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