Figurine - Collection of 4 Antique & Vintage Silver...

**Exceptional Collection of Four Antique & Vintage Silver Objects - Edwardian Sterling Silver & Italian Filigree** A carefully assembled collection of four distinctive silver objects, featuring three authentic Edwardian British sterling silver pieces dating from 1901 to 1905, accompanied by a finely crafted Italian silver filigree miniature. Together, these objects showcase traditional European silversmithing, including intricate repoussé decoration, delicate hand engraving, classic silver craftsmanship and openwork filigree. An appealing collection for enthusiasts of antique British silver, historical jewellery and unusual silver miniatures. **1. Edwardian Sterling Silver Miniature Prayer Book – Birmingham, 1905** An original miniature *Book of Common Prayer*, featuring a richly decorated sterling silver front cover depicting the celebrated **“Reynolds Angels”** motif, with cherubs surrounded by clouds. • Origin: Birmingham, United Kingdom • Year: 1905 – Date letter “f” • Material: Solid 925 Sterling Silver front cover • Maker's mark: JC – John Cook • British hallmarks, including Lion Passant • Condition: Beautiful original patina highlighting the repoussé relief. The binding and pages show age-related wear. **The rear cover is missing.** **2. Edwardian Sterling Silver Vesta Case – Birmingham, 1903** A classic English pocket match safe featuring smooth, rounded edges, a suspension ring for a watch chain and its original striker on the underside. • Origin: Birmingham, United Kingdom • Year: 1903 – Date letter “d” • Material: Solid 925 Sterling Silver • Maker: W.H.H. – William Hair Haseler • Original British silver hallmarks • Condition: Excellent antique condition with natural patina, minor signs of age and a fully functioning hinged lid. **3. Edwardian Sterling Silver Shield Pendant – Chester, 1901** An elegant shield-shaped pendant decorated with fine floral engravings surrounding a blank central shield, suitable for personalization with initials. • Origin: Chester, United Kingdom • Year: 1901 – Date letter “b” • Material: Solid 925 Sterling Silver • Maker: J & R G – Joseph & Richard Griffin • Original Chester assay marks • Condition: Excellent antique condition with well-preserved engravings and a sturdy suspension loop. **4. Vintage Italian Silver Filigree Violin / Lute Pendant** An intricately crafted miniature musical instrument featuring delicate openwork filigree, suitable as a decorative jewellery pendant or collectible miniature. • Origin: Italy • Period: Vintage, after 1968 • Material: 800 Silver (800/1000) • Italian silver markings, including “800” • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with beautifully preserved filigree details. **COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS** • Four distinctive silver objects offered together as one collection • Three British sterling silver pieces dating from 1901–1905 • Historical Birmingham and Chester silver hallmarks • British sterling silver (925) and Italian silver (800) • Traditional repoussé, engraving and filigree techniques • Original antique patina and historical character The Chester Assay Office closed in 1962, making its historical hallmarks particularly interesting to collectors of British silver. **CONDITION & SHIPPING** All four objects retain their antique or vintage character. Please note the missing rear cover of the prayer book and the age-related wear described above. The photographs form an important part of the condition description. The four pieces will be carefully and securely packaged for shipping.

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