Beautifully Engraved Antique Jewellery Casket

( JB208 )
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Beautiful antique jewellery casket with very pretty engraved decoration. The casket dates back to the Edwardian period, circa 1901-1910.

Beautifully Engraved Antique Jewellery Casket

This is a beautiful antique jewellery casket dating to the Edwardian period. It is made of Electroplated Nickel Silver (EPNS) and has a lovely solid silver appearance.

The lid is very beautifully decorated with an engraved swag design. It features very pretty bows and hanging flowers. The centre of the lid has a stylish domed form and there is a beautiful band of embossed decoration around the bottom of the lid.

The casket is complete with its original hinge and original leather cover on the base.

The Interior

The interior is complete with its original padded satin panels and satin lining. The lining in the compartment is beautifully ruched and has a pretty satin rope trim around the top.

Maker/Stamps

This beautiful casket is a high-quality item. It was made by the famous chemist Boots, formerly known as the Boots Pure Drug Company. The casket has their maker's mark, BPDC, stamped on the base. It is also stamped EPNS.

Age

1901-1910.

Condition

This casket is in very good condition for its 100 plus years of age. It has only minor light age-related surface wear/light tarnish. There are no dents and no nasty scratches to the metal.

The interior satin lining and panels are in wonderful condition with no splits or fraying.

A tiny patch of the leather covering is missing on the base.

About EPNS

Electroplated Nickel Silver is an amalgamation of Copper, Nickel and Zinc. Its name derives from the beautiful silvery appearance of the combined metals.

Measurements

Please use the following measurements to ensure that the casket is the right size for your requirements. It is a charming little item for small pieces of jewellery such as rings, earrings and brooches.

Diameter:   8.3cm
Height:        4.2cm

Inside Compartment:

7.0cm diameter with a 2.0cm depth.

Postage

This box will be posted FREE within the UK by Next Day Special Delivery.

International postage is £25, delivered fast within 5-7 working days. Postage is by Royal Mail International Tracked and/or Signed For.

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