{"product_id":"edwardian-sterling-silver-cigarette-case-cat-kittens-birmingham-1910-c3149","title":"Edwardian Sterling Silver Cigarette Case - Cat \u0026 Kittens - Birmingham 1910 - C3149","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Edwardian sterling silver cigarette case with a gently curved body and an applied silver relief of a cat and kittens in a flower filled basket. The polished exterior opens to a gilt interior with one original elastic retaining strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Edwardian sterling silver cigarette case with a gently curved body and an applied silver relief of a cat and kittens in a flower filled basket. The polished exterior opens to a gilt interior with one original elastic retaining strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rectangular case has a gentle curve, shaped to sit against the body when carried in a pocket. It measures 9.5cm by 8.5cm and weighs 132g. A full length side hinge opens the case to reveal a gilt wash interior, where one of the original elastic retaining straps remains. A sprung side clasp secures the closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Birmingham hallmarks for sterling silver and the date letter for 1910 are struck to the interior, together with the maker's mark for A \u0026amp; J Zimmerman Ltd. The Birmingham firm produced silver dressing accessories, cases, boxes and small domestic wares during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood antique condition. The exterior has light period surface wear and a very small indent at the upper left front corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a couple of scuffs and general wear to the gilt interior, with some toning around the edges. One original elastic retaining strap remains. The hinge and sprung clasp both operate correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 9.5cm x 8.5cm [3.74in x 3.35in]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight before packing: 132g [4.66oz]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: A \u0026amp; J Zimmerman Ltd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHallmark: Birmingham, 1910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: Curved cigarette case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration: Applied cat and kittens in a flower filled basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior: Gilt wash with one original elastic retaining strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Full length side hinge and sprung side clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock Code: C3149 OC26-3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracked and insured shipping is provided free of charge to most UK addresses, there may be charges for remote or offshore locations. 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