Antique Burmese Silver Box c.1890 (1 of 13)

AC Silver

Tyne and Wear, UK

Andrew Campbell, founder and owner of AC Silver, has been dealing in antique silver and antique jewellery since 1977. In addition to a premier retail premises in Newcastle, north-east England, Andrew has developed an internationally recognised online store, serving both new and return customers nationally and worldwide. Andrew personally sources a wide range of items, including antique jewellery, antique diamond rings and antique gemstone rings. Andrew has also developed a fine and comprehensive inventory of antique silverware, AC Silver is a respected and trusted specialist in its field.

Antique Burmese Silver Box c.1890

Name: Antique Burmese Silver Box c.1890
SKU: LA434245
Price: 1595 GBP
Availability: InStock

REF: C7694 / LA434245

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Description

This is an exceptional, fine and impressive antique Burmese silver box; an addition to our diverse Asian silverware collection This exceptional antique Burmese silver box has a rectangular form, supported with plain bracket style feet. The body of this box is embellished with impressive embossed and chased scenes depicting figures, in Burmese style attire, sat conversing and interacting. The figures are encompassed with plain borders, accented with scale designs to the background. Each figure design is encompassed with profuse scrolling leaf decoration, in addition to leaf textured borders. The box is fitted with an impressive domed hinged cover, embellished with further decoration, reflecting that of the body. This impressive box has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton Xl2 Analyzer) and verified as sterling silver (925, 925/1000). Dimensions Length 16.3cm/6.4" Width 9.2cm/3.6" Height 9.3cm/3.7" Weight 15 troy ounces/467g Date: Circa 1890 Origin: Burma, Asia

measurements

Height:

9.3 cm

Width:

9.2 cm

Length:

16.3 cm

Weight:- 15 troy ounces/467g

measurements

declaration

AC Silver has clarified that the Antique Burmese Silver Box c.1890 (LA434245) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1890

declaration

condition

This antique Burmese silver box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The embossed and chased decoration is very sharp. There are no hallmarks as to be expected with such a piece; the date and origin can be determined by the composition and decoration.

additional info

Period:

Late 19th Century Silver

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