antique victorian silver castle-top card case, birmingham, frederick matthews, circa 1845

ITEM 1105 CONDITION
Item is in excellent condition although there is minor visible wear as the maker's mark has been rubbed due to age, handling, and usage.

ITEM 1105 DESCRIPTION
Antique Victorian rectangular-shaped and hinged silver 'castle-top' card case.
The front side stamped with a study of the Burn's Memorial in high relief surmounted by flowers and scroll-work pattern.
The reverse side stamped with flowers, foliage, and scroll-work pattern surrounding a shaped cartouche with engraved initials.
Birmingham made by probably Frederick Matthews although the maker's mark has been rubbed.
Circa 1845. ITEM 1105 PROVENANCE
Sale Date: 13/11/1990
Sale Title: Old and Modern Silver
Lot Number: 35
Venue: Christie's South Kensington UK POSTAGE
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Maker/Artist:

Frederick Matthews

Materials:

Silver

Width (cm):

7.2

Height (cm):

10

Depth (cm):

0.7

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