An Edwardian silver mounted box by Henry Matthews, Birmingha...

Hammer

£360

An Edwardian silver mounted box by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1903, of rectangular form with elaborate embossed floral decoration, with vacant cartouche to hinged lid, green silk lining to interior, 30cm x 16cm x 6cm, weight 28.8ozt

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Condition is good. No signs of splitting, thinning or repair to exterior. Scratching, light denting and wear to exterior consistent with age and use. Lining is largely in good order, though the lining to the top cover is detaching from the mount. Some snags, pulls and light discolouration to the silk interior.