Box - .925 silver - antique silver box
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Miniature silver box from London dating to 1808 (Georgian period), made of solid .925 silver with an inner vermeil finish, measuring 3.5 x 2.5 x 1.3 cm and weighing 15 g, in good used condition with minor signs of wear.
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Miniature silver box – London, 1808 – vermeil interior
Elegant and fine miniature box made of solid silver, rectangular in shape with rounded corners, decorated with delicate geometric motifs engraved with a burin and dotted borders, characteristic of English silversmithing of the early 19th century, Georgian period.
The interior presents vermeil (gold coating), a traditional technique used for both aesthetic reasons and conservation, intended to protect the contents and prevent oxidation.
Inside one can appreciate English contrasts, including assay mark and date letter corresponding to London, year 1808, as well as maker's mark partially visible.
Features:
• Type: miniature box / trinket box
• Material: solid silver with vermeil interior
• Origin: London, England
• Dating: 1808 (Georgian period)
• Technique: cast silver, engraved and vermeiled on the inside
Measurements:
• Length: 3.5 cm
• Width: 2.5 cm
• Height: 1.3 cm
Weight:
• 15 grams
Condition:
Good overall condition, with light signs of use and aging consistent with its more than 200 years of age. Interior with partial wear of the vermeil.
Refined piece and highly collectible, representative of Georgian English silverware.
The photo is part of the description.
Miniature silver box – London, 1808 – vermeil interior
Elegant and fine miniature box made of solid silver, rectangular in shape with rounded corners, decorated with delicate geometric motifs engraved with a burin and dotted borders, characteristic of English silversmithing of the early 19th century, Georgian period.
The interior presents vermeil (gold coating), a traditional technique used for both aesthetic reasons and conservation, intended to protect the contents and prevent oxidation.
Inside one can appreciate English contrasts, including assay mark and date letter corresponding to London, year 1808, as well as maker's mark partially visible.
Features:
• Type: miniature box / trinket box
• Material: solid silver with vermeil interior
• Origin: London, England
• Dating: 1808 (Georgian period)
• Technique: cast silver, engraved and vermeiled on the inside
Measurements:
• Length: 3.5 cm
• Width: 2.5 cm
• Height: 1.3 cm
Weight:
• 15 grams
Condition:
Good overall condition, with light signs of use and aging consistent with its more than 200 years of age. Interior with partial wear of the vermeil.
Refined piece and highly collectible, representative of Georgian English silverware.
The photo is part of the description.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
15 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Over 200 years old
Yes
Title additional information
antique silver box
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
1.3 cm
Width
2.5 cm
Depth
3.5 cm
Estimated period
1808
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