Sterling Silver Jewellery Box and Watch - Antique Edwardian (1901)

Description

This exceptional antique Edwardian sterling silver jewellery box and clock has been modelled in the form of a coal scuttle, with a plain trapezoid form and rounded lower edge all supported by four bun feet.

The surface of this impressive antique silver jewellery box is plain and unembellished.

This impressive antique clock / box is fitted with a plain rounded handle to the upper plateau.

This exceptional example of Edwardian silverware features a gent's pocket / fob watch.

The white enamel dial is ornamented with black hour numerals, encircled with plain black chapter ring of minute markers.

The face of this timepiece is visible through a circular glass 'window' with an applied silver rope twist decorated border.

The hallmarked hinged door opens to allow access to the watch with winding key; the door has an applied bun style handle to facilitate opening.

The interior of this impressive antique silver jewellery box / clock has a velvet lining.

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