Edwardian Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver Trinket Box from Marples & Co., 1906

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An Edwardian sterling silver trinket box and cover by Marples & Co., hallmarked Birmingham 1906. Of circular form, the box … Read more An Edwardian sterling silver trinket box and cover by Marples & Co., hallmarked Birmingham 1906. Of circular form, the box has a domed cover with corded borders and a hand-raised planished finish displaying the characteristic small hammer marks associated with the technique. Dating from the Arts and Crafts period, the box retains its original gold-wash gilding to the interior. Maker: Marples & Co. Hallmark: Birmingham 1906 Material: Sterling Silver Style: Arts and Crafts Country of Origin: United Kingdom Period: Edwardian / Arts and Crafts Date of Manufacture: 1906 Diameter: 7.0 cm Height: 3.4 cm Interior Diameter: 6.5 cm Base Diameter: 7.1 cm Net Weight of Silver: 65.7 g Condition: In very good condition. No damage, bruises, holes or repairs. Free from later inscriptions or monograms. The cover closes securely. Retains its original gold-wash gilding to the interior. Beautiful shiny patina. Clean and ready for use or display. See less