Rare Victorian silver slide opening stamp case hallmarked London 1897 by W & G Neal
A most unusual and rare, Victorian, solid silver stamp case. The case has two pieces, one slides into the other to create a firm case. The style is a lovely plain polished silver on both sides. Each piece shows the clear hallmarks for the London Assay Office with a date mark for 1897 and Lion Passant indicating sterling silver. There is also the retails mark George Maurice & Co 44 Piccadilly W. The maker's marks are for the silversmith W & G Neal.
A collector's item, due to the rarity of this piece and the fine condition.
Condition: In great antique collector's condition.
Hallmarks and maker's marks: London 1897 W & G Neal.
Measurements when closed : 3.5 cm x 2.8 cm x 0.4 cm Weight: 14 grams
Weights & measurements are approximate.
Stock code: 42871
