Edwardian Silver Double Coil Dispenser Stamp Box - Golfing Interest

William Hornby, London 1903
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A rare Edwardian silver double coil dispenser Stamp Box of curved rectangular form on a pedestal base, the hinged box opening to reveal two gilded compartments that would have held coils of stamps dispensed through slots in the lid. The two windows to the lid now holding just a pair of Edwardian one penny and two penny stamps.

Engraved with contemporary presentation inscription: Princes Golf Club 1st prize 1903.

By William Hornby, London, 1903

Sold - £565.00

Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
42 mm (1.65 inches)
W
78 mm (3.07 inches)
D
52 mm (2.05 inches)
Weight
102.00 Grams (3.28 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
LR230616
Medium
Silver
Literature
Prince's Golf Club, Sandwich is a links golf course located in Sandwich in Kent in South East England. Prince's is immediately adjacent to the more famous Royal St George's golf club, and both clubs lie on the same stretch of coastline as nearby Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club. It is notable for hosting the 1932 Open Championship.