Antique Edwardian 1900 Silver 'Etrog' Jewish Box
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Antique Edwardian 1900 silver trinket box. This beautiful box features delicate swirls on the bottom and the top with a flower-shaped handle. The interior of the box is silver gilt with the hallmark '800 AG', which means the piece is .800 parts silver. The box is from Germany around the turn of the century.
We believe this piece was used as a 'Etrog box', a small fruit similar to a lemon was stored in the box to protect it. This ritual is used by the Jewish people during the week long holiday of Sukkot. These boxes are often given as wedding gifts.
Complete your gift selection from Mayveda Jewellery by adding this sweet antique box to place your present or keepsake.
ERA
Edwardian, 1901-1914
HALLMARKS
800 AG
MEASUREMENTS
The box measures 2.5cm / 6.5" in height and 4.8cm / 1.9" in width.
WEIGHT
55g
CONDITION
The box is in excellent antique condition. The silver lid sits securely on the glass pot.
PACKAGING
If you are ordering a piece of jewellery and a jewellery box at the same time, please do let us know if you would like the jewellery gift wrapped and placed in the jewellery box. If you are not sure if the piece of jewellery you are ordering will fit, please do contact us and we can advise you.
SKU
7026
Caring for your jewelry
Antique and vintage jewelry lasts longest with gentle care. Store each piece separately, keep it away from perfume and hairspray, and clean it with a soft dry cloth.
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