ANTIQUE 20thC ROYAL SOLID SILVER DESK COMPENDIUM, WILLIAM HURCOMB c.1904
Antique early 20th Century Edwardian solid silver desk compendium, rectangular form, the four sides opening outwards to reveal the gilt interior, in the centre a small taperstick, the front with an applied cypher monogram of The King of France, the sides with two stamp compartments and three larger compartments, one side with an area for a match striking plate, the lid with a removable ring for inserting a pocket watch. Hallmarked English Silver (925 standard), London, year 1904 (i), maker W.H for William Edward Hurcomb.
Reference Number: J10050
Antique early 20th Century Edwardian solid silver desk compendium, rectangular form, the four sides opening outwards to reveal the gilt interior, in the centre a small taperstick, the front with an applied cypher monogram of The King of France, the sides with two stamp compartments and three larger compartments, one side with an area for a match striking plate, the lid with a removable ring for inserting a pocket watch. Hallmarked English Silver (925 standard), London, year 1904 (i), maker W.H for William Edward Hurcomb.
Reference Number: J10050
Antique early 20th Century Edwardian solid silver desk compendium, rectangular form, the four sides opening outwards to reveal the gilt interior, in the centre a small taperstick, the front with an applied cypher monogram of The King of France, the sides with two stamp compartments and three larger compartments, one side with an area for a match striking plate, the lid with a removable ring for inserting a pocket watch. Hallmarked English Silver (925 standard), London, year 1904 (i), maker W.H for William Edward Hurcomb.
Reference Number: J10050
DESCRIPTION
Antique early 20th Century Edwardian solid silver desk compendium, rectangular form, the four sides opening outwards to reveal the gilt interior, in the centre a small taperstick, the front with an applied cypher monogram of The King of France, the sides with two stamp compartments and three larger compartments, one side with an area for a match striking plate, the lid with a removable ring for inserting a pocket watch. Hallmarked English Silver (925 standard), London, year 1904 (i), maker W.H for William Edward Hurcomb.
A truly exceptional gift and an essential acquisition, this compendium serves as a captivating conversation piece. It stands as a superb relic of history, evoking the charm and elegance of a bygone era.
CONDITION
In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
SIZE
Height: 11.5 cm // 4.53 in
Width: 20 cm // 7.87 in
Depth: 12 cm // 4.72 in
Weight: 262 g // 9.24 oz
