Victorian Silver Stamp Box

A fine heavy quality stamp box retailed by Thornhill & Co , Bond Street, London. The box has a crown and winged motif on the lid with the motto 'Forward' in banner form underneath. The fully gilded interior has five compartments traditionally used for keeping stamps. The piece is a very decorative item and still has contemporary use as a trinket box. Hallmarked for London 1889. Weight 232 grams - Hallmarks for London 1889 - A Quality Heavy Item - Original Motif - Some Small Pin Indentations - Fully Gilded Interior The pieces are in good condition with only age related signs of wear. Age:1899 Material: Silver Origin: British Height: 2cm Width: 13cm Depth: 7cm Newark Antiques & Interiors, Kelham Rd, Newark NG24 1BX Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8.30 - 17.00 Sat/Sun 10.00 - 16.00