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This is a beautiful antique Victorian jewellery box, dating to 1870/1880.
The Exterior
This box has a beautiful Walnut veneer which has superb figuration. It has ornate brass decoration to the lid and front, and beautiful bezel set white glass cabochons.
The box has a beautiful Gothic design which was the height of Victorian fashion, following the death of Queen Victoria's beloved husband Prince Albert. During this sad period in Victoria's life, she had mourning jewellery and other commemorative items made, which were copied and became immensely popular.
The box is complete with its original brass hinges, lock and key.
The bottom of the box has a new red felt covering which will protect the surfaces of furniture.
The Interior
The interior has a single large storage compartment which is deep and spacious. This has been refurbished by our skilled box restorer. It has a beautiful new padded satin panel in the base and new high-quality paper linings.
The inside of the lid has its original padded panel which is covered with beautiful watered silk. The panel has a watered silk strip down the centre. Small photos or notes can be tucked behind this. It also has loops which you can insert brooches into. There are new paper linings to the walls inside the lid.
Note
The box will tip back when the lid is opened UNTIL the compartment has jewellery inside it. This is due to the weight of the brass decoration.
Our Jewellery Box Restorer
You can read about Jim, our skilled box restorer, by visiting our About Us page.
Condition
This box is in excellent condition for its 130/140 years of age. It is structurally sound and the veneer is complete and intact.
There is some minor light age related wear to the veneer and a few cabochons have small chips. These are not overly noticeable or rough.
The hinges and lock are in good working order and the box locks securely.
The original satin to the inside of the lid is still in lovely condition and has no stains. It has some tiny minor pulls.
The new satin panel and paper linings are in excellent new unworn condition.
Measurements
Please use the following measurements to ensure the box is the right size for your requirements.
Length: 22.5cm Width: 15.0cm Height: 10.6cm
Interior Compartment:
20.5 by 12.8cm with a 5.9cm depth.
Postage
UK. This box will be posted FREE within the UK by Next Day Special Delivery.
International postage is £15 by Royal Mail International Tracked and/or Signed For postage. Delivery is fast, within 3-5 working days to Europe and 5-7 working days to the rest of the world. Delivery may be longer depending on the speed of your local postal service and/or if your package has to go through customs.
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