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Antique English Jewellery Pin Red Velvet Box SIGNED SKINNER LONDON

$468.00

A charming antique red velvet presentation box signed for Skinner & Co., Diamond Merchants, Orchard Street, London, W. Dressed in deep crimson velvet with a cream satin-lined lid and a fitted interior, it bears the retailer’s gilt crest for an elegant finishing touch. The Orchard Street address dates this example to before the firm’s 1922 move to Old Bond Street, and Skinner & Co. later merged in 1997 to become Bentley & Skinner.

Perfect for safeguarding and gifting an antique stick pin or slender brooch, this petite box offers authentic period character with its classic push-catch and time-softened patina—an evocative companion for your collection.

SKU: C9335

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Description

A charming antique red velvet presentation box signed for Skinner & Co., Diamond Merchants, Orchard Street, London, W. Dressed in deep crimson velvet with a cream satin-lined lid and a fitted interior, it bears the retailer’s gilt crest for an elegant finishing touch. The Orchard Street address dates this example to before the firm’s 1922 move to Old Bond Street, and Skinner & Co. later merged in 1997 to become Bentley & Skinner.

Perfect for safeguarding and gifting an antique stick pin or slender brooch, this petite box offers authentic period character with its classic push-catch and time-softened patina—an evocative companion for your collection.

SKU: C9335

Item Details

ERA: Late Victorian to Edwardian, c.1890–1922.

MEASUREMENTS: Box is 89mm long x 38mm wide x 22mm deep.
WEIGHT: 25g.

MATERIALS: Velvet exterior, satin lid lining, velvet interior pad; base metal catch and hinge.

STAMPS: Signed “Skinner & Co., Diamond Merchants, Orchard Street, London, W”.

HALLMARKS: Since we have dated this piece as being made before 1950, a hallmark is not required in order for it to be sold in line with UK hallmarking legislation.

PACKAGING: Your order will be gift-wrapped free of charge in a Lillicoco cardboard box made from recycled materials, tied with a ribbon.

Condition

VERY GOOD: Age-appropriate wear to the velvet with some rubbing and pile compression; the satin lining shows light creasing and gentle age toning. Minor tarnish to the metal fittings. Presentable and well-kept overall, with wear commensurate with age.

Shipping

All orders are shipped using DHL express and are securely padded in transit, with full tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. Alternate couriers are available by special request.

  • NEXT-DAY delivery to the UK and EU
  • Delivery to the USA in TWO WORKING DAYS
  • Orders placed by 9am (GMT) will be dispatched the same day

RETURNS:

You can return your item for a full refund for any reason by simply getting in touch to let us know within 14 days of receiving it.

INCLUDED WITH YOUR ORDER:

This item will arrive beautifully gift wrapped in a Lillicoco presentation box, tied up with a pink ribbon. You’ll also receive a handwritten information booklet and free polishing cloth too!

Please message us or call +44(0)117 925 4798 if you have any questions!

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