This superb VICTORIAN SILVER PILL BOX was made by Thomas Hayes in 1894.
Excellent quality and unusual shape, this lovely Silver Pill Box has a hinged lid with vacant cartouche and an attractive all-over embossed swirling fluted decoration. Inside it still retains the original gilt coating – a sign of real quality.
In excellent condition and free from any added monograms, initials etc. this superb Pill Box would make a fabulous gift or would enhance any silver collection.
Condition:
Used / Excellent
There is no damage and no repairs.
Hallmarks | |
Assay Office | Anchor – Birmingham |
Lion Passant | English Sterling Silver (0.925) (Repeated on lid) |
Makers Mark | T.H – Thomas Hayes |
Year Letter | ‘u’ – 1894 (Repeated on lid) |
Size | |
Size | Diameter – 1.75” ( 44mm) / Height – 1.0 (25mm) |
Weight | 20.5gm / 0.69ozt |