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English antique sterling silver vesta box with striker and has a novelty way to open.
Hallmarked from Birmingham in 1896 with the makers mark being that of John Edward Wilmot .
The decoration remains crisp and it also retains its gilt interior.
No damage or repairs.
To open gentle pressure is applied to the lid close to the striker.
Measures 48x35x10mm.
| DATE | 1896 |
| MAKER or SPONSOR MARK | John Edward Wilmot |
| ASSAY OFFICE | Birmingham |
| WEIGHT (Grammes) | 29 |
| WEIGHT (Troy) | 0.93 |
| REF:- | 683A |
| Origin | English |
|---|---|
| Period | Victoria 1837-1901 |
| Sponsor/Maker | John Edward Wilmot |
| REF CODE | 683A |
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Situated within the Central belt of Scotland (UK), we are a small, family run business. Indeed, we traded in silver for many years before forming Dart Silver Ltd in 2006.
