Antique Indian Sterling Silver Box

About the Item

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Indian sterling silver cedar lined box; an addition to the ornamental silverware collection This exceptional antique sterling silver box has a rectangular form. The surface of this impressive antique silver box is embellished with impressive chased interlacing floral and foliate decoration, all on a matte background; this decoration bears inspiration from Indian silverware. This exceptional box is fitted with a domed hinged cover, which retains the original gilding to the interior. The cover is ornamented with further interlacing designs reflecting that of the body, incorporating a large shaped vacant cartouche to the centre. The body of this exceptional box is fitted with the original cedar wood lining. This sterling silver cigarette box has a weighted base and retains the original red leatherette covering to the underside. This exceptional cedar lined silver box has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as sterling silver. This exceptional box is is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire. NOTE: The majority of such boxes have a wood lining to the cover; it is a sign of quality when boxes have an unlined, solid silver covers. Condition This sterling silver cedar lined silver box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in excellent condition. There are no hallmarks as to be expected with such a piece; the date and origin can be determined by the composition and decoration. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique silverware. Dimensions Length 15.5cm/6.1' Width 9.7cm/3.82' Height 7.2cm/2.83' Weight 15.6 troy ounces/486.1g Maker: Unmarked Date: Circa 1890 Origin: India SKU: C8227

Dimensions:

Height: 2.83 in (7.19 cm)Width: 3.82 in (9.71 cm)Depth: 6.1 in (15.5 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Sterling Silver

Place of Origin:

India

Period:

1890-1899

Date of Manufacture:

1890

Condition:

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