English Boxes and Cases

An oval, the lid applied with a pink enamel flower and green leaves on which rests a gold butterfly with pierced wings, twisted rope cagework mounts, the base rim engraved 'Designed & enamelled by Philip Barnes, made by Ron Edwards for Algernon Asprey...

This is a Smith & Bartlam EPNS Finger Coin Purse. It depicts a rectangular electroplated non sterling silver purse decorated with a high relief of scrolls of acanthus leaves, small a...

18k Solid Yellow Gold Set of Antique Sugar Bowl, Dish and Spoon by Abraham Portal circa 1779. Abraham Portal's 18th century sugar dish, bowl, and spoon set, crafted from 18k gold, is...

Antique English Silver Vinaigrette Birmingham 1834 G. Wheeler. The rectangular vinaigrette engine turned and foliate borders to cover and base. Interior and pierced grille gilded. Ha...

This delightful vinaigrette was hand crafted out of sterling silver in the first quarter of the nineteenth century. It is hallmarked in inside the lid and on the base with a bust of ...

Up for your consideration is this impressive 19th century silverplated bronze trinket, jewelry box, cask. It features an allover high relief neoclassical repouse design of winged ca...

Hexagonal vesta box designed by Asprey & Company. Very rare and unusual vesta matches box, created in Birmingham England by Asprey & Company Limited, back in the 1923. Crafted during the art deco period in a hexagonal shape in solid yellow gold of 9 karats, The six lateral sides are decorated with engine turned guilloche and the top and bottom in plain. Fitted on top with a hinged hexagonal push lid. Excellent craftmanship depicting an odd and geometric shape. Perfect condition with no dents or previous restorations. Weight: 45.95 Grams, (29.45 Dwt). Measurements: 56 mm by 52 mm by 16 mm (2.20 x 2.05 x 0.63 Inches). Hallmarks Stamped with British crown marks, the anchor mark for the city of Birmingham, the maker's mark A&Co Ltd., the mark .375 for the assay of the 9kt gold, the letter Y for the years 1923-1924 and signed, "ASPREY LONDON 8 .375 REG.584151 A&CO LTD Y". Asprey The company was established in England in Mitcham, Surrey, in 1781. Founded as a silk printing business by William Asprey, it soon became a luxury emporium. In 1841, William Asprey's elder son Charles went into partnership with a stationer located on London's Bond Street. In 1847, the family broke with this partner and moved into 167 New Bond Street, the premises Asprey occupies today. From its central London location, Asprey advertised 'articles of exclusive design and high quality, whether for personal adornment or personal accompaniment and to endow with richness and beauty the table and homes of people of refinement and discernment.' An early specialty was dressing cases. Asprey crafted traditional cases and designs, mostly in leather, suitable for the new style of travel ushered in by railways. As the business grew, the company acquired manufacturing facilities and hired silversmith, goldsmith, jewelers and watchmakers. In the 1920's, commissions poured in from around the world, from American millionaire J. P. Morgan to potentates such as the Maharaja of Patiala, who commissioned a huge teak travelling trunk for each of his wives, in which each trunk was fitted with solid silver washing and bathing utensils with waterspouts of ornate tiger head and lined with blue velvet. Asprey cigarette...

Edward VIII Silver Blue Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case - Wm Neal Ltd., Birmingham 1936 Elevate your style with this exquisite Edward VIII Silver Blue Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case...

An Edwardian guilloche enamel coins purse made by E. J. Houlston. Very rare early 20th century enamel oval coin purse, created in Birmingham England during the Edwardian period. Thi...

Antique Art Deco Sterling silver and 9ct gold cigarette case box Chester 1920, Colen Hewer Cheshire. Very finely decorated with an ogee type engine turn design...

Art deco enamel vinaigrette box. Beautiful vinaigrette case, created in London England back in the 1930. This stunning piece has been crafted in a a r...

Fine Quality Sterling Silver and Gold Cigarette or Card Case London, 1960 Padgett & Braham. The large rectangular case of engine turned design with...

A Rare and Historic Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Ebonised Papier Mâché Cabinet Used by Queen Victoria in 1849. ...

This charming little Georgian sterling silver scent bottle features is marked with English hallmarks. The make show clearly George in profile, the anchor for Birmingham as well as the maker's initials IT . The year letter is too rubbed to be legible. The screw on lid is decorated with the initial M, the sides of the bottle are engraved with a flower. The little bottle is in fine condition and has no dents. The scent bottle can be worn on a chain like the one worn by my life size mannequin.

A fine English Art Deco sterling silver presentation dresser or vanity box. By Adie Brothers of Birmingham. In sterling silver. With a shark skin finish to the lid and a dedication to the interior that reads: "To Walter T. Prendergast / With my kind regards / Andrew W...

Sterling silver box by Edward Smith of Birmingham, England, circa 1828. No monogram. Beautiful small rectangular box featuring an etched design...

Circa 1950s, 18k, by Cartier, London. Stunning, rare, and authentic, this Cartier London 18k bi-color gold box will make an exquisite addition to any collec...

A fine antique Georgian double-sided tea caddy. In sterling silver. By Henry Chawmer of London, England. Each side of the caddy has an engraved wreath cartouche below a small key...

Underwood Rotobox Triple-Module Watch Winder with Jewelry Case Lift Top and Glass-Fronted Winders. The luxurious leather cases are handcrafted in Italy i tan Tuscan calf. This luxury...

Sterling silver chatelaine case by silversmiths Cohen & Charles, circa 1914. Antique cone shape case meant for a chatelaine. Light gold was...

This stunning Art Deco 1930's blue guilloche enamel and silver gilt mirror compact/pendant is made by well known Birmingham jewellers: Crisford and Norris. The front cover of this be...

Sterling silver hinged case with an outstanding enamel rendering of a French bulldog.. Beautiful coloring. He is alert and jaunty, wearing a red collar. 3-1/2" x 3-1/2." Made in Birm...