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Antique Sterling Silver Sewing Set / Nécessaire de Couture in Original Case - Birmingham, England - ca. 1900

Exquisite and complete antique sewing set / Nécessaire de Couture in its original fitted leather case.

Dating back to the late Victorian / early Edwardian era (circa 1890–1910), this fine sewing set is well-preserved and complete. Presented in its original oval leather-covered presentation box with luxurious damask silk and velvet lining.

Contents of the set:

Large Sewing Scissors: Beautifully detailed handles with acanthus and rococo scrollwork, steel cutting blades. ((Robuso Solingen Germany)

Small Embroidery Scissors: Delicate, ornate handles.

Solid Sterling Silver Thimble: Fully hallmarked with English marks: Lion Passant (.925 sterling), Birmingham Anchor, maker's mark (HC&S/HG&S), and date letter.

Awl / Stiletto: Ornate silver-handled stiletto with steel point. (silver marked)

Needle Case: Chased body with screw-on cap, complete with antique sewing needles. (unmarked)

Original Oval Presentation Case: Covered in cognac-brown leather with functioning brass push-button clasp. Lined with patterned cream silk in the lid and fitted velvet base.

Condition:
In good, authentic antique condition with wear consistent with age (over 110 years old):

Handles / tools: There are small, visible dings/dents on the hollow handles of the stiletto (awl) and the needle case.

Thimble: Shows a small minor dent, but remains solid with clearly legible hallmarks.

Scissors & function: Both pairs of scissors open and close smoothly.

Presentation box: Closes properly; the exterior leather shows authentic surface patina/wear and the interior fabric has slight age-related discolouration.

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Carefully packaged and shipped worldwide with insurance and tracking.