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Sterling Silver and Enamel Box by Cartier - Antique Edward VIII

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edward VIII English sterling silver box made by Cartier; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection

SKU: A7022

Price: £4,750.00

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Description

This exceptional antique Edward VIII sterling silver cartier case has a rectangular form.

The posterior surface and cover of this antique box are embellished with panels of engined turned decoration.

The sides of this silver case are further embellished with protruding segmentd panels of enamel to either end.

The box is fitted with a hinged hallmarked cover, securing with a push fit catch, embellished with two step cut rubies flanked with two step cut sapphires.

The interior of this case, crafted by Jacques Cartier, is plain and and retains the original gilding.

This exceptional case is fitted to the original hinged leatherette presentation box with a velvet lined interior, securing with a push fit catch.

The interior of the cover bears the retailer's mark 'Cartier, London 175 New Bond St, Paris 13 Ruede La Paix, New York 6535^th Avenue'.

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Maker: Cartier

Date: 1936

Origin: London, England

Condition

This antique Cartier case is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition.

The enamel panels are in perfect condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the interior of the base, in addition to the part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are all clear; the lion passant to the full hallmarks has wear in keeping with age and location.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique silver and enamel box.

Dimensions

Length 10.6cm/4.2"

Width 8.4cm/3.3"

Height 1cm/0.4"

Weight

5.5 troy ounces/172g

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