Victorian Patented American Sterling Silver & Enamel Envelope Stamp Case

GORHAM MANUFACTURING CO c1890
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A very fine late 19th century patented American sterling silver and enamel novelty Stamp Case made in the form of an Envelope. The front enamelled with a stamp and a New York cancellation mark for 1890, the reverse enamelled with a received mark for 12.25.90 (Christmas Day), the cover engraved with a name and address for Miss Daisy Graves, Berkeley Ave, Orange, N Y. The silver gilt interior stamped with the makers mark, Sterling and the Patent mark for June 24 90.

By Gorham Manufacturing Company, New York, c1890

Sold - £385.00

Condition
In very fine condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
25 mm (0.98 inches)
W
33 mm (1.30 inches)
Weight
11.50 Grams (0.37 troy ounces)
Country
New York
Stock Code
TRS010612
Medium
Silver