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Exquisite Edwardian Silver Single Stamp Box by Saunders & Shepherd, Birmingham 1903
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Exquisite Edwardian Silver Single Stamp Box by Saunders & Shepherd, Birmingham 1903

1900 - 1920
Sold 2 June 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Exquisite Edwardian Silver Single Stamp Box by Saunders & Shepherd, Birmingham 1903” found a buyer.

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Description

This delightful Edwardian silver glazed single stamp box was made by the renowned silevrsmiths Saunders & Shepherd and is dated Birmingham 1903. The glazed lid encasing an original stamp. The silver frame embossed with flower heads. The box and hinged cover lined with green leather.

Hallmarks:

CS*FS for Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders & James Francis Hollings Shepherd.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "c" for 1903.

Dimensions:

Width: 4cm / 1.5 inches.

Maximum height: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

Length: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Condition:

Good.

Silver in good order.

Leather lining in good condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail tracked 24

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

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

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Stamp Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1169674
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT94
Description
This delightful Edwardian silver glazed single stamp box was made by the renowned silevrsmiths Saunders & Shepherd and is dated Birmingham 1903. The glazed lid encasing an original stamp. The silver frame embossed with flower heads. The box and hinged cover lined with green leather.
fig 1. An ornate Edwardian sterling silver stamp box featuring floral repousse decoration and a central glazed compartment displaying a postage stamp.
fig 1. Exquisite Edwardian Silver Single Stamp Box by Saunders & Shepherd, Birmingham 1903

Hallmarks:

CS*FS for Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders & James Francis Hollings Shepherd.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "c" for 1903.

Dimensions:

Width: 4cm / 1.5 inches.

Maximum height: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

fig 2. An ornate Edwardian sterling silver stamp box featuring floral repousse decoration and a central glazed compartment displaying a postage stamp.
fig 2. Exquisite Edwardian Silver Single Stamp Box by Saunders & Shepherd, Birmingham 1903

Length: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Condition:

Good.

Silver in good order.

Leather lining in good condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail tracked 24

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

fig 3. An ornate Edwardian sterling silver stamp box featuring floral repousse decoration and a central glazed compartment displaying a postage stamp.
fig 3. Exquisite Edwardian Silver Single Stamp Box by Saunders & Shepherd, Birmingham 1903

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
3cm (1.18")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Stamp Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1169674
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT94
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 ornate Edwardian sterling silver stamp box featuring floral repousse decoration and a central glazed compartment displaying a postage stamp.
EXQUISITE EDWARDIAN SILVER SINGLE STAMP BOX BY SAUNDERS & SHEPHERD, BIRMINGHAM 1903
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An ornate Edwardian sterling silver stamp box featuring floral repousse decoration and a central glazed compartment displaying a postage stamp.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFloral repousse, Chased foliage, Glazed inset frame
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Edwardian stamp boxes gained popularity during the early 20th century as fashionable and functional accessories for writing desks, reflecting the eras meticulous correspondence habits.

These pieces were typically crafted from sterling silver using techniques such as stamping, repousse, chasing, and occasionally incorporated glass panels or gilt interiors.

Authenticity is verified by examining official British hallmark stamps, which indicate the assay office, standard mark, date letter for the specific year, and the silversmiths registered makers mark.

Placed on a bookshelf, desk top, or mantelpiece, these small objects add metallic texture and historical character to contemporary interior schemes.

Clean silver sparingly using a soft microfibre cloth and specialized silver polish, avoiding abrasive cleaners, and store in a low-humidity environment to prevent tarnishing.
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