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Delightful George V Silver Small Jewellery Box by Charles Edwin Turner, Birmingham 1911
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Delightful George V Silver Small Jewellery Box by Charles Edwin Turner, Birmingham 1911

1900 - 1920
Description

This charming silver circular jewellery box was made by Charles Edwin Turner and is dated Birmingham 1911. The slightly domed flower-shaped hinged cover opening to reveal the original blue silk interior. The base raised on three elegant cabriole legs. The solid silevr base bearing the hallmarks.

Hallmarks:

Hallmarks:

C.E.T for Charles Edwin Turner.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "m" for 1911.

Condition:

Good.

Strong hinge.

Sits evenly on flat surface.

Silver top, base sides in good condition with only a couple of very minor dings.

Dimensions:

Diameter: 4cm / 1.6 inches.

Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this George V Silver Trinket Box to the 1910s.

Independent Date Check ID 09709890
Dealer's Item Date1910s
Sellingantiques Date1910s
Sellingantiques agingItem is 115 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1910s:
Birmingham date letter m on the base: 1911.
Sponsor mark C.E.T: Charles Edwin Turner.
Lion passant punch: sterling standard silver.
Fitted fabric lining retains its original corded border.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1244270
Dealers Internal Reference
NOVE99
Description
This charming silver circular jewellery box was made by Charles Edwin Turner and is dated Birmingham 1911. The slightly domed flower-shaped hinged cover opening to reveal the original blue silk interior. The base raised on three elegant cabriole legs. The solid silevr base bearing the hallmarks.
fig 1. A small scalloped sterling silver jewellery box resting on four legs with a plain hinged lid.
fig 1. Delightful George V Silver Small Jewellery Box by Charles Edwin Turner, Birmingham 1911

Hallmarks:

Hallmarks:

C.E.T for Charles Edwin Turner.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "m" for 1911.

Condition:

Good.

Strong hinge.

Sits evenly on flat surface.

Silver top, base sides in good condition with only a couple of very minor dings.

fig 2. A small scalloped sterling silver jewellery box resting on four legs with a plain hinged lid.
fig 2. Delightful George V Silver Small Jewellery Box by Charles Edwin Turner, Birmingham 1911

Dimensions:

Diameter: 4cm / 1.6 inches.

Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

fig 3. A small scalloped sterling silver jewellery box resting on four legs with a plain hinged lid.
fig 3. Delightful George V Silver Small Jewellery Box by Charles Edwin Turner, Birmingham 1911

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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.

Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this George V Silver Trinket Box to the 1910s.

Independent Date Report ID 09709890
Dealer's Item Date1910s
Sellingantiques dating1910s
Sellingantiques agingItem is 115 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1910s:
Birmingham date letter m on the base: 1911.
Sponsor mark C.E.T: Charles Edwin Turner.
Lion passant punch: sterling standard silver.
Fitted fabric lining retains its original corded border.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244270
Dealers Internal Ref
NOVE99
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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A small scalloped sterling silver jewellery box resting on four legs with a plain hinged lid.
DELIGHTFUL GEORGE V SILVER SMALL JEWELLERY BOX BY CHARLES EDWIN TURNER, BIRMINGHAM 1911
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A small scalloped sterling silver jewellery box resting on four legs with a plain hinged lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrinket Boxes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorge V
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsScalloped edge, Cabriole feet, Hinged lid

This George V sterling silver trinket box originates from 1911 and is made by Charles Edwin Turner in Birmingham. The piece takes a circular, flower-shaped form with a plain, slightly domed hinged lid and scalloped edges, resting on three slender cabriole legs. The silver surface presents a reflective finish, showing minor dings on the top and base sides alongside a strong hinge and a solid base bearing visible hallmarks. Measuring 4 cm in diameter and 2.5 cm in height, the diminutive box works well for holding rings or small keepsakes. Placed on a bedside table in a traditional English country house interior, it provides a functional decorative accent that adds understated historical character to the bedroom.

FAQs

Produced during the reign of King George V starting in 1910, silver trinket boxes from this era often carry forward Edwardian design sensibilities, featuring clean outlines, delicate cabriole legs, scalloped contours, and smooth polished surfaces.

These boxes were predominantly crafted from sterling silver, containing 92.5 percent pure silver alloyed with copper for structural durability. The interiors were frequently lined with silk, velvet, or leather to protect small jewellery items from scratches.

Authentic British silver features a series of stamped hallmarks including the lion passant for sterling purity, a town mark such as the Birmingham anchor, a specific date letter, and a registered makers mark.

A silver trinket box is commonly positioned on a bedroom nightstand, dressing table, or bathroom vanity tray to store daily jewellery, adding a reflective metallic accent to contemporary decor.

Regular dusting with a soft microfibre cloth prevents buildup, while gentle polishing with a specialised silver cloth removes light oxidisation. Avoid harsh chemical dips or abrasive creams that can wear down hallmarks and polished finishes.
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