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Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Posey Holder or Tussy Mussy from 1878

$3,144.53
£2,295
€2,676.99
CA$4,307.22
A$4,790.57
CHF 2,501.49
MX$58,296.17
NOK 31,947.82
SEK 29,961.42
DKK 19,979.43
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About the Item

Hallmarked in Sheffield, 1878 by Roberts & Belk, this very attractive, Victorian, antique, sterling silver Posey holder, or tussy mussy, has scroll pierced decoration at the top, and beaded detailing throughout. It has an attached chain for the finger ring and a pin to hold the flowers in place. The posey holder measures 6"(15.5cm) tall and 2"(5cm) in diameter, with a weight of 1.4 troy ounces.
  • Creator:
    Roberts & Belk Ltd. 1 (Metalworker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.11 in (15.5 cm)Width: 1.97 in (5 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1878
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: j20631stDibs: LU4930216493922

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