1950s Boxes and Cases

Cartier Paris table alarm clock, manual winding Made in Switzerland approximately 1980 Gold plated brass case Enamel detail around the frame, shows some wear consistent with age Hall...

French tri-colored, red, green and yellow 18Kt gold pencil case decorated with applied classical lobes, swags and festoons of flowers. French rubbed mark, circa 1810 Width: 12 mm H...

Antique Silver Card Case in form of purse, Birmingham 1910, Adie & Lovekin Ltd. The case of hinge and thumb piece design, richly engraved scro...

Perfect for the luxury lover or the person who already has it all, this golden box is ideal for your vanity, travel bags, or in your purse for on the go. Featuring a beautiful engr...

Cartier Santos 24-karat gold-plated and silver Art Deco travel quartz desk clock with alarm. Les Must de Cartier travel quartz alarm clock, rectangular white dial with Roman numerals...

A Rare and Exquisite Sewing Accessory Elevate your collection or needlework station with this Antique Gold Thimble, a seldom-seen treasure distinguished by its intricate engraving and timeless elegance. Crafted with exceptional care, it stands as both a functional piece of sewing history and a captivating object of art. Intricate Engraving & Design Ornate Detailing Each side of the thimble features delicate, hand-engraved motifs, highlighting the meticulous artistry once devoted to sewing implements. The patterns blend floral or geometric elements (depending on the specific design) to create an eye-catching, textured surface. Gold Construction Fashioned from precious gold, this thimble’s warm luster adds a luxurious note. The material ensures durability—making it as practical in a sewing basket today as it was in its era of origin. Hallmarked ‘S’ Inside the thimble is a hallmark “S,” indicating either the maker or a specific assay mark. This hallmark underscores the piece’s authenticity and collectible status. Dimensions & Weight Weight: Approximately 3.2 dwt (pennyweights), offering a reassuring solidity without compromising the piece’s delicate craftsmanship. Size & Fit: Designed for standard thimble use, it fits comfortably on most fingertips. Collectors often display antique thimbles...

A fine antique Austrian glass, silver, & enamel table or dresser box. By Georg Adam Scheid. With a cornucopia or vase form decoration enamel flowers in a guilloche cartouche. The r...

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely solid silver Meiji period circa 1870 dragon embossed cigarette case with gold gilt internals If y...

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Solid Sterling Silver The Northern Goldsmiths Newcastle upon tyne 1927 engine turned cigarette cas...

A Fine and Exquisite Mughal Gem Set Rock Crystal and Gold Box, India, 18th Century. Finley set in 22k gold, mounted with rubies and pearls. The body carved...

This exceptional quality powder compact was imported by H C Freedman Ltd of Birmingham in 1914. The box is impressed on the inside with the makers mark, the date letter for 1914, 92...

To make this collector's item now, with top-notch Italian craftsmanship, would cost about €11,000 This gold powder box embodies sophisticated elegance...