W. Comyns & Sons - Jewellery box - Rare W. Comyns Sterling Silver Angel Casket • Edwardian Masterpiece • 580 g • London 1906 - .925 silver

A magnificent and highly collectible Edwardian sterling silver casket, crafted by the renowned London silversmiths W. Comyns & Sons—one of Britain’s most celebrated makers of fine repoussé silver during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Dated 1906, this exceptional piece is richly decorated with deeply modelled angelic figures on the front panel, executed by hand using traditional repoussé techniques. The angels’ expressive faces, textured hair, and delicate wings are framed by flowing, organic motifs that continue along the sides and top edge of the casket. The sculptural detail is characteristic of Comyns’ most desirable work.

Made in solid 925 sterling silver, the casket has an impressive presence, weighing 580 grams of pure silver. The interior opens through a slanted front panel—a distinctive architectural form rarely encountered among silver caskets of this era.

Key Details

Maker: W. Comyns & Sons

Origin: London, England

Date: 1906 (hallmark letter l)

Material: 925 sterling silver

Technique: Hand-repoussé decoration with richly sculpted angels

Silver Weight: 580 g

Dimensions:
• Length: 20 cm
• Width: 17 cm

Hallmarks: Sterling fineness, London assay, date letter, and maker’s mark

Condition: Very good antique condition; gentle aged character.
No key or lock present (not uncommon for this model).

A true W. Comyns collectible — known for their angel, cherub, and mythological repoussé silver
Large and heavy, with nearly 600 grams of sterling silver
Striking sculptural front panel with beautifully rendered angels
Edwardian craftsmanship, rare and highly sought after by silver collectors
Displays beautifully as a centerpiece, jewellery casket, or devotional box

This is an elegant, expressive, and increasingly scarce example of early 20th-century English silverwork—a piece that brings history, art, and craftsmanship together in one unforgettable object.