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Unusual 19th C. French Ormulu & Bevelled Glass Jewellery Casket, Circa 1890
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Unusual 19th C. French Ormulu & Bevelled Glass Jewellery Casket, Circa 1890

19th century
Sold 14 October 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This delightful French ormolu gilt and bevelled glass trinket box dates circa 1890. The rectangular ormulu mount sides beautifully decorated with floral scrolls. The hinged ormulu mounted cover inset with a bevelled glass panels. The interior fitted with the original green silk cushion. The base raised on four decorative bracket feet.

Dimensions:

Length: 6.5cm / 2.4 inches.

Depth: 4.5cm / 1.7 inches.

Height: 4cm / 1.4 inches.

Condition:

Glass in very good condition.

Good hinge.

Ormulu sides in very good condition.

Cushion in very good bright condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Jewellery Casket to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1146068
Dealers Internal Reference
JUIN96
Description
This delightful French ormolu gilt and bevelled glass trinket box dates circa 1890. The rectangular ormulu mount sides beautifully decorated with floral scrolls. The hinged ormulu mounted cover inset with a bevelled glass panels. The interior fitted with the original green silk cushion. The base raised on four decorative bracket feet.
fig 1. An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp.
fig 1. Unusual 19th C. French Ormulu & Bevelled Glass Jewellery Casket, Circa 1890

Dimensions:

Length: 6.5cm / 2.4 inches.

Depth: 4.5cm / 1.7 inches.

Height: 4cm / 1.4 inches.

Condition:

Glass in very good condition.

Good hinge.

Ormulu sides in very good condition.

Cushion in very good bright condition.

fig 2. An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp.
fig 2. Unusual 19th C. French Ormulu & Bevelled Glass Jewellery Casket, Circa 1890

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £15 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.

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Jewellery Casket to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1146068
Dealers Internal Ref
JUIN96
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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An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Unusual 19th C. French Ormulu & Bevelled Glass Jewellery Casket, Circa 1890

Archive II An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp. View II
Archive III An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp. View III
Archive IV An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp. View IV
Archive V An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp. View V
Archive VI An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp. View VI
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp.
UNUSUAL 19TH C. FRENCH ORMULU & BEVELLED GLASS JEWELLERY CASKET, CIRCA 1890
Ref: SA1146068
An antique rectangular ormolu and bevelled glass jewellery casket lined with green velvet, featuring chased scrollwork around the base and a rounded clasp.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrinket Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Historicism
  • MaterialOrmolu, Glass, Velvet
  • ColourGold and Green
  • MotifsScrollwork engraving, Bevelled glass panels, Moulded ormolu frame, Velvet interior lining
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 6.5 cm (3 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

French ormolu jewellery caskets are decorative small boxes made during the 19th century, typically featuring gilt-bronze mounts and glass panels designed for storing precious trinkets.

These boxes commonly utilise cast brass or bronze with gold gilding (ormolu), heavy bevelled plate glass panels, and interior linings of silk, satin, or velvet.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-chased metalwork, heavy bevelled glass with natural edge wear, traditional pin-hinges, and often patination consistent with age.

Placed on a dressing table, mantelpiece, or bedside table, these caskets add a reflective metallic accent and a touch of historic craftsmanship to contemporary spaces.

Maintain the piece by dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding chemical metal cleaners on gilded surfaces, and keeping fabric linings free from moisture.
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