TKC - TKC - Picture frame - .925 silver - 925 silver frame






Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.
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An antique silver 925 photo frame in English Victorian style, made in the United Kingdom by TKC, dating to 1845–1846, with external measurements 12 x 10 x 3 cm and internal 4 x 5 cm, in very good condition.
Description from the seller
Splendid Sterling Silver 925 Photo Frame - Original English Victorian Style
For sale a luxurious and antique solid sterling silver 925 photo frame, originating from England ("Made in England").
Design: The frame stands out for its classic English-style design, richly adorned with intricate repoussé motifs of scrolls and acanthus leaves, evoking the elegance of the Victorian era.
Material and Authenticity: Made of genuine 925 sterling silver (92.5% pure silver), as evidenced by the inscriptions visible on the back. The presence of English hallmarks further guarantees its authenticity and quality.
The visible hallmarks on the object indicate that it is English sterling silver, with a fineness of 925 parts per thousand. The identified symbols are as follows:
Anchor: mark of the Assay Office in Birmingham, England.
Lion passant (Lion Passant): The standard British mark that guarantees that the object is made of sterling silver (purity 92.5%).
"W" in a square shield: This is the date letter, which indicates the year in which the silver was tested and hallmarked. The letter "W", with that character and in that specific shield, corresponds to the year 1845-1846.
"TKC": This is the maker's mark, identifying the silversmith or the company that produced the object.
In summary, the object is a sterling silver creation made in Birmingham between 1845 and 1846, by the silversmith with the initials TKC.
Conditions: The item is in excellent overall condition and well preserved. The back is upholstered in black velvet for an elegant finish.
Collector's piece: Ideal for collectors or to add a touch of refinement and value to any setting.
Splendid Sterling Silver 925 Photo Frame - Original English Victorian Style
For sale a luxurious and antique solid sterling silver 925 photo frame, originating from England ("Made in England").
Design: The frame stands out for its classic English-style design, richly adorned with intricate repoussé motifs of scrolls and acanthus leaves, evoking the elegance of the Victorian era.
Material and Authenticity: Made of genuine 925 sterling silver (92.5% pure silver), as evidenced by the inscriptions visible on the back. The presence of English hallmarks further guarantees its authenticity and quality.
The visible hallmarks on the object indicate that it is English sterling silver, with a fineness of 925 parts per thousand. The identified symbols are as follows:
Anchor: mark of the Assay Office in Birmingham, England.
Lion passant (Lion Passant): The standard British mark that guarantees that the object is made of sterling silver (purity 92.5%).
"W" in a square shield: This is the date letter, which indicates the year in which the silver was tested and hallmarked. The letter "W", with that character and in that specific shield, corresponds to the year 1845-1846.
"TKC": This is the maker's mark, identifying the silversmith or the company that produced the object.
In summary, the object is a sterling silver creation made in Birmingham between 1845 and 1846, by the silversmith with the initials TKC.
Conditions: The item is in excellent overall condition and well preserved. The back is upholstered in black velvet for an elegant finish.
Collector's piece: Ideal for collectors or to add a touch of refinement and value to any setting.
