Antique Enamel Stamp Box with hinged lid and cobalt and yellow flowers
$55.00
Quantity available: 1
I love these old chinese stamp boxes!. This one measures 1 1/2" x 1 1/4" x 1 1/2" and is in beautifully decorated with yellow and pink flowers and a cobalt background. The United States followed with its first stamp in 1847. In those ancient days, sending a letter was something special, and stamps were expensive, so special boxes and cases were created to hold them. The first were made of wood or leather, but as time went on they were made of brass, ivory, silver, even gold, and adorned with carving, inlaying, engraving, and enamel. In late Victorian and Edwardian times, no lady's or gentleman's desk was complete without a box to hold stamps. It is marked China on the bottom and probably dates in the 1920-1930's. One tiny piece of the hinge cover is missing ( You can't tell unless you really look) and it does not hinder how well it opens or closes. VintageSparkles offers Layaway on all our Etsy pieces regardless of which site it comes from.All layaway payments will need to be in the form of a check or money order only. Please remember that vintage & antique items are not mint, nor are they perfect but they sure are full of old history and charm. Please use photos to make your decisions and read our policies prior to buying so you can have an excellent experience with us. Please use this number when ordering ga44850. If you want to see more of these pretties this is the link to my etsy store. http://www.vintagesparkles.etsy.com/
Vintagesparkles
Spring Hill, Florida
Dealer accepts: Money Order, Cash, PayPal, Check
Shipping: $7.50
