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A beautiful piece of Victorian craftsmanship featuring an authentic mounted silver shilling and ornate repoussé decoration.
💍 Description
Offered for sale is a stunning antique Victorian sterling silver trinket or dresser box crafted by renowned Birmingham silversmith Samuel Watson Smith. This beautifully detailed piece features elegant repoussé floral and scrollwork decoration throughout, along with a mounted silver shilling on the lid, creating an eye-catching and historically significant design.
The box is fully hallmarked for Birmingham, England, with the maker's mark SWS for Samuel Watson Smith, sterling silver lion passant, Birmingham anchor assay mark, duty mark, and date letter believed to correspond to 1888.
The lid opens smoothly to reveal a clean silver interior, while the decorative coin mount displays both sides of the coin through the lid design. A wonderful addition to any collection of antique sterling silver, Victorian decorative arts, or coin-mounted objects.
💎 Product DetailsMaker: Samuel Watson Smith (SWS)Origin: Birmingham, EnglandEra: VictorianDate: Hallmarked late 1880sMetal: Solid Sterling Silver (.925)Hallmarks: SWS, Lion Passant, Birmingham Anchor, Monarch Duty Head & Date LetterMounted Coin: Queen Victoria Silver ShillingWeight: 112 gramsDiameter: Approximately 2.3 inches (5.8 cm)Height: Approximately 1.3 inches (3.3 cm)
Condition:Very good antique condition with beautiful original patina. The hinged lid opens and closes properly. Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and careful use. Hallmarks remain clear and legible. Please review all photographs as they are part of the description.
✨ Why You'll Love It
✔ Genuine Victorian sterling silver✔ Fully hallmarked Birmingham piece✔ Made by respected silversmith Samuel Watson Smith✔ Beautiful repoussé floral decoration✔ Attractive mounted silver shilling feature✔ Solid weight of 112 grams✔ Wonderful display and collector piece
🎁 Perfect ForAntique silver collectorsVictorian décor enthusiastsCoin and numismatic collectorsUnique gift givingJewelry and keepsake storageDisplay cabinets and curio collections📦 Fast Shipping & Secure Packaging
Your antique sterling silver box will be carefully packaged and shipped with great care to ensure safe delivery. The item will be fully protected during transit and shipped promptly after payment.
Please examine all photographs as they form an important part of the description. Feel free to contact me with any questions before purchasing.
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All sales ship the same day via USPS with tracking services!Orders placed Monday - Friday will be shipped the same day.Orders placed on weekends will be shipped on Monday.
