Rare Victorian Antique Silver Envelope Stamp Case
Charles Edward Soloman, Birmingham 1891
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An extremely rare Victorian English hallmarked silver Stamp Case made in the form of an envelope with an engraved address (Mr Walsh of Painswick, Glos) and an enamelled penny lilac stamp and post mark dated Dec 25th 1891. With hinged opening mechanism and attached suspension loop.
By Charles Edward Soloman, Birmingham 1891.
These envelope type Stamp Cases with engraved addresses and enamelled stamps and post marks were usually American made and it is unusual to find an English hallmarked example. This case dated 1891 is also the earliest recorded ""envelope type"" English stamp case.
Sold - £650.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
23 mm
(0.91 inches)
W
30 mm
(1.18 inches)
Weight
10.00 Grams
(0.32 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
NR1
Medium
Silver
