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 2 cent stamp and a New York cancellation mark for 1894, the reverse enamelled with a received mark for 3.12.94, the cover engraved with a name and address for Miss B. Corwin, San Francisco, Cal. The silver gilt interior stamped: Sterling and the Patent mark for June 24 90.

Almost certainly by Gorham Manufacturing Company, New York, c1894

Sold - £385.00

Condition
In good 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
United States
Stock Code
TRS290913A
Medium
Silver