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Edwardian Silver Heart Pill Ring Box Birmingham 1901
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Edwardian Silver Heart Pill Ring Box Birmingham 1901

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Aramis Antiques
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A delightful Edwardian silver heart shape pill box or ring box with clear hallmarks on the box and lid for Birmingham 1901, and makers mark for Levi & Salaman. The heart shape box is made of plain smooth silver with a good hinge. It is lined with purple velvet and the inner lid is gilt sprayed for extra luxury. It is in beautiful condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Declaration

Aramis Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Heart Box to the 1900s.

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SA1161711
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A delightful Edwardian silver heart shape pill box or ring box with clear hallmarks on the box and lid for Birmingham 1901, and makers mark for Levi & Salaman. The heart shape box is made of plain smooth silver with a good hinge. It is lined with purple velvet and the inner lid is gilt sprayed for extra luxury. It is in beautiful condition.
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Date of Manufacture

Aramis Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Heart Box to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161711
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A small polished heart-shaped sterling silver trinket box with a hinged domed lid and visible hallmarks.
Edwardian silver heart pill ring box Birmingham 1901
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A small polished heart-shaped sterling silver trinket box with a hinged domed lid and visible hallmarks.
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  • ObjectTrinket Boxes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHeart shape, Hinged lid, Domed cover, Assay hallmarks
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 5.5 cm (2 in)

This Edwardian trinket box comes from the year 1900 in an English Country House style, taking the form of a heart-shaped pill or ring box in sterling silver with a bright silver finish. The body comprises a plain smooth surface paired with a hinged domed cover, featuring visible assay hallmarks on the exterior, a sturdy working hinge, and a small protruding thumbpiece at the front tip. Inside, the container holds purple velvet upholstery and a gilt-sprayed inner lid surface. Measuring 3 cm high, 4.5 cm wide, and 5.5 cm deep, this small piece of antique tableware is compact enough to sit neatly upon a bedside table. Placement in a modern home suits a dressing table, desk, or a bedside table surface where small accessories require secure storage. The substantial metal construction and smooth polished curves offer a tactile experience when opening the lid to access personal treasures. The combination of clean metallic reflections and traditional hallmarks grounds the aesthetic in early twentieth-century British silversmithing traditions without relying on excessive decorative ornamentation. Daily utility pairs with historical character to provide a practical container for rings, pills, or other small keepsakes.

FAQs

Edwardian silver trinket boxes, produced between 1901 and 1910, often feature delicate forms, smooth polished surfaces, and romantic shapes such as hearts or ovals. Unlike heavier Victorian designs, Edwardian silver emphasised lighter lines and refined proportions, commonly crafted for vanity tables and dressing sets.

Antique English pill and trinket boxes were predominantly constructed from sterling silver, containing 92.5 percent pure silver alloyed with copper for durability. They typically feature hinged construction with friction-fit closures and hallmark stamps applied directly into the metal body or rim.

Authentic British silver boxes feature a full set of hallmarks stamped by an official assay office, such as the anchor for Birmingham or the leopards head for London. These stamps include the lion passant for sterling quality, a makers mark, and a specific date letter indicating the year of assay.

A small silver heart box can be styled on a bedside table, vanity tray, or dressing table as a functional accent for daily jewellery. Placing it atop a stack of books or alongside glass perfume bottles introduces varied textures and historical depth to modern interiors.

To preserve sterling silver, clean gently using a soft microfibre cloth and a silver polish formulated for antique metalwork. Store the item in a dry environment away from direct sunlight to minimise oxidisation and prevent tarnish buildup.
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