Antique English Silver Plate Biscuit Box, Barrel with Crest or Armorial

About This Piece

An English round silver plate biscuit box engraved with a crest or armorial. Precise engine-turned engraving adds great appeal, along with two round cartouches — the front cartouche unengraved and available for personalisation, the top cartouche bearing the crest or armorial. The covered box rests on three paw feet; the base features two rows of beadwork. Believed to have been re-plated. Additional photographs available on request.

Hallmarks & Provenance

English silver plate. Marked for Mappin & Webb, late 19th to early 20th century.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: England
• Date: Late 19th to early 20th century
• Maker: Mappin & Webb
• Material: Silver plate (believed re-plated)
• Height: 6"
• Base diameter: 7"
• Features: Three paw feet; double beadwork base; engine-turned engraving; armorial cartouche on lid
• Front cartouche: Unengraved — available for personalisation
• Item ID: 120074

Condition

Very good. The front round cartouche is not in exact alignment with the front foot — a minor manufacturing quirk rather than damage.

Shipping & Handling

• Ships next business day via USPS Priority Mail
• Complimentary shipping within the US
• Reduced International Rates available