Telescope - 1940-1950 - United Kingdom

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A sterling silver miniature telescope dating from the 1940s, manufactured in the United Kingdom, measuring 10 × 6 × 6 cm and weighing 37 g net, hallmarked .925 silver.

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Miniature silver novelties gained immense popularity during the 20th century, with European silversmiths producing intricate replicas of everyday objects, vehicles, and scientific instruments. These detailed pieces were frequently crafted as luxury desk accessories or decorative ornaments for affluent collectors and travellers.

Items like this sterling silver telescope combined precious metal craftsmanship with whimsical design, appealing to those with a taste for miniature art and scientific history. Hallmarked with the standard 925 mark, such pieces represent both fine precious metal work and charming novelty appeal.

Net weight of silver 37 g

The weight is 37g net silver.

Miniature silver novelties gained immense popularity during the 20th century, with European silversmiths producing intricate replicas of everyday objects, vehicles, and scientific instruments. These detailed pieces were frequently crafted as luxury desk accessories or decorative ornaments for affluent collectors and travellers.

Items like this sterling silver telescope combined precious metal craftsmanship with whimsical design, appealing to those with a taste for miniature art and scientific history. Hallmarked with the standard 925 mark, such pieces represent both fine precious metal work and charming novelty appeal.

Net weight of silver 37 g

The weight is 37g net silver.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Silver type
.925 silver
Number of objects
1
Material
Silver
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Physical condition
Near mint
Functional condition
Not tested
Height
10 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
GreeceVerified
46
Objects sold
86.67%
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