, usually ornamental cases for holding articles such as needles, scent bottles, grooming items.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

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fig 1. An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background.
fig 1. Rare Georgian Silver Travelling Etui, Circa 1790

Hallmarks:

Unmarked as was often the case with these type of objects but tested as silver.

Dimensions:

Height: 8.5cm / 3.3 inches.

Width at widest: 5cm / 2 inches.

Condition:

Very good for its age.

Minor dings at places, barely noticeable and mentioned for accuracy.

fig 2. An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background.
fig 2. Rare Georgian Silver Travelling Etui, Circa 1790

Push button mechanism still opens and closes satisfactorily.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

fig 3. An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background.
fig 3. Rare Georgian Silver Travelling Etui, Circa 1790

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Georgian Silver Etui to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1111784
Dealers Internal Ref
DEC90
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Georgian Silver Travelling Etui, Circa 1790

Archive II An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background. View II
Archive III An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background. View III
Archive IV An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background. View IV
Archive V An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background. View V
Archive VI An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background. View VI
Archive VII An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background. View VII
Archive VIII An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background. View VIII
Archive IX An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background. View IX
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 144
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An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background.
RARE GEORGIAN SILVER TRAVELLING ETUI, CIRCA 1790
Ref: SA1111784
An upright, oval Georgian silver etui featuring detailed repousse and chased ornamentation with a fitted lid against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectEtui
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRepousse decoration, Chased flora and fauna, Hinged lid
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A Georgian silver etui is a small, ornate pocket-sized container used during the 18th century to hold various personal implements such as toothpicks, tweezers, scissors, and writing instruments.

These items were typically fabricated from sterling silver using techniques such as repousse, chasing, and engraving, often featuring fitted internal compartments lined with velvet or silk.

Authentic pieces are identified by period-appropriate hallmarks, high-craftsmanship manual chasing or engraving, and construction methods consistent with late 18th-century silversmithing standards.

This piece can be displayed as a cabinet curiosity, placed on a decorative tray, or used as a focal point on a mantlepiece to add historical texture to a room.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using non-abrasive cloths formulated specifically for silver to preserve the natural patina and avoid damaging delicate surface chasing.
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