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Rare Antique English Biscuit Box - 28 lb Weight c.1870

About the Item

Always highly sought-after, these novelty "weight" biscuit boxes came in two sizes; this one is the smaller box which is the harder to find; it would look perfect next to it's larger example. The lid has a ring handle to the top the lid is engraved "Biscuits". There is a button to the front which opens the hinged lid. The front is engraved lb 28. . The lid is where the full English makers mark can be found for the silversmiths, Jonas & George Bowen of Birmingham, this mark used between 1859 and 1879. Excellent condition with a base diameter measures 5 1/8" x 7 1/4" to the top of the ring handle. Item: 42100 Free Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK
  • Creator:
    Jonas & George Bowen (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Diameter: 5.13 in (13.04 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 421001stDibs: LU3365321317972

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