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Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case Mappin & Webb 1904

$757.24
£550
€647.82
CA$1,037.38
A$1,151.06
CHF 602.95
MX$14,115.07
NOK 7,669.31
SEK 7,239.50
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This is a stylish antique Edwardian sterling silver card case with hallmarks for Birmingham 1904 and the makers mark of the renowned silversmiths Deakin & Francis Ltd, in the original fitted case, retailed by Mappin & Webb. The card case is of shaped rectangular form, embossed with floral, foliate & scroll decoration on a matted background, with two circular cartouches. It is a truly lovely piece which would make a very unique business card holder. Condition: Excellent - please see photos for confirmation of condition. Dimensions in cm: Height 2 x Width 12 x Depth 9 Dimensions in inches: Height 1 inch x Width 5 inches x Depth 3 inches Mappin & Webb - founded in 1774 by Jonathan Mappin, Mappin & Webb is one of the UK's leading retailers of fine jewellery and silverware. Today, it is renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design to produce exquisite jewellery, elegant silverware, watches and glassware. Jonathan Mappin opened his first small silversmith workshop in Sheffield in 1774 and the following year the Mappin mark was entered at the assay office. Over the next fifteen years Jonathan Mappin's reputation for producing high quality silver spread throughout Sheffield. From these humble beginnings the business grew steadily and soon the next generation were expanding the business further The first store was opened in London in 1849 at 17 Fore Street and was soon followed by stores in Moorgate and King William Street. In 1858, following rapid expansion of the Sheffield factory, John Newton Mappin invited his brother-in-law, George Webb to join him in the business. The first association of Mappin & Webb was forged. Mappin & Webb is one of the UK's leading retailers of fine jewellery and silverware. Today, it is renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design to produce exquisite jewellery, elegant silverware, watches and glassware. Today Mappin & Webb is silversmith to Her Majesty the Queen and to His Royal Highness Prince of Wales. Our reference: A3277
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.79 in (2 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Style:
    Edwardian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1904
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A32771stDibs: LU950634503702

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