ANTIQUE 20thC ROYAL SOLID SILVER DESK COMPENDIUM, WILLIAM HURCOMB c.1904

£1,895.00

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