An exquisite George V, sterling silver mounted, tortoise shell jewellery casket.
This stunning small jewellery casket is constructed of thin panels of antique tortoise shell, set within a delicate sterling silver frame, by J Batson & Son, London, England.
The box sits on top of 4 simple square sterling silver feet, and has a hinged dome top lid. Originally, this box was sold exclusively by Asprey, London in the early 20th century.
Year: 1916
Hallmark: J Batson & Son, London
Measurements: W19.5cm x D9cm x H9.5cm
(NB. A very small piece of tortoise shell has previously come away from the rear panel but has since been reinstalled).
