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Unusual Edwardian Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1908
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Unusual Edwardian Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1908

1900 - 1920
Sold 27 July 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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This delightful and rather rare silver and hardstone "trowel" bookmark is dated Birmingham 1908 and bears the marks of the renowned Crisford & Norris. The engraved silver ferrule inset with a banded agate handle. The agate handle a delicate and elegant colour. The blade fully hallmarked. it is a good useable size.

Hallmarks:

C&N for Crisford & Norris

Birmingham Assay mark.

Date letter "i" for 1908.

Lion passant (Partially obstructed by handle)

Dimensions:

Length: 9cm / 3.4 inches.

Maximum width: 2cm / 0.6 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Agate handle in perfect condition.

Clear Hallmarks.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Agate Bookmark to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1113179
Dealers Internal Reference
DEC83
Description
This delightful and rather rare silver and hardstone "trowel" bookmark is dated Birmingham 1908 and bears the marks of the renowned Crisford & Norris. The engraved silver ferrule inset with a banded agate handle. The agate handle a delicate and elegant colour. The blade fully hallmarked. it is a good useable size.
fig 1. An Edwardian sterling silver trowel-shaped bookmark featuring an engraved blade and a polished banded agate handle.
fig 1. Unusual Edwardian Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1908

Hallmarks:

C&N for Crisford & Norris

Birmingham Assay mark.

Date letter "i" for 1908.

Lion passant (Partially obstructed by handle)

Dimensions:

Length: 9cm / 3.4 inches.

Maximum width: 2cm / 0.6 inches.

Condition:

fig 2. An Edwardian sterling silver trowel-shaped bookmark featuring an engraved blade and a polished banded agate handle.
fig 2. Unusual Edwardian Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1908

Very good.

Agate handle in perfect condition.

Clear Hallmarks.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

fig 3. An Edwardian sterling silver trowel-shaped bookmark featuring an engraved blade and a polished banded agate handle.
fig 3. Unusual Edwardian Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1908

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 01449760 585.

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Agate Bookmark to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1113179
Dealers Internal Ref
DEC83
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 Edwardian sterling silver trowel-shaped bookmark featuring an engraved blade and a polished banded agate handle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Unusual Edwardian Silver and Banded Agate Trowel Bookmark by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1908

Archive II An Edwardian sterling silver trowel-shaped bookmark featuring an engraved blade and a polished banded agate handle. View II
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Archive IV An Edwardian sterling silver trowel-shaped bookmark featuring an engraved blade and a polished banded agate handle. View IV
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An Edwardian sterling silver trowel-shaped bookmark featuring an engraved blade and a polished banded agate handle.
UNUSUAL EDWARDIAN SILVER AND BANDED AGATE TROWEL BOOKMARK BY CRISFORD & NORRIS, BIRMINGHAM 1908
Ref: SA1113179
An Edwardian sterling silver trowel-shaped bookmark featuring an engraved blade and a polished banded agate handle.
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  • ObjectBookmarks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSilver, Agate
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsTrowel shape, Hand engraving, Banded stone handle
  • SizeH 1 cm (0 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Edwardian silver objects, produced during the reign of King Edward VII between 1901 and 1910, are characterised by lighter, more refined designs often drawing inspiration from eighteenth-century classical motifs, neoclassical elegance, and novelty items.

These items were typically crafted from sterling silver, frequently accented with natural stones such as banded agate, carnelian, mother-of-pearl, or ivory, often paired with hand-engraved detailing.

Authenticity is verified through clear hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically include the makers mark, the lion passant for sterling silver, the town assay office mark, and a date letter corresponding to the assay year.

These small collectables add a layer of historical interest and tactile texture when displayed on open shelving, within glass cabinets, or styled atop a traditional wooden desk or coffee table tray.

Silver should be cleaned periodically with a specialist silver cloth to remove tarnish, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can damage organic or mineral stone handles such as agate.
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