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Birmingham England Edward Smith Sterling Silver Trinket/Snuff Box

$656.25
£495.94
€569.68
CA$923.06
A$977.28
CHF 528.88
MX$11,680.34
NOK 6,592.40
SEK 6,028.52
DKK 4,254.79

About the Item

Sterling silver box by Edward Smith of Birmingham, England, circa 1828. No monogram. Beautiful small rectangular box featuring an etched design on the hinged lid. A less ornate etched floral design is on the bottom of the box. Gold washed interior. Box measures approx 2 3/8" wide, 1 3/8" long, 3/8" deep. Weighs approx 36.4g, 23.4dwt Marked on the lid: duty mark (King George IV, 1822-33), ES (Edward Smith mark used 1827-65) lion. Marked on the interior bottom: anchor (Birmingham city mark), ES (Edward Smith mark used 1827-65) E (date mark for 1828). Very nice vintage condition with minor surface scratching and tarnish. Item will be packaged securely and shipped with insurance.
  • Creator:
    Edward Smith
  • Metal:
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 2.38 in (60.46 mm)Depth: 0.38 in (9.66 mm)Length: 1.38 in (35.06 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1828
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Washington Depot, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 96791stDibs: LU1210313331981

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