Victorian Sterling Silver Engraved Pocket Case with Chained Accessory
An intriguing and unusual Victorian sterling silver pocket accessory, beautifully decorated with fine hand-engraved scrolling foliage and fitted with an attached chained implement. The piece is hallmarked for Birmingham Assay Office with the sterling lion passant and a date letter “B”, indicating late 19th to early 20th century manufacture.
The elongated case features a vacant circular cartouche to the front and retains its original decorative chained fitting. While the exact intended purpose remains uncertain, it is believed to have been a gentleman’s personal pocket accessory or novelty holder, making it a fascinating collector’s item and excellent conversation piece.
Crafted in solid sterling silver with exceptional engraved detail, this rare object would appeal to collectors of antique silver, Victorian curiosities, and unusual personal accessories.
Details:
Material: Solid sterling silver (.925)
Assay Office: Birmingham
Hallmarks: Lion passant, Birmingham assay mark, date letter “B” (see photographs)
Decoration: Hand-engraved foliate scrollwork with blank circular cartouche
Includes original chained accessory
Period: Late Victorian / Early Edwardian
Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with use. Please refer to photographs as they form part of the description.
A scarce and highly decorative example of antique English silver craftsmanship, perfect for the discerning collector.
Length with chain extended 8.5 inches
Width 1.5 inches
Weight 69 grams